1994 Dodge Colt Problems
- Complaints
- 18filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 1,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 26 mpgcombined, 1.5L 4-cyl FWD · 24 city / 29 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1994 Dodge Colt (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 1994 Dodge Colt. The part named most often is brakes, with 4 complaints (22% of the total), followed by air bags (3) and transmission and drivetrain (3). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 1,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 1 NHTSA investigation filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes4 22%
- Air bags3 17%
- Electrical system2 11%
- Fuel system2 11%
- Seat belts2 11%
- Suspension2 11%
- Engine cooling1 5.6%
- Equipment1 5.6%
- Seats1 5.6%
Also reported: Steering (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Engine head gasket would keep leaking oil. Had taken vehicle to dealer at least 5 different times for leaking gasket. Each time would be repaired & then problem would reappear again. Also, transmission was failing to shift properly. The head gasket problem continued and now three head gasket have cracked. The air conditioner, master cylinder, transmission and motor mounts also failed.”
NHTSA complaint #868494, filed 2000-08Air bags: “While driving transmission doesn't shift properly from the first to the second gear, won't shift, and makes loud noise. Also, consumer complained of an air bag system problem. Dealer notified.”
NHTSA complaint #10042754, filed 2003-10Electrical system: “While merging onto a highway going 50-55 MPH the car just completely cut off, lost all power except for the lights. When vehicle was towed to mechanic, mechanic stated that computer system was compeletely dead. The problem has not been corrected.”
NHTSA complaint #820908, filed 1998-01Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,000 and 1,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1994 Dodge Colt version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colt FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Colt FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 24 | 29 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Colt FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Colt FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,600 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1994 Dodge Colt in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA investigations
- EA99007Inadvertent air bag deploymentClosed · Mar 16, 1999
- EA96014Automatic shoulder belt failureClosed · Jun 28, 1996
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10191460Feb 26, 2016Engine cooling. Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Other model years of the Dodge Colt
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 18 | 1,000 | 0 | — | 26 | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 107 | 108,000 | 2 | — | 27 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 14 | — | 2 | — | 28 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 17 | — | 1 | — | 28 | — | Stable |
| 1990 | 12 | — | 1 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 33 | — | 1 | — | 26 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 25 | — | 1 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 28 | — | 1 | — | 27 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1986 | 22 | — | 1 | — | 27 | — | Stable |
All Dodge Colt model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1994 Dodge Colt have?
NHTSA recorded 18 consumer complaints for the 1994 Dodge Colt as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1994 Dodge Colt is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 4 complaints (22% of the total), followed by air bags with 3.
Has the 1994 Dodge Colt been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1994 Dodge Colt get?
The EPA rates the 1994 Dodge Colt (Colt, 1.5L 4-cyl) at 26 mpg combined, 24 city and 29 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,600 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1994 Dodge Colt reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 1,000 miles and the middle half falls between 1,000 and 1,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.