Is the Plymouth Sundance Reliable?

Q: Is the Plymouth Sundance reliable?

The Plymouth Sundance scores 72/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 1987–1994 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year Sundance is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 1994 Plymouth Sundance scored highest with a reliability score of 72/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a Sundance last?

With regular maintenance, most Plymouth Sundance owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used Sundance.

1987–1994 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

72/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

234

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Recall intensity (what drives the score)

0.0 recalls/yr vs. sedan median 1.2/yr

Safety record (separate score)

Lowno open investigations · 0 deaths, 38 injuries on record

Own a Plymouth Sundance? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Plymouth Sundance Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
1994	1	36	5	—	57	Fair
1993	1	39	10	—	57	Fair
1992	3	47	8	—	57	Fair
1991	3	20	2	—	57	Fair
1990	1	20	11	—	57	Fair
1989	2	31	—	—	57	Fair
1988	2	31	2	—	57	Fair
1987	1	10	—	—	57	Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Sundance Compares to Similar Vehicles

Plymouth Sundance72/100

Sedan Category Average72/100

The Sundance scores exactly at the sedan average.

Known Plymouth Sundance Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

SEAT BELTS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Based on 234 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Plymouth Sundance reliable?+

The Plymouth Sundance scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 14 recall campaigns and 234 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Sundance is most reliable?+

Reliability varies by model year. Check the year-by-year table above for a direct comparison.

How many miles does a Sundance last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Plymouth Sundance owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Sundance will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

More Plymouth Sundance Research

Common Problems

Detailed breakdown of every reported defect for the Plymouth Sundance.

Years to Avoid

Which Sundance years have the most problems — and which are the best buys.

Check a Specific Plymouth Sundance VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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