1984 Dodge Daytona

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1984 Dodge Daytona
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:50:22.989Z

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
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1984

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 2 complaints 1984 2 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 35 complaints 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1994
1984: 2 complaints 1984 2 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 35 complaints 1989 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 0 complaints 1994
1984: 2 complaints 1984 2 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 35 complaints 1989 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 0 complaints 1994

1984: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19842
19854
19864
19878
198811
198935
199026
199113
199217
199315
19940

Known problem areas

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

Seats

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Front drives bucket seat broke, when vehicle was impacted from the rear.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-03

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1984-02-03Latches/locks/linkages84V008000 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…

    Remedy: Inspect vehicles and, if incorrectly assembled or repaired, the hood, including the latch, will be replaced.

  2. I
    1986-09-24Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-02-27 Hood latch failure
  3. I
    1988-11-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-02-21 Horn failure
  4. I
    1989-02-21Engineering analysisClosed 1989-08-01 Horn malfunctions
  5. R
    2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 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…

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

1984 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seats: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 84V008000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension

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