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1995 Eagle Vision problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 166 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.5 times the median Vision year — the 1995 model ranks #3 of 8 Vision years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (38), fuel system (23), and steering (17), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

166

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

9

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Vision years?

Vision NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted221 complaints1992: 1 complaints1993: 221 complaints1994: 195 complaints1995: 166 complaints1996: 53 complaints1997: 42 complaints2000: 1 complaints2003: 2 complaints
Vision NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Eagle Vision problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission3823%
Fuel System2314%
Engine1710%
Steering1710%
Brakes138%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)117%
Body & Structure85%
Suspension74%
Electrical System74%
Visibility & Wipers64%
Tires & Wheels42%
Airbags32%
Lighting32%
Speed Control32%
Seats21%
Latches & Locks21%
Other11%
Child Seat11%

Does the 1995 Eagle Vision have recalls?

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

04V021000TransmissionJanuary 13, 2004 · 2,315,768 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.

Consequence

EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOAD-LIMITING PUSH ROD INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER LEVER OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

99V215000SuspensionAugust 9, 1999 · 402,830 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BRACKETS CAN CRACK DUE TO FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE ENGINE CRADLE.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS, THE TRANSMISSION HALF-SHAFT COULD PULL OUT OF THE TRANSAXLE AND RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE ENGINE CRADLE AT THE POINT WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO IT.

98V184000Fuel SystemAugust 6, 1998 · 722,600 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL.

Consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES CHANGING THE UPPER AND LOWER INJECTOR O-RINGS. HOWEVER, IF A VEHICLE IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE O-RINGS OR FROM A CRACKED FUEL LINE, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE TAKEN INTO A DEALER TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TRANSMISSION SHIFTED FROM FOURTH GEAR TO SECOND ON ITS ON. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC INSISTED THAT THE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. CONSUMER INFORMED THE DEALER THAT PROBLEM OCCURRED MORE THAN ONCE AND HAD NOT BEEN RESOLVED. *AK VEHICLE TRANSMISSION…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 8, 2004

“WHILE DRIVING GAS FUME ODOR WAS COMING FROM THE VENTS. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT RECALL 96V158002 FOR REPLACEMENT OF FUEL TANK AS ISSUED. MECHANIC REPLACED IT ON THIS VEHICLE. BUT, CONSUMER INFORMED THE MECHANIC THAT PROBLEM RECURRED, AND HAD NOT BEEN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 29, 2004

“BESIDES THE TRANSMISSION FAILING, THE CRANKCASE STARTED TO LEAK AND THE AIR-FLOW ACTAUTOR FAILED. ALL OF THIS HAPPENED WITHIN A 30 DAY PERIOD. CHRYSLER WAS NO HELP AT ALL ON THE TRANSMISSION PROBLEM, AND WAS DOWNRIGHT RUDE. AFTER OWNING 4 CHRYSLER VEHICLES IN MY LIFE, I'LL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 10, 1999

“DT: THE CONSUMER STATED THE BOLTS IN RACK AND PINION STEERING HAD TO BE TIGHTENED CONSTANTLY. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR TWO YEARS. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY STATED IT WAS WEAR AND TEAR. WHEN THE BOLTS BECAME LOOSE THE WHEEL LOCKED. CONSUMER CONTINUED TO TIGHTEN THE BOLTS, BUT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · September 2, 2004

“WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED THEY SQUEAK AND GRIND, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. TOOK VEHICLE IN TO BE SERVICED, BUT THE GRINDING AND SQUEAKING WAS STILL THERE. OWNER WAS UNABLE TO FIND OUT EXACTLY WHAT WORK WAS DONE, AND BELIEVES THAT NO REPAIRS WERE ACTUALLY MADE. *AK *ML”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes

1995 Eagle Vision — common questions

Is the 1995 Eagle Vision reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 166 complaints put the 1995 model at #3 of 8 Vision years. It is one of the Vision years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 Vision problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (38 complaints), fuel system (23 complaints), steering (17 complaints).

Does the 1995 Eagle Vision have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 1995 Eagle Vision. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Eagle Vision under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 9 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Eagle Vision years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Vision years to avoid are 1993, 1994, 1995. The cleanest record among Vision years belongs to 2000.

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.