1989 Plymouth Colt Vista
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.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1989: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing.
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Drivers side/passenger seatbelt shoulder harness did not retain occupants in rear end collision at 25-35MPH. Please describe details. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-14
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft.
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Transaxle case broke, exposing a shaft which has eight missing bearings, posing the risk of transaxle locking up/accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-03-25
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1989 Plymouth Colt Vista — pre-purchase inspection
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- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1989 Plymouth Colt Vista 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 1989 Plymouth Colt Vista?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Plymouth Colt Vista have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.