1995 Plymouth Acclaim problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is among the quieter years of the Acclaim on NHTSA's books: 35 complaints (50% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across suspension (6), engine (4), and seat belts (4), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
35
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
2
Crash-involved
4
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1995 compare to other Acclaim years?
What are the most common 1995 Plymouth Acclaim problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 6 | 17% | — flat |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 11% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 4 | 11% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 3 | 9% | — flat |
| Electrical System | 3 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 3 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 6% | — flat |
| Transmission | 2 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 6% | — flat |
| Other | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“WHEN MAKING A RIGHT OR LEFT TURN OR BACKING UP, DRIVER WOULD HEAR A STRANGE POPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR. WHEN OWNER BROUGHT THE VEHICLE IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE, MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE SWAY BAR WAS BROKEN ON THE RIGHT REAR AXLE. THE SWAY BAR HAS BEEN WELDED BACK TOGETHER. *AK”
“WHILE DRIVING PASSENGER'S AUTOMATIC SHOULDER HARNESS MALFUNCTIONED. UPON TURNING OFF IGNITION, BELT TIGHTENED EXTREMELY THEN WON'T RELEASE, ALSO WHEN DOOR IS OPENED BELT WON'T RELEASE, MUST BE DONE MANUALLY, UNLATCH OR RESTART VEHICLE. *AK”
“WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO THE SERVICE LANE. TEMPERATURE GAUGE WENT STRAIGHT UP. THEN, CONSUMER HEARD NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE, 4 MINUTES LATER, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM BACK OF CAR AND PULLED OVER. CONSUMER STATED CAR WAS T0TALED BECAUSE…”
“WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO THE SERVICE LANE. TEMPERATURE GAUGE WENT STRAIGHT UP. THEN, CONSUMER HEARD NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE, 4 MINUTES LATER, CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM BACK OF CAR AND PULLED OVER. CONSUMER STATED CAR WAS T0TALED BECAUSE…”
“FAILURE OF THE REAR SUPENSION, THE REAR SUSPENSION IS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TIRES TO WEAR OFTEN.*AK CRUISE WORKING IMPROPERLY, DEALER REPAIRED VACUUM LINE. REAR TRAILIN GARM FAILED, CAUSING NOISE IN FRONT END. *SLC”
1995 Plymouth Acclaim — common questions
Is the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 35 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Acclaim year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 1995 Acclaim problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are suspension (6 complaints), engine (4 complaints), seat belts (4 complaints).
Does the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
Is the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Plymouth Acclaim years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Acclaim years to avoid are 1991. The cleanest record among Acclaim 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.