Model year guide

1994 Plymouth COLT Vista

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1994 Plymouth COLT Vista at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints4
Combined18–23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1994 Plymouth COLT Vista recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 23 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1994 Plymouth COLT Vista common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1994 Plymouth COLT Vista MPG & running costs

Combined18–23 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,208
EPA size classMidsize-Large Station Wagons
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume35 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,042 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 6 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,040
Fuel only$16,040
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1994 Plymouth COLT Vista vehicles on record

1994 Plymouth COLT VistaJP3EB30GXRZ016343

1994 Plymouth COLT Vista — frequently asked questions

Does the 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, air bags, steering.

What gas mileage does the 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista get?

The 1994 Plymouth COLT Vista has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (6 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.