Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 30 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 6 complaints
- Seat Belts 4 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 3 complaints
- Visibility 3 complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Power Train 2 complaints
Of the 30 complaints on file, 2 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 30 complaints, owners report 4 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$7,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is rated below-average due to multiple faults related to suspension, seat belts, and engine systems. These defects could lead to higher repair needs and costs, compounded by the vehicle's age.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| suspension | 80,000–120,000 miles | $400–$800 | very common |
| seat belts | 60,000–100,000 miles | $100–$300 | common |
| engine cooling | 90,000–130,000 miles | $600–$1,200 | common |
| vehicle speed control | 70,000–110,000 miles | $200–$500 | occasional |
| electrical system | 70,000–110,000 miles | $150–$400 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- oil and filter changes
- brake pad replacements
- fluid checks and top-ups
- spark plug replacements
- battery inspection
- tire rotation and alignment
- cooling system flush
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- unusual suspension noises
- seat belt retraction issues
- engine overheating
- speed control surges
- dashboard warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1995 Plymouth Acclaim at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.