Model year guide

1993 Plymouth Acclaim

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1993 Plymouth Acclaim — representative photo
Representative photo

1993 Plymouth Acclaim at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints93
Combined20–25 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1993 Plymouth Acclaim recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.

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 Plymouth Acclaim common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

1993 Plymouth Acclaim safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

1993 Plymouth Acclaim MPG & running costs

Combined20–25 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,070
EPA size classMidsize Cars
Transmission3 options
Passenger volume97 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,350 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 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 Plymouth Acclaim costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,350
Fuel only$15,350
Per mile$0.20

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

Length
181.1 in
Width
68.1 in
Height
53.5 in
Wheelbase
103.1 in
Curb weight
2,798 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Emissions

Certain Spirit and Acclaim with a 2.5 litre flex-fuel engine and Intrepid with a 3.3 litre flex-fuel engine do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 1101 - Emission Device. The methanol fuel sensor may fail due to grounding of the circuit board and a software problem. Correction: An improved methanol concentration sensor will be installed on affected vehicles.

Transport Canada #1999045 · Mar 1999

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Plymouth Acclaim

The Plymouth Acclaim is a four-door, front-engine, front-drive mid-size sedan manufactured and marketed for 1989–1995 model years, replacing Plymouth's E-body Caravelle and the K-body Reliant. Chrysler marketed badge engineered AA-body variants for its Dodge and Chrysler brands, the Dodge Spirit, the Chrysler LeBaron sedan, and the export-market Chrysler Saratoga. The Acclaim was replaced by the Plymouth Breeze in 1996.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1993 Plymouth Acclaim vehicles on record

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Other Plymouth Acclaim model years

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1993 Plymouth Acclaim — frequently asked questions

Does the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim?

Across all 93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine and engine cooling, suspension.

What is the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim crash-test ratings of frontal 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim get?

The 1993 Plymouth Acclaim has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.