Dodge Lancer 1985

Model Lancer made in 1985 by Dodge got 2 consumer complains there are 4 investigations as well as 5 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, seats. The car had some investigations: power train, seats. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, seat belts and seats. The car has one 2.2l engine.

Model 1985

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 2.2L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsFWD20/23/2122/30/25Premium$ 964584 813
( 2.2L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsFWD23/26/2425/33/28Regular$ 782584 813
( 2.2L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD23/34/2726/43/31Regular$ 694584 813
( 2.2L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD19/29/2321/37/26Premium$ 881584 813
( 2.2L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsFWD19/24/2122/30/25Premium$ 964584 813
( 2.2L) 4Automatic, 3 gearsFWD22/25/2325/33/28Regular$ 816584 813
( 2.2L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD22/33/2625/43/31Regular$ 722585 517
( 2.2L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD23/33/2625/43/31Regular$ 722584 813
( 2.2L) 4Manual, 5 gearsFWD19/29/2321/37/26Premium$ 881584 813

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
88V105000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 08/01/1984 to 07/01/1987V (Vehicle)58000011/15/1988MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/01/198807/18/1988
Defect SummaryFuel leakage may occur in low ambient temperature operation at connections of an engine compartment fuel supply hose to the pressure regulator and to the fuel rail.
Consequence SummaryIn the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage couldresult in a fire.
Corrective SummaryRelocate pressure regulator; replace fuel supply with formed hose with revised routing configuration to ensure sealing integrity.
NotesSystem: fuel.vehicle description: vehicles equipped with 2.2l turbo charged engine.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
85V010000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 10/01/1984 to 01/01/1985V (Vehicle)5300002/09/1985MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC01/01/198502/15/1985
Defect SummaryAn engine compartment fuel hose routed to the fuel system pressure regulator may have an inadequately tightened hose clamp. consequence of defect: the fuel hose could leak and result in an engine compartment fire.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReposition and tighten to the proper torque level of the fuel hose clamp.
NotesVehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 2.2 liter turbo engine. system: fuel hose.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT
84V163000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 10/01/1984 to 11/01/1984V (Vehicle)20812/26/1984MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC12/23/198401/08/1985571208
Defect SummaryRequired front center seat belt assembly was omitted. vehicles are not in compliance with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 209, seat belt assemblies.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryInstallation of missing center seat belt will be done without charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with optional front seatcenter cushion and armrest.system: interior systems; seat belts.consequences of defect: passengers in the front center seat could be injured inan accident without the protection of the required seat belt.
SEATS
89V011000CHRYSLER CORPORATIONfrom 08/01/1984 to 07/01/1985V (Vehicle)6000006/06/1989ODICHRYSLER GROUP LLC01/31/198902/06/1989
Defect SummaryDrivers seat frame may experience fatigue failure at one (front/outboard) of its four attachments.
Consequence SummaryThis could result in some forward, backward or lateralmovement of seat, creating a potential for loss of control of the vehiclewhich could result in an accident
Corrective SummaryReplace drivers seat frame with a strenghtened version; also, reinforce power adjuster front crossmember to increase rigidity of seat attachment system.
NotesSystem: seatsvehicle description: passenger cars equipped with power adjusted bucket seats.
SUSPENSION
08E033000FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS E (Equipment)690305/22/2008MFRCHRYSLER GROUP LLC04/14/200804/17/2008
Defect SummaryFederal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. the part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. these parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
Consequence SummaryThe nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. if the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. this may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryFederal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. the recall began on may 22, 2008. owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket ball joint assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
POWER TRAIN
EA91010CHRYSLER GROUP LLC12/10/199012/31/1991TRANS PARK SYSTEM FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available
SEATS
EA88008CHRYSLER GROUP LLC11/17/198705/18/1988SEAT ATTACHMENT88V061000
 There is no summary currently available
C88001CHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/18/198810/30/1989SEAT ATTACHMENT FAILURE
 There is no summary currently available
PE87045CHRYSLER GROUP LLC08/07/198711/17/1987SEAT FAILURES
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
09/07/19897
 Battery drains preventing vehicle from starting, must recharge battery to start vehicle. *dsh
SEATS
09/07/19897
 Bucket seats not attached properly, causing seats to drop.