MYRModel Year Report

1992 Eagle Summit

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1992 Eagle Summit
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:00:02.672Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Eagle Summit Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 44 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1992: 44 complaints
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YearComplaints
198912
19906
199112
199244
199392
199415
199531
19962

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SEAT BELTS 20%

20% of complaints: seat belts — 9 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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UPON CLOSING DOOR EXPERIENCES INTERMITTENT PASSIVE RESTRAINT FAILURE WHEN SHOULDER HARNESS PINS DRIVER/PASSENGER BACK AND CHOKES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19961105

STRUCTURE 18%

18% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 11%

11% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.

SEAT BELTS 11%

11% of complaints: seat belts — 5 distinct reports on file.

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NO SUMMARY. DT

NHTSA ODI report, 20021203

SEAT BELTS 9%

9% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19960119 — PE (closed 19960628)

AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE

I 19960628 — EA (closed 19970612)

AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE

R 19970905 — latches/locks/linkages

EXCESS LUBRICATION CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER DOOR LATCH SWITCH COVER TO DEFORM, AND THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH TO MALFUNCTION, SO THAT THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE WOULD REMAIN AT THE A-PILLAR WHEN THE DOOR WAS

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH WITH A SWITCH THAT UTILIZES REDUCED LUBRICATING GREASE, IMPROVED CONTACT SURFACE, AND A DIFFERENT RUBBER ISOLATION BOOT.

Campaign 97V063002 — check if this car was fixed

R 19970905 — seat belts

THE GUIDE RAIL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTAINS A COVERED CABLE AND ALSO AN ANGLED BELT GUIDE AT THE TOP END OF THE WEBBING. THE COMBINATION OF THESE FACTORS CAN LEAD, OVER TIME, TO THE CABLE'S MOVEMENT

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REPLACEMENT GUIDE RAIL THAT INCORPORATES A DOUBLE LIP DUST SEAL AND AN ANODIC OXIDE COATING.

Campaign 97V073002 — check if this car was fixed

I 19980130 — EA (closed 19980430)

TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP

R 19981221 — power train

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES. LOCKUP OF THE TRANSFER CASE CAN OCCUR DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR ADEQUACY OF THE TRANSFER CASE OIL VOLUME, TRANSFER CASE OIL LEAKAGE, AND OPERATIONAL DEGRADATION OF THE TRANSFER CASE MECHANISM. IF OIL VOLUME IS INSUFFICIENT, T

Campaign 98V168003 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Eagle Summit — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 97V063002 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V073002 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 98V168003 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 Eagle Summit reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Eagle Summit?

The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Eagle Summit have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.