1991 Plymouth Laser
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
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Seat belts
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
30% of complaints
Complaints per year
1991: 30 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 35 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Seat belts
30% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.
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 reportsMost commonly citing gasoline and exhaust system.
Electrical system
20% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing module and interior/under dash.
Latches/locks/linkages
10% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing latch.
Structure
10% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing support device/strut and frame and members.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1994-10-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-02-24 Hood fly-up
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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…
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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.