1991 Dodge Dynasty
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 57 |
| 1990 | 55 |
| 1991 | 108 |
| 1992 | 145 |
| 1993 | 83 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
23% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel injection system and fuel rail.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
1991 DODGE DYNASTY, 3.3L ENGINE. FUEL RAIL LEAKING, AT CROSSOVER TUBE CONNECTION. FUEL LEAKING DOWN ONTO VAVLE COVER, WHICH THEN LEAKED ONTO HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD. MINOR FIRE, BUT THANK GOD I WAS IN MY DRIVEWAY WHEN I SMELLED THE FUEL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050131
I SMELLED A STRONG ORDER OF GAS WHEN DRIVING, WHEN I CHECKED UNDER THE HOOD THERE WAS A CONSTANT DRIPPING FRO THE FUEL RAIL SUPPLYING THE FUEL INJECTORS...FIRST , IT WAS A SMALL DRIPPING ON THE FRONT VALVE COVER AND AFTER 2-3 MONTHS ITS A STRONG...
NHTSA ODI report, 20140221
WHILE DRIVING SMELT FUMES AND VEHICLE STALLED OUT. CONTACTED DEALER.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020909
21% of complaints: service brakes — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY20% of complaints: power train — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
THE TRANSMISSION CAUGHT ON FIRE AND THE TRANSMISSSION WAS ACTING UP BEFORE ALSO. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950808
CLAMP ON TRANSMISSION HOSE FAILED, CAUSING TRANSMISSION FLUID TO BLOW ONTO ENGINE MANIFOLD, RESULTING IN FIRE. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950420
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT WARNING, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. *AK *TT *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030603
18% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing module and ignition.
FIRE12% of complaints: steering — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing pump and steering wheel/handle bar.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 90V162000 — check if this car was fixed
WATER LEAKING UNDER WINDSHIELD COWL IN AREA ABOVE HEATER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK RESULTS IN CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS.
Remedy: THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK WILL BE REPLACED, AND A MASTIC PATCH APPLIED TO SEAL THE COWL AGAINST WATER ENTRY. DAMAGED WIRE CONNECTORS WILL BE REPLACED.
Campaign 91V004000 — check if this car was fixed
FRONT OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT MAY BECOME DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND OR UNLATCH DUE TO A WEBBING STIFFENER ENTERING THE BUCKLE HOUSING AND DISLODGING THE BUCKLE LATCH GUIDE.
Remedy: REPLACE BUCKLE LATCH ENGAGEMENT.
Campaign 91V122000 — check if this car was fixed
THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM HIGH PRESSURE HOSE MAY LEAK OR DETACH AT ITS CRIMPED END FITTING RESULTING IN THE DISCHARGE OF HYDRAULIC FLUID.
Remedy: REPLACE THE ABS HIGH PRESSURE HOSE WITH A HOSE OF DIFFERENT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.
Campaign 91V191000 — check if this car was fixed
ABS BRAKING MALFUNCTION
THE ABS HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT CAN EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON SEAL WEAR CAUSING PUMP-MOTOR DETERIORATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE VEHICLE'S ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES IF NECESSARY. ALSO THE WARRANTY ON ALL ABS COMPONENTS WILL BE EXTENDED TO 10 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES (EXCEPT FOR THE BRAKE
Campaign 96V099000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Dodge Dynasty — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V162000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V004000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V122000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V191000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V099000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1991 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 1991 Dodge Dynasty?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge Dynasty have?
5 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.