1993 Dodge Colt
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1993 Dodge Colt is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
1993 Dodge Colt at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1993 Dodge Colt recalls 2
EXCESS LUBRICATION CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER DOOR LATCH SWITCH COVER TO DEFORM, AND THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH TO MALFUNCTION, SO THAT THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE WOULD REMAIN AT THE A-PILLAR WHEN THE DOOR WAS CLOSED.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH WITH A SWITCH THAT UTILIZES REDUCED LUBRICATING GREASE, IMPROVED CONTACT SURFACE, AND A DIFFERENT RUBBER ISOLATION BOOT.
THE GUIDE RAIL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTAINS A COVERED CABLE AND ALSO AN ANGLED BELT GUIDE AT THE TOP END OF THE WEBBING. THE COMBINATION OF THESE FACTORS CAN LEAD, OVER TIME, TO THE CABLE'S MOVEMENT EXERTING ABRADING FORCE TO THE LOWER EDGES OF THE CABLE'S CHAMBER, SUFFICIENT TO CAUSE THE CABLE TO DROP OUT OF THE CHAMBER WITH THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE BECOMING STUCK.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REPLACEMENT GUIDE RAIL THAT INCORPORATES A DOUBLE LIP DUST SEAL AND AN ANODIC OXIDE COATING.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
1993 Dodge Colt common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 120 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1993 Dodge Colt safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1993 Dodge Colt 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1993 Dodge Colt MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1993 Dodge Colt costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1993 Dodge Colt — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 3
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION Closed
MR. LARRY A. SACKEY SUBMITTED A PETITION TO THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (NHTSA) BY LETTER DATED APRIL 18, 2003, REQUESTING THAT NHTSA FURTHER INVESTIGATE THE "DEFECTIVE COLLAPSIBLE STEERING SHAFT SYSTEM" ON 1987-1995 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY THE DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION. IN PART BECAUSE OF 49 CFR § 30120(G), NHTSA HAS DECIDED TO LIMIT THE SCOPE OF THE PETITION VEHICLES TO 1993-1995 MODELS, E…
NHTSA #DP03002 · Steering · opened May 2003 · closed Jul 2003AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE Closed
THIS INVESTIGATION IS CLOSED. CHRYSLER IS CONDUCTING TWO RECALLS TO REMEDY AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT FAILURES. 1993 EAGLE SUMMIT AND PLYMOUTH AND DODGE COLT TWO-DOOR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 1992 AND JUNE 1993 WILL RECEIVE A REPLACEMENT GUIDE RAIL. THE METAL GUIDE RAIL HOUSES A CABLE THAT MOVES THE BLET CARRIER BACK AND FORTH ALONG A GROOVE (OR TRACK) IN THE GUIDE RAIL WHEN THE CAR DOOR IS OPENED AND CLOSED. MIT…
NHTSA #EA96014 · Seat Belts · opened Jun 1996 · closed Jun 1997AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE Closed
THIS INVESTIGATION IS BEING UPGRADED BASED ON THE LARGE NUMBER OD COMPLAINTS AND WARRANTY CLAIMS REPORTED BY CHRYSLER. THIS REPORTS CONTAIN THE SAME FAILURE MODES AS THOSE RECEIVED BY ODI. COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT THE CABLE THAT MOVES THE BELT CARRIER ALONG THE GUIDE RAIL BROKE AND/OR POPPED OUT OF THE ASSEMBLY, THE BELT CARRIER MOVES WHILE DRIVING, THE BELT CARRIER GETS STUCK ON THE GUIDE RAIL, THE BELT OVER TIGHTENS,…
NHTSA #PE96007 · Seat Belts · opened Jan 1996 · closed Jun 1996An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 8
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Bulletin R2118796A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Feb 2016SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
Bulletin 0800600REV · Electrical System · Dec 2000SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
Bulletin 2300800B · Seats · Nov 2000SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
Bulletin 230800 · Seats · Mar 2000THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
Bulletin 080600 · Electrical System · Feb 2000SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
Bulletin 233599REVA · Structure · Oct 1999INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
Bulletin 233599 · Seats · Sep 1999SHIFT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE REVISION. *TW
Bulletin 211093 · Power Train · Mar 1993Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COLT. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the Dodge Colt
The Dodge Colt is a subcompact car manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors and marketed by Dodge for model years 1971 to 1994 as a captive import. Rebadged variants included the Plymouth Champ and Plymouth Colt, both were marketed by Plymouth.
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