- 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
1994 Eagle Talon Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 1994 Eagle Talon with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (11) and the body, doors & structure (3). Those complaints describe 2 crashes and 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 1998 for the automatic transmission. For comparison, the 1993 has 38 and the 1995 has 210.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Talon year, for its age
#111 most complained-about 1994 vehicle
- Complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1994 Eagle Talon problems
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1994 Eagle Talon 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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22 complaints about the 1994 Eagle Talon
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
1994 Eagle vision steering locked up which resulted in an accident. *Mr *sc *jb
Front wheels locked up due to trans axle failure while driving (luckily at slow speed) causing unreperable damage to the transmission. Upon opening transmission, it was discovered that the 4th gear sprocket had shatered. Needed replacement transmission and half shafts.*Ak
While driving 70 mph passenger's right front tire commenced to wobble with only the driver in an eagle, talon, 1997 vehicle. Consumer believed the problem was due to the belt breaking within the tire. After market tire installed at 64,000 miles; tire size p215/60r14; dot# utt7c28517a4l. Tire dealer was not notified. *Ak
While changing a flat tire, the jack collapsed. *Ak the consumer felt that the jack should be replaced along with a letter of apology from the manufacturer. *La *jb
While driving 60mph the car lost speed. The engine was ok but the car would not pull it's self. As I was a only a mile from the dealer I bought the car from I was able to get it there where the transmission failed in the parking lot of the dealer. *Ak
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
RPM DROPPED TO 0
Original clutch failed shortly after the transfer case recall was performed. My wife was driving the car to work on the highway, when the clutch started to slip. She barely managed to get the car off the road before the clutch stopped functioning entirely. Further investigation reveals that talon/eclipses are known for premature clutch failures ( as low as 5000 miles ). Also, it seemed suspicious that the clutch would fail so soon after the transfer case had failed. My extended warranty ( purchased from the dealer ) will not cover a simple worn-out part. The parts must be defective in some way, and they are categorizing my clutch failure as wear-out.
Consumer has been experiencing problems with transfer case. Vehicle broke down, and wouldn't move forward or reverse. The manufacturer has been contacted. *Ak
Engine has been replaced twice due to a valve clicking noise.
A bolt under the transmission fell out, causing driver to lose control of vehicle. Possible cause is bolt not tightened during service.
Transfer case is leaking oil. The dealer has been notified. *Ak
TRANSMISSION MALFUNCITON.
AWD TRANSFER CASE OIL LEAK. *AK
Hood latch failure; hood opened at 65 mph, crashed through the window and went over the roof. Dented roof panel and shattered sunroof. *Ak
The seat belt on the front passenger's side will not latch. Problem not corrected. *Ak
While driving in local traffic, timing belt snapped, causing engine to shut down, no warning, could have caused accident. *Ak
REAR AXLE BRACKET BROKE.
Rattling noise infront wheel area due to broken undercarriage bolt. *Sd
Fiber glass panel prohibits occupants from opening and closing the doors. Tt
Transmission lockup while driving. This is the fourth incident. Tt
Driver cannot look over left shoulder without turning body to get a clear view out of rear window due to design of vehicle. *Ak
Eagle Talon: every year compared
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 17 | 4 | B |
| 1997 | 24 | 4 | B |
| 1996 | 44 | 5 | C |
| 1995 | 210 | 6 | F |
| 1994 | 22 | 1 | B |
| 1993 | 38 | 1 | C |
| 1992 | 56 | 1 | C |
| 1991 | 104 | 2 | F |
| 1990 | 73 | 4 | D |
1994 Eagle Talon vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 Eagle Talon | 22 | 1 | B | |
| 1994 Eagle Vision | 149 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 16 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1994 Eagle Premier | 1 | 0 | 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 1994 Eagle Talon
Does the 1994 Eagle Talon have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1994 Eagle Talon: automatic transmission (April 1998). 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 1994 Eagle Talon?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (11), body, doors & structure (3), engine & cooling (2).
How many complaints has the 1994 Eagle Talon had?
22 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 1, 1994 and the latest on June 3, 2005. Of these, 2 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1994 Eagle Talon a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 71 out of 100 (grade B: fewer 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 1994 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