MYRModel Year Report

1986 Renault Alliance

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1986 Renault Alliance
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:49:36.606Z

Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Renault Alliance Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 6 complaints 1984 1985: 10 complaints 1985 1986: 12 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1987
1986: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
19832
19846
198510
198612
19876

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

5 of 12 total reports mention: visibility.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 12 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH INJURY
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CV JOINT BOLTS FELL OUT WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960923

CV JOINT BOLTS DISCONNECTED, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *DH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960904

VISIBILITY

1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility.

TIRES

1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.

SUSPENSION

1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.

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BREAKAGE OF BALL JOINTS AT LOW RATE SPEEDS. CAUSING FRONT WHEEL TO SLIDE OUT TO THE SIDE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950103

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19880708 — visibility

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.

Campaign 88V087000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19920528 — visibility

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.

Campaign 92V051000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Renault Alliance — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 88V087000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 92V051000 (visibility) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 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 1986 Renault Alliance?

The most-reported component is visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:heater core, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Renault Alliance have?

2 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.