1994 Plymouth Sundance
This year had 30% to 100% more 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.
12% of complaints: seats — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing recliner.
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THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS STATED IN RECALL # 99 V 212 000, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *JB *SCC
NHTSA ODI report, 20030506
10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.
FIRE10% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHEN AIRBAG DEPLOYED IT BURNED THE OCCUPANT FROM THE CHIN DOWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950801
10% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH8% of complaints: suspension — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear and multiple axle.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
SAFETY BLT LATCH OPERATION
SEAT BACK FAILURE
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
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Plymouth Sundance — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V212000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Plymouth Sundance reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Plymouth Sundance is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Plymouth Sundance?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 12% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Plymouth Sundance 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.