MYRModel Year Report

1997 Dodge Stealth

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1997 Dodge Stealth
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:25:39.595Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few 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.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Stealth Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1991: 63 complaints 1991 1992: 92 complaints 1992 1993: 39 complaints 1993 1994: 28 complaints 1994 1995: 13 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaints 1997
1997: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
199163
199292
199339
199428
199513
19961
19971

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

FIRE
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WHEN DRIVING AT 45 MPH TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND THE FLUID LEAKED OUT OF THE VEHICLE.ALSO, THERE WAS A SHORT WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AND THE BATTERY HAD TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990922

POWER TRAIN

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.

FIRE
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WHEN DRIVING AT 45 MPH TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND THE FLUID LEAKED OUT OF THE VEHICLE.ALSO, THERE WAS A SHORT WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AND THE BATTERY HAD TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990922

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

WHEN DRIVING AT 45 MPH TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, AND THE FLUID LEAKED OUT OF THE VEHICLE.ALSO, THERE WAS A SHORT WITHIN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AND THE BATTERY HAD TO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990922

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Dodge Stealth — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 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 1997 Dodge Stealth?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Dodge Stealth 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.