Eagle Talon Problems by Year
NHTSA has 295 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the Eagle Talon, across 5 model years (1995–1999). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (209). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Eagle Talon years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Talon year: 1995, 1996. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 Talon: 209 complaints, 5 recalls
- 1996 Talon: 44 complaints, 4 recalls
- 1997 Talon: 24 complaints, 3 recalls
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 Talon problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 76 | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 71 | 4 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 48 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 3 | 8 |
| Visibility | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Eagle Talon problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 1995: power train (57) · suspension (53)
All Eagle Talon model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Talon | 1 | 0 | — | Equipment | |
| 1998 Talon | 17 | 3 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 1997 Talon | 24 | 3 | — | Power Train | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1996 Talon | 44 | 4 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1995 Talon | 209 | 5 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Eagle Talon years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (209), 1996 (44) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Talon year. 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 Talon?
Power Train, with 76 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Eagle Talon have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.