MYRModel Year Report

1993 Eagle Summit

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1993 Eagle Summit
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:36:05.515Z

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
92
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Seat belts

68% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 92 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 92 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1989: 12 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 45 complaints 1992 1993: 92 complaints 1993 92 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 31 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996

1993: 92 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198912
19906
199112
199245
199392
199415
199531
19962

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Seat belts

68% · 63 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.

CRASHINJURY
Show 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.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-05-07

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-22

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-21

Power train

10% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

Latches/locks/linkages

7% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

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The front door lock keeps freezing up causing occupants to be locked in. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-21

Engine and engine cooling

7% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Structure

4% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hinge and attachments and frame and members.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1996-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-06-28 Auto shoulder belt failure
  2. I
    1996-06-28Engineering analysisClosed 1997-06-12 Automatic shoulder belt failure
  3. R
    1997-09-05Latches/locks/linkages97V063002 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1997-09-05Seat belts97V073002 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a new replacement guide rail that incorporates a double lip dust seal and an anodic oxide coating.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    1998-01-30Engineering analysisClosed 1998-04-30 Transfer case lockup
  6. R
    1998-12-21Power train98V168003 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1993 Eagle Summit — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 63 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Latches/locks/linkages: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 97V063002 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 97V073002 · Seat belts
  • Recall 98V168003 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 68% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Eagle Summit have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.