Eagle Summit Problems by Year
NHTSA has 33 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Eagle Summit, across 2 model years (1995–1996). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (31). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.
Eagle Summit years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Summit model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 Summit: 31 complaints, 1 recall
- 1996 Summit: 2 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Eagle Summit problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 1 | 7 |
| Power Train | 9 | 1 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Eagle Summit model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Summit | 2 | 1 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 1995 Summit | 31 | 1 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Eagle Summit years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1995 (31), 1996 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Eagle Summit?
Air Bags, with 10 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Eagle Summit have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.