- The problem
- Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
- The risk
- A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
- The fix
- Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Vehicle safety record
1984 Dodge Colt Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1984 Dodge Colt with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2007 for the fuel pump. For comparison, the 1983 has 0 and the 1985 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Colt year, for its age
#94 most complained-about 1984 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1984 Dodge Colt problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1984 Dodge Colt recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1984 Dodge Colt
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The rear seat belts will not pull out; and if they do, not far enough to be used by a normal sized person. *Ak *slc
Dodge Colt: every year compared
All Colt years1984 Dodge Colt vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 1984 Dodge Caravan | 18 | 6 | A | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 3 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge Aries | 2 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge B150 | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 1 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge D Series | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge D Series(light) | 1 | 0 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1984 Dodge Colt
Does the 1984 Dodge Colt have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1984 Dodge Colt: fuel pump (August 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Dodge Colt?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1984 Dodge Colt had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 8, 1997 and the latest on August 8, 1997. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1984 Dodge Colt a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 88 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Colt year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Colt years have the most complaints?
1993 (113), 1989 (33), 1987 (28). See every Dodge Colt year compared.
What should I do if my 1984 Dodge Colt has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data