1984 Dodge Daytona
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 34 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FRONT DRIVES BUCKET SEAT BROKE, WHEN VEHICLE WAS IMPACTED FROM THE REAR. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960603
SAFETY TIMELINE
SOME HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY REPAIRED AT THE FACTORY, OR INCORRECT FASTENERS WERE USED. HOOD LATCH ATTACHMENT WILL NOT BE STRONG ENOUGH AND WILL LIKELY WEAKEN THE INNER HOOD PAN
Remedy: INSPECT VEHICLES AND, IF INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED OR REPAIRED, THE HOOD, INCLUDING THE LATCH, WILL BE REPLACED.
Campaign 84V008000 — check if this car was fixed
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
HORN FAILURE
HORN MALFUNCTIONS
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 WIT
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.
Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1984 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 84V008000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1984 Dodge Daytona 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 1984 Dodge Daytona?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Dodge Daytona have?
2 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.