Tl* the contact owns a 1995 plymouth acclaim. While driving 50 MPH, the contact stated that the rubber timing belt snapped. The vehicle decelerated, coasted, and stopped in traffic. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home and then towed to apple dodge hanover (200 eisenhower dr, hanover, pa 17331) where it was diagnosed that a new timing belt was needed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. The VIN was unknown. The consumer stated rubber is too weak of a material for a timing belt.
The worst 1995 Plymouth Acclaim problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension6
- Engine4
- Seat belts4
- Acceleration3
- Visibility3
Problems by type
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- Suspension6
- Engine4
- Seat belts4
- Acceleration3
- Visibility3
- Body2
- Brakes2
- Electrical2
- Tires2
- Transmission2
- Locks1
- Seats1
- Steering1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
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 1995 Plymouth Acclaim 49
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
- 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
- Subject on the child seat tether anchors
1995 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 | 26 | 22 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 19 | 24 | 21 |
What 1995 Plymouth Acclaim owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When exiting the interstate during a heavy rain storm I hit a large puddle of water and the serpentine belt came off making it difficult to steer the car. This car was purchased brand new and sold to me 3 years ago. This had happened to my mother numerous times and twice since I've owned it. It only seems to happen driving through large puddles.
Driver and passenger seats collapsed into reclining position when hit in rear and then when we hit the car in front we were thrown from a laying position up to the dash.
Vehicle was in motion when smoke suddenly started coming from steering column. Consumer quickly pulled over, and got out when it bursted into flames, totalling vehicle. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified. Please provide more information.
Transmission had failure in low gear requiring replacement. Nlm
Tires came apart at area of bead. Inflation was proper. *ak (dot number: m6rv 27430 tiresize: p185/70r14)
Premature head gasket failure causing engine oil contamination, no heat and excessive coolant usage.
While driving at 55 MPH engine check light came on. Consumer pulled over to the service lane. Temperature gauge went straight up. Then, consumer heard noise coming from engine, 4 minutes later, consumer noticed smoke coming from back of car and pulled over. Consumer stated car was t0taled because of the fire.
Windshield wipers quit working in the middle of operation. Driver has to tighten the pivot arm nuts before operation continued. The problem has not been reported to the dealership. *ak
When making a right or left turn or backing up, driver would hear a strange popping sound coming from the rear. When owner brought the vehicle in for an oil change, mechanic noticed that the sway bar was broken on the right rear axle. The sway bar has been welded back together.
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Questions about the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
Is the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim reliable?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, fewer than a typical Acclaim model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim?
Suspension, with 6 complaints. Next is engine (4).
How many recalls does the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Plymouth Acclaim have bad suspension?
The Plymouth Acclaim model years with the most suspension complaints are 1993 (14 complaints) and 1991 (10 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim range from 21 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 26 highway.
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