1993 Eagle Summit
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 92 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: seat belts — 34 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DURING IMPACT AT SPEEDS OF 25 TO 30MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DID NOT RELEASE FROM THE RETRACTOR MECHANISM. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970507
DRIVER'S SIDE MOTORIZED SEAT BELT LOOSENED WHEN DRIVING OVER A BUMP. ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE ONLY THE LAP PORTION OF THE BELT WAS OPERABLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040122
MOTORIZED SEATBELT ON DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT POPPED OPEN WHEN VEHICLE WENT OVER A BUMP. THE PASSENGER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT DID NOT LOCK, ONLY THE LAP BELT LOCKED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040121
12% of complaints: seat belts — 11 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: seat belts — 8 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
DRIVERS SIDE FRONT SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES DUE TO SEATBELT FRAYING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020916
8% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
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
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
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
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
1993 Eagle Summit — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (34 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (8 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.
FAQ
Is the 1993 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 1993 Eagle Summit?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 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.