1992 Dodge Stealth
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 |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 92 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
54% of complaints: power train — 50 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).
DEATHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE IN MOTIONTRANSFER CASE LOCKED UP CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL. FIVE MONTHS PRIOR TRANSFER CASE WAS LEAKING. *JG *JB *NLM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030109
CHRYSLER TOLD ME TO TAKE MY CAR TO STEVE LANDERS CHRYSLER IN LITTLE ROCK, AR AND AFTER MULTIPLE FRUSTRATING CALLS WITH THEM AND CHRYSLER THEY A MONTH LATER TOLD ME THEY WEREN'T FIXING MY CAR BECAUSE THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PARTS WHEN THEY TOLD ME...
NHTSA ODI report, 20150815
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 DODGE STEALTH. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN. UPON ACCELERATION; THE CONTACT STOPPED AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150604
26% of complaints: seat belts — 24 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and rear/other.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT CAME UNDONE WHEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960620
11% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sensor/control module and frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
TAKATA INFLATORS,TRANSMISSION,MAX SPEED APROX TO DRIVE 5MPH, WILL NOT GO FASTER
NHTSA ODI report, 20160122
10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
DEATH5% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
GLASS SUNROOF SHATTERING
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.
Campaign 96V143003 — check if this car was fixed
TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP
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 TRANSFE
Campaign 02V143002 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Dodge Stealth — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (50 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 96V143003 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V143002 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1992 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 1992 Dodge Stealth?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Stealth 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.