Is the 1985 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 1985 Renault Alliance?

The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Renault Alliance have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

1985 Renault Alliance

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1985 Renault Alliance
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:47:34.473Z

Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 10
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 2
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1985: 10 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1983	2
1984	6
1985	10
1986	12
1987	6

Known problem areas

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

7 of 10 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing heater core and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

INJURY

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Defective heater core failed, causing hot engine liquids to leak out onto driver's legs, resulting in injury. (Attorney for client)

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-21

Consumer receive recall on the heater water defroster told two week to fix recall one week to order the part. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-22

Seats

1 of 10 total reports mentions: seats.

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The brackets that hold the drivers seat broke. Please explain further. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-24

Seat belts

1 of 10 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Power train

1 of 10 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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1987-09-09Fuel system, gasoline87V049000 Fuel hoses (5) in engine compartment could deteriorate over time.

Remedy: Replace five fuel hoses/clamps.

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1987-09-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-03-31 Brake failure
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1988-01-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-06-08 Front sway bar separation
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1988-07-08Visibility88V087000 Cooling system pressures during overheated engine operation may exceed the strength capability of certain components due to inadequate venting capacity of the system pressure cap.

Remedy: Replace all coolant system pressure caps with one having adequate venting capacity.

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1985 Renault Alliance — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Visibility: 7 reports on file for this year.
Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 87V049000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 88V087000 · Visibility
Recall 92V051000 · Visibility

FAQ

Is the 1985 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 1985 Renault Alliance?: The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 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.