- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.
- The risk
- This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles for adequacy of the transfer case oil volume, transfer case oil leakage, and operational degradation of the transfer case mechanism. If oil volume is insufficient, the appropriate amount of oil will be added. If there is transfer case oil leakage, affected components will be replaced. If the transfer case shows operational degradation, the transfer case will be replaced.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Eagle Talon Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 73 complaints about the 1990 Eagle Talon with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (41) and the engine & cooling (16). Those complaints describe 4 fires. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in April 1998 for the automatic transmission. For comparison, the 1991 has 104.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Talon year, for its age
#22 most complained-about 1990 vehicle
- Complaints
- 73
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 4
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1990 Eagle Talon problems
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1990 Eagle Talon recalls 4
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
- The problem
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- The risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
- The problem
- Diluted primer may have been used on the windshield opening flanges prior to windshield glass installation which would not provide the retention required by fmvss 212.
- The risk
- Windshields would not prevent ejection of vehicleoccupants during a vehicle crash, which causes serious injuries and fatalities.
- The fix
- Replace windshields, associated parts, and primer.
- The problem
- Operation of sunroof in "non-standard" manner may cause male hinge disengagement from the roof hinge receiver.
- The risk
- The sunroof glass could detach from the roof and resultin injury to occupants or persons in the vicinity, especially if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion.
- The fix
- Replace male hinge with a modified version to increase roof hinge receiver retention ability.
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73 complaints about the 1990 Eagle Talon
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners. Page 1 of 3.
In 1998 larry h. Miller chrysler jeep in the southtowne automall in sandy ut performed the recall regarding the transfer case. They said they were not required to change the transfer case just look for leaks. They said the transfer case was low on fluid and filled it back up. I requested a new transfer case but they declined. They would not give me any information regarding the recall nor what constituted having the transfer case or yoke changed. Four years and 30k miles later on 3/21/02 I was driving on the...
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freeway when my transfer case failed going 65 mph. The tires locked up and the car came to a screeching halt. It scared me to death. I barely got my car off of the freeway. I was still so close to traffic that people were honking and flipping me off. Even with my car in neutral and the brake not on the car would not budge (eventually it cooled down and would move). I towed my car to the dealership expecting to have them fix it. After much fighting the only thing they did was put in a new transfer case and yoke. When the transfer case failed the center differential in my transmission broke, the rear differential broke, and both rear axles broke. The dealership said it was my fault the transfer case failed because the car had a k&n air filter and an non-factory exhaust. I had not put much thought into this until recently a friend with the same type of car had a transfer case fail. He had the same scenario, when his vehicle was inspected they said the transfer case was low on fluid and they simply filled it up without changing any parts. I belief it is not a matter of it these transfer cases fail but a matter of when. Since my car is older I am expecting newer versions of this car, up to 1999 to have the same problem where a dealership simply added fluid instead of changing parts (transfer case yoke and seal).*Jb
I bought falken ziex 502 tires off of ebay. The belt snapped and I have had nothing but vibration since. I would assume that a broken steel belt in a tire is not a good thing, if tire failure was to occur; loss of vehicle control would be inevitable. I am in a car club and I asked about this, a club member informed me that falken ziex 502's are defective; that he onced owned them and had problems out of 2 tires. He mentioned how 502's were pulled from the market and 512's were introduced. I have not found any recalls or company information on this at all. I as well need to replace these faulty tires in weeks to come.*Ak
Dealership/manufacturer is no longer honoring transfer case recall 98/v/069/002.*Ak
I had already done the transfer case recall 3 years prior. Dealership did not replace any parts, only the fluid in the transfer case. I was on a busy freeway going 65mph in the slow lane when all of my tires locked up without any notice. I barely managed to get the car off the freeway. Police officer said if I was in a different lane I may have caused a major traffic accident and died. The car would not move as I tried to push it further away from the road.The transfer case failed and the rear differential...
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and both rear axels broke. The dealer only covered the transfer case and yoke for repairs, said they wouldn't cover the rear axels and differential. Dealer said I was driving w/ a bad rear diff and axels and just didn't notice. Said they must have broken previous to the accident. Contacted chrysler and they said they wouldn't cover rear axels and differential since dealership said that the rear diff and axels breaking wasn't related. Dealer said completed car, but rear tires lock when turning. I am very afraid other recalls that were done similar to mine may also fail. I am afraid others may be seriously injured or even die as a result of the transfer case failing and locking. Rear tires did not lock prior to transfer case failing. Did not have any problems with the rear axels or differential before the transfer case failed.
While driving 30 mph wheels locked up. Towed vehicle to garage where transfer case had to be replaced.*Ak
There are air pockets developing in inside of glass.*Ak *slc
Bracket has pulled lose from the rivets and cracked into two seperate pieces. *Ak
While stopping at an intersection pressed clutch to floor and pedal stayed to the floor, then, consumer turned off engine, and car was able to shift again, but no higher than 3rd gear. Consumer had to turn off engine everytime vehicle came to a stop.*Ak
While driving about 25 mph transfer case locked up. Recall 98v069002/transfer case dealt with the same problem. But, this vehicle was not included due to vin. Also, oil leaked when engine was turned off and then restarted. *Ak
The car had only been driven 1.5 Miles that day. Parked 30 minutes engine off. Then engulfed in a fire
The timing belt assembly in the 90 eagle talon's must have a defect that the manuf. Does not want admit too a problem. I have had to replace the timimg belt 3 times in my car, 2 times the engine was damaged. I would like this is lemon problem.
While driving down the road on a straight away at about 6mph, wheels locked up. Also, upon using transmission, vehicle downshifted. When consumer let up there was a loud explosion, transmission was gone. Dealer has had the car for a year. Dealer said that consumer needed a new transmission. *Ak
On july 15,1999 vehicle was bought in dealer for recall repairs which was scheduled to be replaced july 21,1999. However, consumer picked up vehicle and repairs were not done. *Yc
Water pump which is locted above the timing belt, was leaking water on top of belt, causing the motor to lock up. *Ak
Rear brake line going into caliper is pointed in direction of rim. If not tied down to lock and change direction, it will rub rim and damage it. Dealer contacted and is aware of problem, cannot remedy. Problem still exists. *Ak
Vehicle starts knocking and pulling from side to side, vibration gets worse when acceleratng, cv joint bearing broke off of motor. Dealer contacted, and cannot remedy the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information. *Ak
Timing belt failed prior to recall notice, after recall replacement repair timing belt failed again. (Three replacements).
Timing belt failed/replaced prior to recall notice. Also repaired under recall, however replacement belt failed, damaging engine.
TRANSFER CASE LEAKING.
Leak in the transfer case caused the wheels to lock-up at 50mph, thus causing the clutch to explode, totally destroying the bell housing and transmission. *Ak
The welds are cracked along the rear stabilizer bar. The stabilizer bar broke from the frame. The dealer would not do anything to the vehicle due to being out of warranty. *Ak *ml
The consumer experienced problems with computer system. While driving vehicle shut off and smoke started coming out of the steering column. The fire stopped on its own. The manufacturer has yet to be contacted. *Ak
While driving at 25mph the rear control arm snapped, causing consumer to lose control of the vehicle. Dealer has been contacted. *Ak
Rear brakes continue to seize and hang up, making a grinding sound
Transmission locked due to transfer case failure while driving on the highway.
Eagle Talon: every year compared
All Talon years1990 Eagle Talon vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 73 | 4 | D | |
| 1990 Eagle Premier | 26 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 6 | 1 | A | 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 1990 Eagle Talon
Does the 1990 Eagle Talon have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1990 Eagle Talon: automatic transmission (April 1998); buckle assembly (May 1995); windshield (June 1990); sun / moon roof assembly (March 1990). 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 1990 Eagle Talon?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (41), engine & cooling (16), seats & seat belts (3).
How many complaints has the 1990 Eagle Talon had?
73 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 26, 1995 and the latest on March 1, 2007. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 4 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1990 Eagle Talon a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Eagle Talon 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 Eagle Talon years have the most complaints?
1995 (210), 1991 (104), 1990 (73). See every Eagle Talon year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Eagle Talon 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