1993 Plymouth Laser
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.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 4
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1993
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1993: 15 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
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).
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2013-01-14
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, 2007-04-30
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, 2006-01-06
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.
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.
Show complaint excerpts
The hatchback will not stay in the open position, it comes down slowly. *ak consumer states the hatch back supports are defective.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-11-26
Safety timeline
1 recall · 4 investigations · oldest first
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1994-10-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-02-24 Hood fly-up
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1997-09-04Preliminary evaluationClosed 1998-01-30 Transfer case lockup
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1998-01-30Engineering analysisClosed 1998-04-30 Transfer case lockup
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1998-07-06Power train98V069002 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…
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2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation
Buy-smart checklist
1993 Plymouth Laser — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 98V069002 · Power train
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.