1993 Eagle Talon Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 50%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 127,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1993 Eagle Talon, 50% of the 38 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 127,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle was going 50-55mph and rear wheels locked up. Vehicle slid all over the road, causing it to get stuck sideways on the hill. Transfer case leaked oil, and blewout rear differential. Vehicle was apart of NHTSA recall 98-v-069-002/ manufacturer's recall 780 in 1998. Dealer was aware that work was performed by an independent dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #8016084, filed 2002-08“Transmission/ transfer case locked up while driving. A recall has been issued on vehicle's make and model. However, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Dealer has been notified. Please provide additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #892972, filed 2001-07“The vehicle will not go into drive but will go into reverse. Cause is unknown. At this time the vehicle has not been looked at by a mechanic. Please provide any further information. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #8021985, filed 2002-10“Recall #98v069000 mentions only automatic transmissions. The transfer case is identical for five speed models and the leak problem is identical. Owner concerned that all awd models with both automatic and manual transmissions should be included.”
NHTSA complaint #537718, filed 1998-07“While driving at 35 MPH, there was transmission fluid coming from the vehicle, and vehicle stalled/ and cut off . Also, crankshaft rod bearing knoc k or ticking sound, and rear brake rotors and pads squeak.”
NHTSA complaint #844074, filed 1999-08Related recalls
- 98V069002Apr 7, 1998Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Lockup of the transfer case can occur due to insufficient lubrication.Covers: Eagle Talon 1990–1998, Plymouth Laser 1992–1994
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 1 | 6% |
| 1997 | 9 | 38% |
| 1996 | 9 | 20% |
| 1995 | 57 | 27% |
| 1994 | 11 | 52% |
| 1993 | 19 | 50% |
| 1992 | 23 | 41% |
| 1991 | 55 | 53% |
| 1990 | 41 | 56% |
Other parts of the 1993 Eagle Talon
13 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Eagle Talon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology