MYRModel Year Report

1985 Dodge Daytona

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1985 Dodge Daytona
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:17.399Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1985

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 2 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 4 1986: 4 complaints 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 1985: 4 complaints 1985 4 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 1985: 4 complaints 1985 4 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

1985: 4 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and radiator assembly.

FIRE
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Right after driving vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment on the passenger's side. Owner was able to put out the fire. The fire did not burn the vehicle completely.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-03-22

The consumer has been experiencing problems with motor. While driving vehicle stalled. The manufacturer has not been contacted.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-11-12

Fuel system, other

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, other, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE
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Fuel rail leaked gas, causing fire prior to recall, owner not notified of recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-02-20

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1985-02-09Fuel system, gasoline85V010000 An engine compartment fuel hose routed to the fuel system pressure regulator may have an inadequately tightened hose clamp.

    Remedy: Reposition and tighten to the proper torque level of the fuel hose clamp.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1987-08-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-11-17 Seat failures
  3. I
    1987-11-17Engineering analysisClosed 1988-05-18 Seat attachment
  4. I
    1988-05-18CClosed 1989-10-30 Seat attachment failure
  5. R
    1988-11-15Fuel system, gasoline88V105000 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.

    Remedy: Relocate pressure regulator; replace fuel supply with formed hose with revised routing configuration to ensure sealing integrity.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. I
    1988-11-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-02-21 Horn failure
  7. I
    1989-02-21Engineering analysisClosed 1989-08-01 Horn malfunctions
  8. R
    1989-06-06Seats89V011000 Drivers seat frame may experience fatigue failure at one (Front/outboard) of its four attachments.

    Remedy: Replace drivers seat frame with a strenghtened version; also, reinforce power adjuster front crossmember to increase rigidity of seat attachment system.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1985 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, other: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V010000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 88V105000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 89V011000 · Seats
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 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 1985 Dodge Daytona?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 Dodge Daytona have?
4 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.