Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1979 Colt.
The 1979 Dodge Colt Overview documents a complaint record that runs from 1990 to 1996, peaking at 120 complaints in 1993 before falling to just two in 1996. This shift highlights a clear improvement in reliability across the model’s later years. As a result, the 1979 Colt provides researchers with a concrete illustration of how a vehicle’s reputation can transform over time.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 162.6 in |
| Overall width | 60.2 in |
| Overall height | 52.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 92.1 in |
| Curb weight | 2101 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.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 1 of 1 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09-15A-79REV | 1980-05-01 | Engine And Engine Cooling | UNKNOWN |
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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