The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.
1983-1987 · 5 model years
Renault Alliance Problems by year
Owners have filed 38 complaints about the Renault Alliance across 5 model years, and it has 4 recalls. The 1986 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (12). The most reported problem area is the visibility & wipers, followed by the seats & seat belts.
- Complaints
- 38
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 4
- Deaths
- 0
Alliance 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.
Most common Alliance problems
Renault Alliance recalls 4
Cooling system pressures during overheated engine operation may exceed the strength capability of certain components due to inadequate venting capacity of the system pressure cap.
Drivers seat adjuster mechanism may separate at its front attachment due to fatigue failure of the adjuster bracket.
Fuel hoses (5) in engine compartment could deteriorate over time.
Latest Alliance complaints
Defective fuel tank.*Mr the vehicle leaked gas from the fuel tank even though there was no evidence of rust or damage. The dealer suggested the fuel tank was poor manufacturing. The consumer requested a refund for the replacement tank. *Jb
Tire failed while driving at 55mp. I purchased the tires on 9/07/99 with 120,000 miles on the odometer. The failure occurred at 127,800 miles. I returned the tire to sears automotive in springfield, ohio on 12-29-00. The mangager of the store, mr. David sexton stated that the failure was caused by a "road hazard." I wanted to make sure that the failure was not a defect. He said a defect would show during the first thousand miles of driving. I disagreed. I want to make sure that the tires are not defective. ...
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With all the problems surrounding firestone I am leary. Coupled to this sears past reputation with thier automotive division makes me even more leary. I have attempted to contact the district manager and have left messages with sears consumer service division. I did have the tire replaced on 12-29-00 at a different tire store. I did save the tire for inspection if need. I am not certain that it is a defect but want to rule out that possibiltiy. Have their been any other reports on this same tire or sears. *Ak (tiresize: p15580r13)( dot number: tire size: p15580r13 )
WHEEL WELL RUSTED, ALLOW OWNER TO SEE THE STREET
NO SUMMARY PROVIDED BY CONSUMER
Heater core failure. Owner believes vehicle was included in a recall.
Throttle boot broke away and became lodged within the accelerator system, sudden acceleration resulting in vehicle accident.(Attorney for consumer).
Questions about the Renault Alliance
Which Renault Alliance years have the most problems?
Which Renault Alliance years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1983 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Alliance years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Renault Alliance problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the visibility & wipers (19), seats & seat belts (4), engine & cooling (3) most often.
How many recalls does the Renault Alliance have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls across all Renault Alliance 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