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Plymouth Sundance problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Sundance from 1990 to 1998: 237 owner complaints and 11 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1993 (60), 1994 (59), 1992 (49). Best fuel economy: 26 mpg combined (1993).

Plymouth Sundance
Photo: Mr.choppers · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Airbags42
Seats31
Engine & cooling27
Suspension23
Transmission & drivetrain21
Electrical21
Body & structure20
Brakes (hydraulic)14

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199013624
199143025
199244925
199316026
199415925
199502–
199801–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Plymouth Sundance?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1993 (60), 1994 (59), 1992 (49).

How many recalls has the Plymouth Sundance had?

Across 1990–1998, NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).