MYRModel Year Report

1991 Dodge Stealth

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1991 Dodge Stealth
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:59:09.175Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
63
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

62% of complaints

Complaints per year

1991: 63 complaints 1991 63 1992: 92 complaints 1992 1993: 40 complaints 1993 1994: 28 complaints 1994 1995: 13 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997
1991: 63 complaints 1991 63 1992: 92 complaints 1992 1993: 40 complaints 1993 1994: 28 complaints 1994 1995: 13 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997
1991: 63 complaints 1991 63 1992: 92 complaints 1992 1993: 40 complaints 1993 1994: 28 complaints 1994 1995: 13 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997

1991: 63 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199163
199292
199340
199428
199513
19961
19971

Known problem areas

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

Power train

62% · 39 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle was taken to the dealer on 4/19/2003 for recall# 02V143002 subject: transfer case leakage. A week after, the rear wheels locked up and noise was heard coming from the transfer case.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-25

The transmission was replaced due to the defective transfer case. Scc

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-01

While traveling on highway and without prior warning vehicle was leaking transmission coolant from underneath th vehicle. Dealership was aware of problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-18

Seat belts

21% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Rear right seatbelt does not lock. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-25

Service brakes

8% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Engine and engine cooling

6% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and belts and associated pulleys.

Air bags

5% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

Show complaint excerpts

SRS air bag light stays on in for repair reset air sensors, problem still occur. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-24

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1992-01-23Engineering analysisClosed 1993-03-26 Transfer case lockup
  2. R
    1993-09-28Power train93V033001 A condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all wheel drive transfer case. Low oil levels in the transfer case can cause bearing damage and failure.

    Remedy: Install a c-ring to transfer case to prevent oil leakage, or replace transfer case to maintain sufficient oil levels in the transfer case.

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  3. R
    1995-12-13Seat belts95V103003 The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "Press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to…

    Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles…

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  4. R
    1996-10-21Service brakes, hydraulic96V143003 Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.

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  5. R
    2002-12-02Power train02V143002 On certain passenger vehicles built by Mitsubishi motor corporation for daimlerchrysler, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage. Vehicles that have no oil leakage will have the transfer case oil changed. Vehicles that have oil leakage will have the…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Dodge Stealth — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 39 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V033001 · Power train
  • Recall 95V103003 · Seat belts
  • Recall 96V143003 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 02V143002 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1991 Dodge Stealth 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 Stealth?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge Stealth have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.