Consumer states the brake light is inoperative, and was informed by the dealer that problem is unrepairable.
The worst 1991 Eagle Summit problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seat belts8
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Lights1
- Steering1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Seat belts8
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Lights1
- Steering1
- Visibility1
Recalls 1
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- Risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
Recall number 95V103003 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1991 Eagle Summit
Defect investigations
Automatic shoulder belt failure
The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails
EA96014
Auto shoulder belt failure
The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails
PE96007
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Eagle Summit 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1991 Eagle Summit fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 23-27 | 29-33 | 25-29 |
What 1991 Eagle Summit owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Automatic seat belts failed prior to recall, recall repairs refused due to unavailability of parts.
While driving vehicle, heard noise coming from underhood. Took to dealer & informed harmonic balance bolt had loosened & fell out. Was replaced 6 times. The timing belt replaced. & valves bent in cylinder heads.
The dealership will not rectify the recall. They have lied to the owner several times that the part is in, and he can come in, only to be turned away.
Automatic seat belts sticks/don't release properly, choking occupant.
Failure of the driver's side seat belt retractor, the seat belt is in the retracting position.
Passenager's automatic seatbelt swings freely back and forth, does not lock in open or close position.
Seat belt retractor tightens when starting vehicle, choking/strangling passengers.
No passenger side mirror, causing poor visibility.
The rear driver side seat belt buckle jammed. Tt
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Questions about the 1991 Eagle Summit
Is the 1991 Eagle Summit reliable?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 1991 Eagle Summit, fewer than a typical Summit model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Eagle Summit?
Seat belts, with 8 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1991 Eagle Summit have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Eagle Summit get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Eagle Summit range from 25 to 29 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 23-27 city and 29-33 highway.
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