1991 Dodge Daytona
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seats
5 of 13 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner and head restraint.
Show complaint excerpts
Consumer was at a stand still & was rearended by another vehicle. The head rest flew into the back window & cracked it. The driver seat became unanchored & was in the back of the car upon impact. The vehicle was totaled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-07-06
Bolt on the seat recliner mechanism failed, causing injury to consumer when seat fell forward during stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-03-31
Latches/locks/linkages
2 of 13 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing lock.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and engine.
Tires
1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires.
Suspension
1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1990-08-24Service brakes, hydraulic90V162000 Front disc brake caliper guide pin bolts may not have been adequately torqued and could loosen.
Remedy: Properly torque front brake caliper guide pin bolts to 250 pounds.
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1990-10-15Equipment90V169000 Incorrect tire pressure placard was installed on cars; does not comply with FMVSS 110.
Remedy: Install correct placard containing proper pressure information.
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1991-08-07Parking brake91V078000 Mismatched parking brake cable lengths to the rear wheels reduces braking ability of one of the rear wheels, in violation of FMVSS 105.
Remedy: Replace mismatched parking brake cable with one of correct length.
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1991-10-22Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-02-12 Auto door lock malfunction
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1992-02-24Structure92V016000 The owner's manual incorrectly states that the front passenger door cannot be opened from the inside if the door is locked until the lock control handle has been pulled up. On these vehicles, the…
Remedy: Notify the vehicle owners of the error in the owner's manual and inform them of the actual operation of the front door lock system.
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seats: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 90V162000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 90V169000 · Equipment
- Recall 91V078000 · Parking brake
- Recall 92V016000 · Structure
FAQ
- Is the 1991 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 1991 Dodge Daytona?
- The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 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.