American Motors Spirit years to avoid
Across 1979–1985, no single Spirit year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1985 drew the most complaints; 1984 the fewest.
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Total complaints
4
Recall campaigns
1979–1985
Years covered
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Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Spirit year
Common questions
What is the best year for the American Motors Spirit?
By complaint volume, 1984 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Spirit years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the American Motors Spirit have?
Across all model years, the Spirit has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.