1991 Plymouth Laser

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1991 Plymouth Laser
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:47:00.330Z

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
30
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Seat belts

30% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 30 complaints 1990 1991: 30 complaints 1991 30 1992: 35 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998
1990: 30 complaints 1990 1991: 30 complaints 1991 30 1992: 35 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998
1990: 30 complaints 1990 1991: 30 complaints 1991 30 1992: 35 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998

1991: 30 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19870
199030
199130
199235
199315
19944
19951
19960
19982

Known problem areas

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

Seat belts

30% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Passenger side passive restraint engaged too tightly, choking child at the throat w/emergency release mechanism. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-08

In a head-on collision the drivers and passenger s side seat belst failed, causing injuries

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-01

Engine and engine cooling

23% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and exhaust system.

Electrical system

20% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing module and interior/under dash.

Latches/locks/linkages

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing latch.

Structure

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing support device/strut and frame and members.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1994-10-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-02-24 Hood fly-up
  2. R
    1995-12-13Seat belts95V103003 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…

    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…

  3. I
    1998-01-30Engineering analysisClosed 1998-04-30 Transfer case lockup

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Plymouth Laser — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103003 · Seat belts

FAQ

Is the 1991 Plymouth Laser 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 1991 Plymouth Laser?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Plymouth Laser have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.