1993 Plymouth Colt Vista Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 1.8L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista. The part named most often is seat belts, with 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (3) and body and structure (2). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
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.
- Seat belts4 40%
- Body and structure2 20%
- Equipment1 10%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “This report is in regards to the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista I purchased on 04-30-01. Neither the driver's side or passenger's side front motorized seatblets are operable. This leaves only the lap belt for any type of restraint. In the event of a crash this defect coould lead to a fatality.”
NHTSA complaint #744777, filed 2001-05Transmission and drivetrain: “Replacement part failed, as well, one year later. Same symptoms...not downshifting and stalling on a regular basis when engine heated. Second time in one year.”
NHTSA complaint #733392, filed 2000-10Equipment: “The consumer was denied the manufacturer's recall regarding the motorized shoulder belt, the representative stated that the recall did not include vehicle with four doors, however the consumer's vehicle only has 2 doors and 1 sliding door, the passenger's side front seat motorbelt will not work.”
NHTSA complaint #558391, filed 2000-01Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colt Vista · coupe | not rated | 3 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista 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 Vista FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Colt Vista FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Colt Vista 4WD/AWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Colt Vista 4WD/AWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Colt Vista FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Colt Vista FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Colt Vista 4WD/AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Colt Vista 4WD/AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
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 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista 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.
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 Plymouth Colt Vista
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 10 | — | 0 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 13 | 71,045 | 0 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
All Plymouth Colt Vista model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 4 complaints (40% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 3.
Has the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista 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 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Plymouth Colt Vista (Colt Vista, 1.8L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 21 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.