1986 Dodge Lancer ES
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- Photo: 1988 dodge lancer es turbo by Ruben de Rijcke, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Lancer (18158240400) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Lancer (18159790889) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Yellow Dodge Lancer by I-slice at English Wikipedia, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 88 Dodge Lancer LE Back by Ruben de Rijcke, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1986 Dodge Lancer ES is a 97-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,748 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
It makes 97 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 122 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The Lancer measures 180.0 inches long on a 103.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,646 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $10,748 ($31,871 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2L SOHC I4 (EFI) |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Horsepower | 97 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 122 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Injection Type | Throttle-body electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180 in |
| Width | 68 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 103 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,646 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1986 Dodge Lancer ES with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1986 Dodge LANCER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 14, 2008 · SUSPENSION
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
NHTSA campaign 08E033000
Jul 1, 1988 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OPERATION AT CONNECTIONS OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND TO THE FUEL RAIL.
Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION TO ENSURE SEALING INTEGRITY.
NHTSA campaign 88V105000
Apr 10, 1986 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BATTERY CAP VENTS MAY BE PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY BLOCKED WITH PLASTIC FLASHING. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BUILD UP OF INTERNAL GAS PRESSURE COULD OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN CASE RUPTURE, PARTICULARLY DURING POST CHARGING. SHOULD A PERSON BE IN THE VICINITY OF THE BATTERY WHEN THE CASE RUPTURES, THEY MAY BE INJURED BY THE RELEASED GASES AND/OR ACID.
Remedy: REWORK BATTERIES BY PROBING BOTH VENT ORIFICES TO ELIMINATE ANY VENT OBSTRUCTION.
NHTSA campaign 86V053000
14 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1986 Dodge LANCER
Owner Complaints
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Dodge LANCER (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Fuel System | 3 |
| Hydraulic | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Gasoline | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1986 DODGE LANCER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.