1991 Plymouth Laser Problems
- Complaints
- 30filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 220,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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
- 22 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl FWD · 19 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1991 Plymouth Laser (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 1991 Plymouth Laser. The part named most often is seat belts, with 9 complaints (30% of the total), followed by engine cooling (7) and electrical system (4). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 220,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the buckle assembly filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
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 belts9 30%
- Engine cooling7 23%
- Electrical system4 13%
- Body and structure3 10%
- Suspension3 10%
- Brakes2 6.7%
- Seats2 6.7%
- Interior lighting1 3.3%
- Tires1 3.3%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (1), Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Seat belts: “The consumer's car had been in the shop for seven days under the recall(oct. 15-23,1996) and the work was not preformed . (westborn chrysler Plymouth dealership; recall 95v103003). Consumer states the belt wires were cut and taped that the recall had not been done correctly. Technician stated that vehicle had no breaks.”
NHTSA complaint #803901, filed 1996-10Engine cooling: “I see quite a few lasers,eclipses,and talons that have the telltale blue smoke trail behind them.but mine also seems to be building up exhaust, and emitting a large cloud of white smoke upon restarting”
NHTSA complaint #762124, filed 2002-05Latches, locks and linkages: “Was driving at approximately 45 MPH when hood unlatched unexpectedly, causing the hood to smash into the windshield and hit the roof of vehicle, almost resulting in an accident and personal injuries.”
NHTSA complaint #822665, filed 1998-04Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 220,000 and 220,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1991 Plymouth Laser. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser · coupe | not rated | 4 / 4 | — | — | — |
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 1991 Plymouth Laser 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Laser FWD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Laser FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Laser FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Laser FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 |
| Laser FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
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
- 95V103003May 24, 1995Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Plymouth Laser 1990–1991, Dodge Colt 1986–1991, RAM 50 1986–1991 +7 more
The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
Recall details for the 1991 Plymouth Laser → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Other model years of the Plymouth Laser
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 15 | 98,001 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 35 | 138,251 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 30 | 220,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 30 | — | 4 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Plymouth Laser model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1991 Plymouth Laser have?
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 1991 Plymouth Laser as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1991 Plymouth Laser is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 9 complaints (30% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 7.
Has the 1991 Plymouth Laser been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Plymouth Laser get?
The EPA rates the 1991 Plymouth Laser (Laser, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 19 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1991 Plymouth Laser reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 220,000 miles and the middle half falls between 220,000 and 220,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.