Vehicle was left parked out of gear and removed key from the ignition switch, condition caused vehicle to roll forward into a neighbors driveway wall. Dealer/manufacturer were notified. *akthe vehicle was not in park yet the driver was able to remove the key from the ignition, as a result the vehicle rolled forward into a neighbors wall causing propery damage. Nlm
The worst 1990 Plymouth Sundance problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags12
- Transmission7
- Engine6
- Seat belts4
- Body3
Problems by type
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- Airbags12
- Transmission7
- Engine6
- Seat belts4
- Body3
- Brakes3
- Steering3
- Suspension3
- Electrical2
- Seats2
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
- Risk
- The leakage of oil in the engine compartment could causea fire.
- Remedy
- Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.
Recall number 89V237000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Steering wheel separation
There is no summary currently available
EA93009
Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Plymouth Sundance 20
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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
- This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket
- Information on child seat tether anchors
1990 Plymouth Sundance 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4‑cyl | FWD | 20-21 | 26-29 | 22-24 |
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 18-21 | 21-29 | 19-24 |
What 1990 Plymouth Sundance owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The engine valve cover gasket blows off resulting in loss of oil, the consumers vehicle exhibits the same failure described in recall 89v‑237 but the consumers vehicle is not included due to VIN. Nlm
Vehicle has experienced many engine related problems, the valve cover allows oil to spill on engine, dealer repaired, however engine still leaks oil, dealer stated vehicle was not included in recall 89v237 due to vehicle was made march of 1990, oil sending units need replaced, engine shakes and bucks when putting in reverse, and thermostat was replaced.
No summary
While driving at 60 MPH driver's side seat bolt broke, causing consumer's seat to fall back a little.
Car was parked inside of the parking lot. Consumer went to restared the vechicle and it burst into flames which came from the engine compartment.
Driving at approximately 60 MPH, exiting a ramp and brakes became inoperative. Also, steering locked up, resulting in an accident.
While stopped in a left turn lane the vehicle was hit from behind. The impact caused both the driver and passenger seatbacks to collapse backward, causing neck strain to the passenger and neck & lower back strain to the driver.
The vehicle was in a frontal crash and airbags deployed after the collision had taken place. Driver hit head on steering wheel. Also the the seat belts did not properly restrain owner.
Waiting at stop light when driver's side air bag suddenly deployed for no reason. Took to dealer & had air bag replaced. Insurance company looking into problem.
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Questions about the 1990 Plymouth Sundance
Is the 1990 Plymouth Sundance reliable?
Owners have filed 36 complaints about the 1990 Plymouth Sundance, close to a typical Sundance model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Plymouth Sundance?
Airbags, with 12 complaints. Next is transmission (7).
How many recalls does the 1990 Plymouth Sundance have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
What year does the Plymouth Sundance have bad airbags?
The Plymouth Sundance model years with the most airbags complaints are 1993 (16 complaints) and 1990 (12 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1990 Plymouth Sundance get?
Official estimates for the 1990 Plymouth Sundance range from 19 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 20-21 city and 26-29 highway.
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