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1993 Eagle Summit problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 110 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 6.9 times the median Summit year — the 1993 model ranks #1 of 8 Summit years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: seat belts issues account for 60% of all reports (66 of 110), far ahead of transmission at 9.

110

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

3

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1993 compare to other Summit years?

Summit NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted110 complaints1989: 14 complaints1990: 6 complaints1991: 14 complaints1992: 54 complaints1993: 110 complaints1994: 18 complaints1995: 38 complaints1996: 2 complaints
Summit NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1993 Eagle Summit problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Seat Belts6660%
Transmission98%
Latches & Locks65%
Engine65%
Brakes44%
Electrical System44%
Other44%
Body & Structure44%
Steering22%
Seats11%
Speed Control11%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Fuel System11%
Lighting11%

Does the 1993 Eagle Summit have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

98V168003TransmissionOctober 5, 1998 · 6,198 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES. LOCKUP OF THE TRANSFER CASE CAN OCCUR DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR ADEQUACY OF THE TRANSFER CASE OIL VOLUME, TRANSFER CASE OIL LEAKAGE, AND OPERATIONAL DEGRADATION OF THE TRANSFER CASE MECHANISM. IF OIL VOLUME IS INSUFFICIENT, THE APPROPRIATE AMOUNT OF OIL WILL BE ADDED. IF THERE IS TRANSFER CASE OIL LEAKAGE, AFFECTED COMPONENTS WILL BE REPLACED. IF THE TRANSFER CASE SHOWS OPERATIONAL DEGRADATION, THE TRANSFER CASE WILL BE REPLACED.

97V063002Latches & LocksMay 12, 1997 · 46,000 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH WITH A SWITCH THAT UTILIZES REDUCED LUBRICATING GREASE, IMPROVED CONTACT SURFACE, AND A DIFFERENT RUBBER ISOLATION BOOT.

97V073002Seat BeltsMay 12, 1997 · 24,000 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REPLACEMENT GUIDE RAIL THAT INCORPORATES A DOUBLE LIP DUST SEAL AND AN ANODIC OXIDE COATING.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“DURING IMPACT AT SPEEDS OF 25 TO 30MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT DID NOT RELEASE FROM THE RETRACTOR MECHANISM. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · April 28, 1997 · crash

“WHEN DRIVING THE ENGINE WILL HIGH IDLE POSITION, OPEN THROTTLE POSITION, TO STOP VEHICLE PUT INTO NUETRAL OR APPLY THE BRAKES. CONSUMER STATES WHILE PULLING INTO TRAFFIC, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE THE ENGINE WAS RACING THE TRANSMISSION GRABBED JERKING THE VEHICLE FOWARD SQUEALING THE REAR TIRES,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 1, 1996

“WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE WILL STALL OUT AND DIE WITHOUT WARRING. DEALER HAS REPLACED ENGINE THREE TIMES, BUTPROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine

“SLIDING DOOR WOULD JAM AND WAS UNABLE TO OPEN FROM BOTH SIDES, AND REAR TAILGATE DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMD CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL 97V063.002 DUE TO VIN, AND REPAIRS WOULD BE AT CONSUMER'S EXPENSE. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Latches & Locks · November 15, 1995

“WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE WILL STALL OUT AND DIE WITHOUT WARRING. DEALER HAS REPLACED ENGINE THREE TIMES, BUTPROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System

1993 Eagle Summit — common questions

Is the 1993 Eagle Summit reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 110 complaints put the 1993 model at #1 of 8 Summit years. It is one of the Summit years to avoid.

What are the most common 1993 Summit problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are seat belts (66 complaints), transmission (9 complaints), engine (6 complaints).

Does the 1993 Eagle Summit have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1993 Eagle Summit. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1993 Eagle Summit under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Eagle Summit years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Summit years to avoid are 1993, 1992, 1995. The cleanest record among Summit years belongs to 1996.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.