1984 Renault Alliance Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 3campaigns 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
- 30 mpgcombined, 1.4L 4-cyl · 28 city / 34 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1984 Renault Alliance (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1984 Renault Alliance. The part named most often is visibility, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by engine cooling (1) and seats (1). NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Visibility complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the heater core 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.
- Engine cooling1 17%
- Seats1 17%
- Body and structure1 17%
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1984 Renault Alliance 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance/Encore | 1.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Alliance/Encore | 1.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Alliance/Encore | 1.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Alliance/Encore | 1.4L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Alliance/Encore | 1.4L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 22 | 26 | 24 | $2,800 |
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
- 92V051000Apr 10, 1992Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater coreCovers: Renault Alliance 1983–1987, Encore 1983–1987
The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.
- 88V060000Apr 8, 1988SeatsCovers: Renault Alliance 1983–1984, Encore 1983–1984
Drivers seat adjuster mechanism may separate at its front attachment due to fatigue failure of the adjuster bracket.
- 87V049000Apr 14, 1987Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Renault Alliance 1983–1985, Encore 1984–1985
Fuel hoses (5) in engine compartment could deteriorate over time.
Recall details for the 1984 Renault Alliance → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA88015SEAT TRACKClosed · Jan 19, 1988
- PE88015Front sway bar separationClosed · Jan 15, 1988
- PE87062BRAKE FAILUREClosed · Sep 28, 1987
- PE87029Seat track failureClosed · May 12, 1987
- EA85043Unwanted vehicle accelClosed · Aug 21, 1985
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1984 Renault Alliance.
Other model years of the Renault Alliance
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 6 | 35,000 | 2 | — | 28 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 12 | — | 2 | — | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 10 | — | 3 | — | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 1984 | 6 | — | 3 | — | 30 | — | Not enough data |
All Renault Alliance model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1984 Renault Alliance have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1984 Renault Alliance as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1984 Renault Alliance is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 1.
Has the 1984 Renault Alliance been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1984 Renault Alliance get?
The EPA rates the 1984 Renault Alliance (Alliance/Encore, 1.4L 4-cyl) at 30 mpg combined, 28 city and 34 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250 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 29, 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.