1991 Plymouth Sundance
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 37 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 49 |
| 1993 | 60 |
| 1994 | 59 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
23% of complaints: seats — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing recliner.
16% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing support device/strut and trunk lid.
INJURY16% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle assembly and park/neutral start interlock switch.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
AUTO-TRAN: CAN REMOVE KEYS FROM IGNITION WITHOUT GEAR IN PARK POSITION; CAN SHIFT GEARS WITHOUT IGNITION SWITCH TURNED; ROLLED ONTO STREET; HIT PARKED CAR. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950503
16% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
6% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing lock.
SAFETY TIMELINE
FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TORQUED AND COULD LOOSEN.
Remedy: PROPERLY TORQUE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS TO 250 POUNDS.
Campaign 90V162000 — check if this car was fixed
SEAT BACK FAILURE
SEAT BACK BOLT FAILURE
STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION
SAFETY BLT LATCH OPERATION
THROTTLE WILL NOT RETURN TO THE POSITION
THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE STAMPING CAN CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ARMATURE CRACKS IN THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT AREA. ANY STEERING WHEELS SHOWING CRACKS WILL BE REPLACED. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL HAVE A REINFORCEMENT PLATE
Campaign 96V229000 — check if this car was fixed
THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT CAN FAIL AND SEPARATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITH A HIGHER STRENGTH BOLT THAT INCLUDES A SELF LOCKING NYLON PATCH.
Campaign 97V078000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER SEAT CAN FAIL AND SEPARATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITH A HIGHER STRENGTH BOLT THAT INCLUDES A SELF LOCKING NYLON PATCH.
Campaign 99V212000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Plymouth Sundance — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V229000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 97V078000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V212000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Plymouth Sundance reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Plymouth Sundance is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Plymouth Sundance?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Plymouth Sundance have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-10 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.