1985 Renault Alliance Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1985 Renault Alliance. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater coreCovers: Renault Alliance 1983–1987, Encore 1983–1987
Reported issue: 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.
Possible consequence: The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. Also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Replace the heater core with a core of different design which will not rupture and leak in the passenger compartment.
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater coreCovers: Renault Alliance 1985–1987, Encore 1985–1987, Eagle Medallion 1988–1989 +1 more
Reported issue: Cooling system pressures during overheated engine operation may exceed the strength capability of certain components due to inadequate venting capacity of the system pressure cap.
Possible consequence: The buildup of pressure may cause heater core to ruptureand discharge hot coolant and steam in the proximity of the drivers legs.
Remedy: Replace all coolant system pressure caps with one having adequate venting capacity.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Renault Alliance 1983–1985, Encore 1984–1985
Reported issue: Fuel hoses (5) in engine compartment could deteriorate over time.
Possible consequence: Fuel leakage could occur, resulting in enginecompartment fire.
Remedy: Replace five fuel hoses/clamps.
NHTSA investigations
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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.