MYRModel Year Report

1992 Dodge Colt

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1992 Dodge Colt
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:04.817Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
14

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1992

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1986: 22 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 17 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1992 14 1993: 107 complaints 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 17 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 14 1993: 107 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1986 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 17 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 14 1993: 107 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996

1992: 14 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19821
19830
19841
19851
198622
198728
198825
198933
199012
199117
199214
1993107
199418
19950
19962

Known problem areas

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

7 of 14 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.

Show complaint excerpts

The drivers automatic restraint system does not always retract, therfore not restraining the occupant. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-05-03

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and gasoline.

Visibility

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.

Suspension

1 of 14 total reports mentions: suspension.

Steering

1 of 14 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing shaft pitman.

Show complaint excerpts

The passenger's side shoulder belt somtimes tightens up when in use . Please describe .

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-08-27

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1996-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-06-28 Auto shoulder belt failure
  2. I
    1996-06-28Engineering analysisClosed 1997-06-12 Automatic shoulder belt failure
  3. R
    1997-09-05Latches/locks/linkages97V063002 Excess lubrication can cause the rubber door latch switch cover to deform, and the door latch switch to malfunction, so that the shoulder belt anchorage would remain at the a-pillar when the door…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the door latch switch with a switch that utilizes reduced lubricating grease, improved contact surface, and a different rubber isolation boot.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1997-09-05Seat belts97V073002 The guide rail on the driver's side contains a covered cable and also an angled belt guide at the top end of the webbing. The combination of these factors can lead, over time, to the cable's…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a new replacement guide rail that incorporates a double lip dust seal and an anodic oxide coating.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1992 Dodge Colt — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 97V063002 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 97V073002 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 Dodge Colt 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 1992 Dodge Colt?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Colt have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.