How many recalls does the 1989 Dodge Colt have?

The 1989 Dodge Colt has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 1989 Dodge Colt has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 1989 Dodge Colt?

Of 37 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is seat belts.

1989 Dodge Colt Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 1989 Dodge Colt has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 920,000 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the seat belts. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SEAT BELTS 95V103003 1995-05-24 920,000 affected

Defect

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.

Consequence

THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

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…

Complaints by component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

SEAT BELTS

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Total complaints37

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The driver's side automatic seat belt system has locked up and won't move. It is not in the latched position. *ak”

SEAT BELTS · reported 1998-10-01

“Recall # 95v103003, contacted dealer in jan of 97. Part has been on back order for (7) months. *ak”

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY · reported 1997-08-25

“While driving brake lights & tail lights would go out when vehicle hit a bump; took vehicle to dealer who fixed it the first time ; did not fix it on last visit. Last few times; was told by dealer maybe vehicle had ground wiring problems. *ak”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS · reported 1997-03-26

“The automatic seat belt on the driver's side is stuck in the retractor in closed position. The problem has not been corrected. *ak”

SEAT BELTS · reported 1996-10-10

“Tie rod broke, causing front wheel to fall off.”

STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY · reported 1996-09-28

“Consumer was driving about 45 mph and was involved in an accident, and the seat belts on the driver's side did not catch. The shoulder belt went forward with owner and the lap belt broke. Manufacturer was contacted. *ak”

SEAT BELTS · reported 1996-09-20

“Air conditioner malfunctioning due to leaking seals.”

EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER · reported 1996-07-18

“Car hesitates upon acceleraton due to misadjusted timing.”

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · reported 1996-07-18

Defect investigations

Investigation EA96014 Opened 1996-06-28 · closed 1997-06-12

AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE

THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT ALLEGEDLY MALFUNCTIONS OR FAILS

Investigation EA96014 Opened 1996-06-28 · closed 1997-06-12

AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE

THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT ALLEGEDLY MALFUNCTIONS OR FAILS

Investigation EA96014 Opened 1996-06-28 · closed 1997-06-12