MYRModel Year Report

1989 Dodge Daytona

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1989 Dodge Daytona
RENDERED 2026-11-01T07:04:42.943Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
35
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1989

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

1989: 35 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

29% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE

Air bags

23% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Upon impact, whole steering column collapsed; when airbag deflated, thick black smoke caused burns/chemical reaction to driver. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-14

Frontal collision impact 1:00 position speed 50 MPH, driver side air bag did not inflate, gases came out bag causing burns. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-12

Electrical system

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and interior/under dash.

FIRE

Steering

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and rack and pinion.

CRASHINJURYDEATH
Show complaint excerpts

The consumer's son was in an accident, and subsequently died along with two others, which was possibly due to a steering mechanism defect.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-24

Service brakes

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    1990-02-21Engine and engine cooling89V237000 The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.

    Remedy: Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1991-02-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-06-18 Brake lining delamination
  3. I
    1991-05-02Defect petitionClosed 1991-07-05 Tire rubbing wheel well
  4. I
    1991-06-18Engineering analysisClosed 1992-02-27 Disc brake lining split
  5. R
    1992-07-22Service brakes, hydraulic92V017000 The bonded disc brake linings may separate from the shoes due to a bonding deficiency which may allow corrosion degradation of the bond attachment.

    Remedy: Replace the front and rear linings on vehicles with 15 inch brakes. Replace only the rear brake linings on vehicles with 14 inch brakes because the front linings on these vehicles are riveted.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    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

1989 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V237000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 92V017000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 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 1989 Dodge Daytona?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Dodge Daytona have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.