1993 Dodge Spirit
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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 |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 63 |
| 1991 | 95 |
| 1992 | 58 |
| 1993 | 81 |
| 1994 | 87 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
9% of complaints: suspension — 7 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE9% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
FIRE7% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AFTER A REALLY BAD IMPACT. ALSO, SEAT BELT BUCKLES DID NOT LOCK PROPERLY.DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020918
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
SAFETY BLT LATCH OPERATION
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 Dodge Spirit — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1993 Dodge Spirit reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 Dodge Spirit is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Dodge Spirit?
The most-reported component is suspension:rear, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Dodge Spirit have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.