1982 Dodge Aries

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1982 Dodge Aries
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:37:35.696Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1982: 2 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1981	2
1982	2
1983	2
1984	2
1985	2
1986	3
1987	9
1988	11
1989	10
1990	0

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure.

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K FRAME IS RUSTED, CAUSING ERRATIC STEERING. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950511

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.

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CARBURETOR COIL FAILED. *DH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960722

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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GAS TANK FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960722

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19811006 — vehicle speed control

THE AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL SWITCH MAY STICK IN THE "RESUME" POSITION RESTRICTING RETURN MOVEMENT. THIS WILL NOT ALLOW THE NORMAL BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION TO DEACTIVATE THE SYSTEM.

Remedy: THE SHIELD PORTION OF THE "RESUME" SLIDE LEVER IN THE SPEED CONTROL UNIT WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.

Campaign 81V111000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19820604 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BAY BE EQUIPPED WITH BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING AN EXCESS OF WATER.

Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE BRAKE FLUID WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.

Campaign 82V063000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19820609 — suspension

CLAMP BOLTS INSTALLED ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN CRACKS. EVENTUALLY THESE BOLTS MAY BREAK THROUGH, CAUSING SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE.

Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE BOTH BALL JOINT STUD CLAMP BOLTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.

Campaign 82V055000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19841114 — PE (closed 19850731)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

I 19890301 — PE (closed 19890329)

FRAME CORROSION

R 19890629 — suspension

FRONT SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER MAY CORRODE AND FAIL AT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR PIVOT MOUNTS IF OPERATED WHERE SALT IS USED TO AID IN SNOW REMOVAL.

Remedy: INSTALL ATTACHMENT REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS TO PREVENT CONTROL ARM DETACHMENT AS A RESULT OF CORROSION WEAKENING.

Campaign 89V052000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19901210 — EA (closed 19911231)

TRANS PARK SYSTEM FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1982 Dodge Aries — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 81V111000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Verify recall 82V063000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Verify recall 82V055000 (suspension) has been completed.
Verify recall 89V052000 (suspension) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1982 Dodge Aries reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1982 Dodge Aries?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1982 Dodge Aries have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.