American Motors problems & recalls
American Motors vehicles have drawn 10 consumer complaints and 124 recall campaigns across 21 models in NHTSA's files, led by the Eagle and the Concord.
10
NHTSA complaints
124
Recall campaigns
21
Models tracked
Eagle
Most complained
Which American Motors models have the most problems?
| Model | Years | Complaints | Recalls | Worst year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle | 8 | 12 | ||
| Concord | 1 | 10 | ||
| Spirit | 1 | 4 | ||
| 68 Series | 0 | 3 | ||
| 69 Series | 0 | 3 | ||
| Alliance | 0 | 1 | ||
| Ambassador | 0 | 15 | ||
| American | 0 | 1 | ||
| American Motors | 0 | 4 | ||
| Amx | 0 | 3 | ||
| Encore | 0 | 1 | ||
| Gremlin | 0 | 14 | ||
| Hornet | 0 | 11 | ||
| Hornet Sportabout | 0 | 1 | ||
| Javelin | 0 | 9 | ||
| Javelin Amx | 0 | 1 | ||
| Marlin | 0 | 1 | ||
| Matador | 0 | 12 | ||
| Pacer | 0 | 5 | ||
| Rambler | 0 | 1 | ||
| Rebel | 0 | 12 |
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.