Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1971 Colt.
The 1971 Dodge Colt stands as a subject of longitudinal reliability analysis, with recorded complaint data spanning 1990 through 1996 that tracks its durability performance well into its second and third decades of service. This historical dataset reveals a marked volatility in reported issues, peaking at 120 complaints during 1993 before precipitously declining to a mere 2 by 1996, suggesting either significant mechanical interventions or sample attrition as the vehicle population aged. Such a trajectory places this model year within a context of declining reliability concern over the observed period, indicating that while mid-1990s ownership presented notable challenges, the incidence of reported failures diminished substantially toward the end of the decade.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 160.6 in |
| Overall width | 61.4 in |
| Overall height | 52.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.3 in |
| Curb weight | 2055 lb |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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