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Plymouth Laser problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Laser from 1990 to 1998: 117 owner complaints and 8 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1992 (35), 1990 (30), 1991 (30). Best fuel economy: 24 mpg combined (1994).

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

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain30
Engine & cooling28
Seat belts18
Body & structure12
Electrical11
Visibility (wipers, glass)8
Brakes (hydraulic)7
Exterior lights4

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199043024
199113024
199213524
199311524
19941424
199501–
199802–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Plymouth Laser?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1992 (35), 1990 (30), 1991 (30).

How many recalls has the Plymouth Laser had?

Across 1990–1998, NHTSA lists 8 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).