1992 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.
30% of complaints: service brakes — 44 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURY23% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 34 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER STATED THAT THE FUEL INJECTION LEAKS GAS ON TO THE ENGINE WHICH CAUSED A FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20030107
CONSUMER STATED THAT THE FUEL INJECTION LEAKS GAS ON TO THE ENGINE WHICH CAUSED A FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20030107
CONSUMER STATED THAT THE FUEL INJECTION LEAKS GAS ON TO THE ENGINE WHICH CAUSED A FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20030107
19% of complaints: steering — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing pump and steering wheel/handle bar.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 DODGE DYNASTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING HAD BEEN EXTREMELY ROUGH WHEN ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE. THE GEARS WERE ALSO EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO CHANGE AT ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140423
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
17% of complaints: power train — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and shift pattern indicator.
10% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
IN ACCIDENT WAS REAR ENDED AT 60MPH THEN HIT 12:00 POSITION DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED WHILE DRIVING ON BLACK ICE, LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE ENDED UP UNDER AN 18 WHEELER, VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 19951106
AIR BAG DID NOT INFLATE COMPLETELY UPON DEPLOYMENT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950912
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
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
1992 Dodge Dynasty — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (44 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (34 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 92V015000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V099000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1992 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 1992 Dodge Dynasty?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Dynasty 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.