- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. Also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.
- The fix
- Replace the heater core with a core of different design which will not rupture and leak in the passenger compartment.
Vehicle safety record
1985 Renault Alliance Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 1985 Renault Alliance with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (7) and the seats & seat belts (2). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in April 1992 for the heater core. For comparison, the 1984 has 6 and the 1986 has 12.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Alliance year, for its age
#23 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 Renault Alliance problems
Share of all 11 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1985 Renault Alliance recalls 3
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
- 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.
- The risk
- The buildup of pressure may cause heater core to ruptureand discharge hot coolant and steam in the proximity of the drivers legs.
- The fix
- Replace all coolant system pressure caps with one having adequate venting capacity.
- The problem
- Fuel hoses (5) in engine compartment could deteriorate over time.
- The risk
- Fuel leakage could occur, resulting in enginecompartment fire.
- The fix
- REPLACE FIVE FUEL HOSES/CLAMPS.
What owners say
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11 complaints about the 1985 Renault Alliance
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Heater core failure. Owner believes vehicle was included in a recall.
Belt buckle on both driver's and passenger's side cracked. The buckle broke while attempting to buckle up.*Ak
Transmission has rough shift into third gear when cold. *Dsh
HEATER CORE RECALLED.
Involved in recall for cooling system/heater core, recall no 88v087000/541 received on 4/95, has not had repairs done, dealer is not willing to set an appt.
Defective heater core failed, causing hot engine liquids to leak out onto driver's legs, resulting in injury. (Attorney for client) *skd
Heater core failure caused vehicle to overheat prior/after recall repairs (88v-087). *Skd
Heater core leaked after recall, recall repairs refused - dealer and manufacturer fail to respond to vehicle owner's letters. (88V087) *tw
Consumer receive recall on the heater water defroster told two week to fix recall one week to order the part. Tt
The brackets that hold the drivers seat broke. Please explain further. Tt
TIE RODS FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *SKD
Renault Alliance: every year compared
All Alliance years1985 Renault Alliance vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Renault Alliance | 11 | 3 | D | |
| 1985 Renault Encore | 2 | 3 | D | 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 1985 Renault Alliance
Does the 1985 Renault Alliance have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1985 Renault Alliance: heater core (April 1992); heater core (May 1988); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (April 1987). 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 1985 Renault Alliance?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (7), seats & seat belts (2), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 1985 Renault Alliance had?
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 5, 1994 and the latest on September 27, 1998. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 Renault Alliance a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 37 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Renault Alliance 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 Renault Alliance years have the most complaints?
1986 (12), 1985 (11), 1987 (7). See every Renault Alliance year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 Renault Alliance 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