1991 Eagle Talon
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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 |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 73 |
| 1991 | 104 |
| 1992 | 56 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 210 |
| 1996 | 44 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
56% of complaints: power train — 58 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing column shift and transfer case (4-wheel drive).
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NHTSA RECALL 98V069002 CONCERNING TRANSFER CASE FAILURE.. LOCK UP OF THE TRANSFER CASE CAN OCCUR DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040217
DEFECT STATED IN THE TRANSFER CASE RECALL 98 V 069 002 OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED. AS A RESULT, THE BUSHING IN THE EXTENSION HOUSING WORE OUT AND DEVELOPED A LEAK. DEALERSHIP WAS REFUSING TO REPAIR THE BUSHING.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20031021
CONTACTED DEALER REGARDING RECALL 98V069002 REMEDY DUE TO TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP. DEALER INFORMED CUSTOMER THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE TO REPLACE TRANSFER CASE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT MANDATED UNDER RECALL CORRECTIVE ACTION.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020912
25% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
FIRE13% of complaints: seat belts — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DURING FRONTAL COLLISION DRIVER HIT A DITCH SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN, CAUSING FACE TO IMPACT THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960308
DRIVER'S SHOULDER/LAP BELT DISENGAGED WHEN VEHICLE ROLLED OVER; VEHICLE HIT DEER; RAN INTO AN EMBANKMENT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951207
6% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
5% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing module and front underhood.
SAFETY TIMELINE
HOOD FLY-UP
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES A
Campaign 95V103003 — check if this car was fixed
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 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 98V069002 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Eagle Talon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (58 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V103003 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V069002 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Eagle Talon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Eagle Talon is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Eagle Talon?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Eagle Talon have?
2 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.