1992 Dodge Colt: problems, recalls and reliability

2 recalls and 14 owner complaints on record; most reports concern seat belts.

Data updated weekly · latest recall May 1997

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

No fire reports

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Common problems

Computed from 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 14 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Seat Belts7 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)2 complaints

Latches/Locks/Linkages (door locks, latches, hood release)1 complaint

Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)1 complaint

Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)1 complaint

Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)1 complaint

“Glass was scratching badly, and was getting worse. It was white in color. Not able to see out of windows. Not visible to drive. *ak”Owner report · Visibility · Dec 1999

“Recall # 97v073000; mitsubishi/driver's side guide rail/consumer started having trouble after having recall service. The motorized shoulder belt does not travel on the rail. Dealer wants to charge consumer to correct problem. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Feb 1999

“Driver's side seat belt would not release to be used. Belt will retract when door is unlocked. Belt is only triggered by door closing or opening. *ak sometimes the door has to be repeatedly opened and closed to get the belt to cross over chest. * yh”Owner report · Seat Belts · Oct 1998

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“Exhaust manifold is prone too wide/cracking, causing the exhaust to escape into the fresh air intake and then into the vehicle. When searching for replacement, difficult to find one without the same problem. *ak *ml”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 1998

“Automatic seat belts fasten tightly, pinning front passengers against the back of the seat, causing discomfort/immobility.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Aug 1996

“The drivers automatic restraint system does not always retract, therfore not restraining the occupant. Please describe. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Apr 1996

“Harmonic balancer bolt "backed" out - was advised it was manufacture defect but because it was out of warranty it would not be covered - was advised that if they had to cover every manufacture defect that was out of warranty that they would "go broke"- I had to replace the engine with a '93 engine (compatible w/ my '92) which had 30,000 miles on it, 35,000 miles after installing the engine, the harmonic balancer bolt "backed" out again, causing the engine to seize up. I will never buy a chrysler product again!!!!!”Owner report · Suspension · Sep 1994

“The passenger seatbelt does not work. The seatbelt will not slide back and forth due to cable popping out. Please add VIN.*jb”Owner report · Seat Belts

“Automatic seat belt does not retract from the retracting mechasim , causing it to become inoperable. Please give any further details. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts

Recalls - 2 campaigns

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH97V063002 · May 1997

EXCESS LUBRICATION CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER DOOR LATCH SWITCH COVER TO DEFORM, AND THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH TO MALFUNCTION, SO THAT THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE WOULD REMAIN AT THE A-PILLAR WHEN THE DOOR WAS CLOSED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH WITH A SWITCH THAT UTILIZES REDUCED LUBRICATING GREASE, IMPROVED CONTACT SURFACE, AND A DIFFERENT RUBBER ISOLATION BOOT.

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE97V073002 · May 1997

THE GUIDE RAIL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTAINS A COVERED CABLE AND ALSO AN ANGLED BELT GUIDE AT THE TOP END OF THE WEBBING. THE COMBINATION OF THESE FACTORS CAN LEAD, OVER TIME, TO THE CABLE'S MOVEMENT EXERTING ABRADING FORCE TO THE LOWER EDGES OF THE CABLE'S CHAMBER, SUFFICIENT TO CAUSE THE CABLE TO DROP OUT OF THE CHAMBER WITH THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE BECOMING STUCK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REPLACEMENT GUIDE RAIL THAT INCORPORATES A DOUBLE LIP DUST SEAL AND AN ANODIC OXIDE COATING.

How other years compare

199012 complaints · 1 recalls 199117 complaints · 1 recalls 1992 (this page)14 complaints · 2 recalls 1993107 complaints · 2 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1992 Dodge Colt reliable?

NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1992 Dodge Colt. The most complained-about area is seat belts.

Does the 1992 Dodge Colt have open recalls?

2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.