MYRModel Year Report

1996 Eagle Summit

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1996 Eagle Summit
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:10:03.068Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Eagle Summit Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 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
1996: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
198912
19906
199112
199244
199392
199415
199531
19962

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.

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WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING STEERING GEAR BOX LOCKED UP FOR A BRIEF MINUTE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020809

SEAT BELTS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR DON'T RETRACT . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950905

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

1996 Eagle Summit — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V168003 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 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 1996 Eagle Summit?

The most-reported component is steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion), accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Eagle Summit have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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