1994 Plymouth Laser
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1994
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1994: 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
2 of 4 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and defroster/defogger/hvac system.
Show complaint excerpts
Streaks seems to appear on front windshield during rainy weather; windshield wipers do not clear windshield; causes poor visibility; hazardous driving.…
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-31
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing clutch assembly.
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Clutch assembly housing exploded, blowing transmission away from engine, and causing an engine compartment fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-30
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 3 investigations · oldest first
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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
1994 Plymouth Laser — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 98V069002 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 1994 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 1994 Plymouth Laser?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 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.