MYRModel Year Report

1989 Dodge Dynasty

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1989 Dodge Dynasty
RENDERED 2026-09-16T17:51:02.953Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Dynasty Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1988: 14 complaints 1988 1989: 57 complaints 1989 1990: 55 complaints 1990 1991: 108 complaints 1992: 145 complaints 1992 1993: 83 complaints 1994: 1 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997
1989: 57 complaints
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YearComplaints
198814
198957
199055
1991108
1992145
199383
19941
19951
19971

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

POWER TRAIN 40%

40% of complaints: power train — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING & PARKING IN THE DRIVEWAY, VEHICLE SHIFTED GEARS BY ITSELF.PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960402

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 32%

32% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE
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VEHICLE HAS BEEN LEAKING OIL FROM GASKET INTO AC COMPRESSOR, WE HAVE REPLACED IT TWICE AND IT STILL LEAKS. RESEARCHING ONLINE THERE IS A RECALL FOR IT 89V237000 THAT DESCRIBES THE PROBLEM EXACTLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130306

Also filed under ENGINE

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 DODGE DYNASTY. THE CONTACT STATED HE NOTICED OIL LEAKING FORM THE VEHICLE WHILE THE ENGINE WAS SHUT OFF. THE DEALER ADVISED THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100414

ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKET LEAKED PRIOR TO RECALL (89V-237).

NHTSA ODI report, 19941107

SERVICE BRAKES 14%

14% of complaints: service brakes — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and interior/under dash.

FIRE
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DURING VEHICLE OPERATION SMELL OF BURNING RUBBER AND SMOKE WAS NOTICED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD BECAUSE THE ALTERNATOR WAS ON FIRE.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19961008

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and pinion and hose, piping, and connections.

FIRE
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VEHICLE FIRE DUE TO LEAK IN THE POWER STEERING HOSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 19981020

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19890109 — PE (closed 19890131)

TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTING

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Dodge Dynasty — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V237000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Dodge Dynasty 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 Dynasty?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Dodge Dynasty have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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