1992 Dodge Daytona

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1992 Dodge Daytona
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:36:05.415Z

Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1992: 17 complaints

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

STRUCTURE

7 of 17 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and frame and members.

CRASH INJURY

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WHILE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN THE HOOD FLEW UP IN THE AIR, CAUSING THE HINGES TO SNAP. WHEN THE HINGES SNAPPED, THE HOOD HIT AND CRACKED THE WINDSHIELD.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980127

WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH WHEN HOOD FLEW UP AND SMASHED INTO THE WINDSHIELD AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950927

SEATS

2 of 17 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

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I WAS ACCELERATING FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THE BACK OF THE DRIVERS SEAT FELL INTO THE BACK SEAT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050816

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 17 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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IT WAS LIMITED PRODUCTION ENGINE THAT HAS A PROBLEM OF EATING TIMING BELTS, CRACKING CYLINDER HEADS, AND A/C FAILURE. WHEN THE TIMING BELT BREAKS, THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY DIES AND THERE IS A LOSS OF ALL POWER ASSIST INCLUDING STEERING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030605

VISIBILITY

1 of 17 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.

INJURY

SUSPENSION

1 of 17 total reports mentions: suspension.

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CONSUMER EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH THE 1992 DODGE DAYTONA SHAKING WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. CONSUMER ALSO IS REQUESTING A REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS DONE TO THE FRAME RAIL TO THE FLOOR PAN WELDS.*MR *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20050609

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19920206 — steering

THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.

Remedy: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.

Campaign 92V015000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19931015 — structure

THE WELDING ATTACHMENTS OF THE FRONT FRAME RAILS TO THE FLOOR PAN SHEET METAL MAY NOT BE PROPERLY WELDED.

Remedy: SECURE THE FLOOR PAN TO THE FRONT FRAME RAILS BY BOLTING BOTH FRAME RAILS TO THE FLOOR PAN.

Campaign 93V114000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Dodge Daytona — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for structure issues (7 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for seats issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 92V015000 (steering) has been completed.
Verify recall 93V114000 (structure) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Dodge Daytona?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Daytona have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.