Screeching belt pulley I know it is a common problem for this make and model but I don't know which one it is in order to get it replaced. Please help me with info on this thank you
The worst 1994 Plymouth Acclaim problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Seat belts11
- Transmission11
- Engine10
- Airbags8
- Brakes6
- Suspension6
- Seats4
- Fuel system3
- Visibility3
- Acceleration2
- Body2
- Electrical2
- Lights2
- Locks1
- Steering1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
Recalls 1
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- The safety belt anchors (buckle lock bars) do not meet the static load requirements of fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: in event of an accident, the seat belt assembly may fail, exposing the restrained occupants to a greater risk of injury.
- Remedy
- The traveling safety belt lock bar assemblies will be replaced on these vehicles.
Recall number 94V023000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
Defect investigations
Steering column separation
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the federal safety agency by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that agencyfurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(g), the federal safety agency has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge ram series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition is denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.
DP03002
Safety blt latch operation
There is no summary currently available
PE96008
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim 46
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Valve Body
- Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation
- Flash programming failure recovery
- Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty
- Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- Subject regarding child seat tether anchors
- Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles
1994 Plymouth Acclaim 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-21 | 24-27 | 21-23 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 22-24 | 19-21 |
What 1994 Plymouth Acclaim owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I purchase my 1994 acclaim in 1994. This is the second time I have had to replace the trailing arm in the rear of my car. I am a good driver. I have not had any crashing to this car in 9 years. I have about 189,000 miles on this vehicle. I was informed this problem is common with this car. Please contact me if you have had this problem. E-mail [email protected].
Consumer had a problem with the motor mounts on the vehicle. Consumer was told that chrysler recalled some of the vehicles with the same defect. Consumer is requesting a refund on monies paid for services rendered.
Whenever bumping into seat belt whether it is hard or a soft bump seat belt will come loose.
Seatbelt buckles come loose when bumping against something. Cause is unknown. Dealer stated it was a manufacturer's defect.*ak
The seat belts do not provide adequate security. They will come unlocked too easily. They must be recalled!!!
No summary listed for above vehicle.
At 85 degrees or higher car stalls
2nd failure of transmission was 2yrs later at 65+ on odometer.
Engine head gaskets would crack when weather was either hot or cold. As soon as weather changed, head gaskets would expand or contract, and then crack. Been to dealership, and head gaskets were replaced several times. Also, informed consumer that head gaskets were made of aluminum and not steel. This head gasket was no longer manufactured.
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Questions about the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
Is the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim reliable?
Owners have filed 69 complaints about the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim, close to a typical Acclaim model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim?
Seat belts, with 11 complaints. Next is transmission (11).
How many recalls does the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim have?
1 recall, covering seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim seat belts?
Yes, 1 recall: 94V023000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim get?
Official estimates for the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim range from 19 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-21 city and 24-27 highway.
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