MYRModel Year Report

1993 Plymouth Laser

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1993 Plymouth Laser
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:53:46.755Z

Only 15 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 15 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, Plymouth Laser Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1993 highlighted. 1990: 30 complaints 1990 1991: 30 complaints 1991 1992: 35 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1998: 2 complaints 1998
1993: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
19870
199030
199130
199235
199315
19944
19951
19960
19982

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

9 of 15 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 PLYMOUTH LASER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, HE NOTICED OIL ON THE GROUND. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE TRANSFER CASE WAS LEAKING OIL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130114

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 PLYMOUTH LASER. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ALL FOUR OF THE VEHICLE'S WHEELS LOCKED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070430

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 30 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD THUMPING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND A TOW TRUCK WAS CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME AND THEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060106

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 15 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
SUSPENSION

1 of 15 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

STRUCTURE

1 of 15 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.

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THE HATCHBACK WILL NOT STAY IN THE OPEN POSITION, IT COMES DOWN SLOWLY. *AK CONSUMER STATES THE HATCH BACK SUPPORTS ARE DEFECTIVE.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 19961126

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19941012 — PE (closed 19950224)

HOOD FLY-UP

I 19970904 — PE (closed 19980130)

TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP

I 19980130 — EA (closed 19980430)

TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP

R 19980706 — power train

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

I 20030507 — DP (closed 20030722)

STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1993 Plymouth Laser — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V069002 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Plymouth Laser?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 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.