MYRModel Year Report

1990 Dodge Daytona

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1990 Dodge Daytona
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:07:01.827Z

Only 26 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 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Daytona Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1990 highlighted. 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 4 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 8 complaints 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 34 complaints 1990: 26 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 17 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1994: 0 complaints 1994
1990: 26 complaints
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YearComplaints
19842
19854
19864
19878
198811
198934
199026
199113
199217
199315
19940

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 26 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 26 total reports mention: power train.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 26 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 26 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
AIR BAGS

2 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG IN ACCIDENT. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *DSH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

PERSON IN FRONT HIT BRAKES OWNER HIT HIM FROM BEHIND AT 36 MPH AND AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950403

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19900221 — engine and engine cooling

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.

Campaign 89V237000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19901030 — air bags

AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULES MAY NOT CONTAIN DIFFUSER HOLES BETWEEN THE IGNITOR AND PROPELLANT CHAMBERS.

Remedy: REPLACE AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULES WITH PROPERLY MACHINED MODULES.

Campaign 90V080000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19930723 — PE (closed 19931007)

HOOD LATCH FAILURE

R 20080522 — suspension

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

1990 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V237000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 90V080000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Dodge Daytona?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 12% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1990 Dodge Daytona have?

3 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.