1993 Plymouth Laser

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1993 Plymouth Laser
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:59:00.775Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Plymouth Laser Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1993 highlighted. 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1990: 30 complaints 1991: 30 complaints 1991 1992: 35 complaints 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 4 complaints 1995: 1 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 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

5 of 15 total reports mention: power train.

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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

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 15 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

SUSPENSION

1 of 15 total reports mentions: suspension.

STRUCTURE

1 of 15 total reports mentions: structure.

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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

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 15 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
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DRIVING 45-50MPH, MADE ATTEMPT TO SLOW DOWN, TOUCHED BRAKE PEDAL LIGHTLY, SUDDENLY VEHICLE WENT INTO A SPIN 360 DEGREES FOUR TO FIVE TIMES. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950215

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 (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V069002 (power train) has been completed.

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:automatic transmission, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 Plymouth Laser have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.