MYRModel Year Report

1983 Renault Alliance

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1983 Renault Alliance
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:49.193Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1983

Investigations
6

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 6 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1987
1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 6 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1987
1983: 2 complaints 1983 2 1984: 6 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1987

1983: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
19832
19846
198510
198612
19876

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

1 of 2 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing heater core.

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Heater core caused engine to overheat prior to recall. (92V051)

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-11

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE
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Engine caught fire, due to faulty hose, prior to recall 87V049000.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-29

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 6 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1983-09-06Defect petitionClosed 1984-01-17 Engine stalling, trans failures
  2. I
    1985-08-21Engineering analysisClosed 1987-07-21 Unwanted vehicle accel
  3. I
    1986-07-02Engineering analysisClosed 1987-05-20 Engine compartment fires
  4. I
    1987-05-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-01-19 Seat track failure
  5. R
    1987-09-09Fuel system, gasoline87V049000 Fuel hoses (5) in engine compartment could deteriorate over time.

    Remedy: Replace five fuel hoses/clamps.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. I
    1988-01-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-06-08 Front sway bar separation
  7. I
    1988-01-19Engineering analysisClosed 1988-05-16 Seat track
  8. R
    1988-11-28Seats88V060000 Drivers seat adjuster mechanism may separate at its front attachment due to fatigue failure of the adjuster bracket.

    Remedy: Replace drivers seat adjuster bracket with a stronger version.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. R
    1992-05-28Visibility92V051000 The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.

    Remedy: Replace the heater core with a core of different design which will not rupture and leak in the passenger compartment.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1983 Renault Alliance — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V049000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 88V060000 · Seats
  • Recall 92V051000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1983 Renault Alliance 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 1983 Renault Alliance?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1983 Renault Alliance have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

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