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1984-1986 · 3 model years

Chrysler Laser Problems by year

Owners have filed 9 complaints about the Chrysler Laser across 3 model years, and it has 6 recalls. The 1985 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (6). The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the seats & seat belts.

Most complaints for its age19856 complaints · 4 recallsSee the 1985
Complaints
9
Recalls
6
Crashes
0
Fires
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Laser complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
19863301Fuel systemC
19856403Fuel systemD
19840200-A

Most common Laser problems

Chrysler Laser recalls 6

Latest Laser complaints

1986 Chrysler LaserSeats & seat belts

Seat frame drivers side front left corner has broken causing seat to become loose and insecure. Vehicle failed state safety inspection. Note: there was a recall issued in 1989 for vehicles built in 1985 for same problem.1985 Chrysler laser recall - #89v011000.

Filed Incident SeatsNHTSA 11013336
1986 Chrysler LaserFuel systemFire

Engine fire believed to be the result of using recalled fuel injector hoses. This has happened twice and both time it is believed recalled part were used for repair.

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 780721
1985 Chrysler LaserTransmission & drivetrain

Heard a rattling sound from rear of vehicle whevever hitting a small bump. The noise was caused by a broken steel tube inside of rear axle. *Ak

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 518471
1985 Chrysler LaserFuel systemFire

Faulty fuel regulator hose failed after recall repair resulting in vehicle fire.

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 603425
1985 Chrysler LaserFuel systemFire

Due to a faulty regulator hose, the vehicle caught fire.

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 516915

Questions about the Chrysler Laser

Which Chrysler Laser years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1985 (6), 1986 (3). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1985 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Chrysler Laser years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1984 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Laser years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Chrysler Laser problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (4), seats & seat belts (2), steering (1) most often.

How many recalls does the Chrysler Laser have?

NHTSA lists 6 recalls across all Chrysler Laser model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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