1992 Dodge Spirit: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 58 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (25% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Feb 1992
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I am retracting what I reported on my airbag light...it does come on and then go out but still...I dont know if its safe... Updated”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2019
“Left side windshield wiper arm or pivot suddenly came loose in heavy snow. The right side wiper continued to work but the left side only moved inches if at all. While trying to pull off I-79 I nearly hit another car due to snow covered left side windshield. Wiper arm is loose on pivot or pivot is loose. We've had the problem before, dodge was to order a replacement pivot when the car was in my mother's name. *la”Owner report · Visibility · Jan 2003
“While driving in city came to a complete stop. Making a left hand turn into a parking lot, hit the end of curb, and driver's airbag deployed. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2000
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“Fuel odors are getting into vehicle while driving, vehicle been to the dealer on two occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jan 2000
“Since I purchased my car, I had to have a lot of repairs, I just learn from a car dealer that dodge spirit 92 are recalled cars, I have had a lot of paint peeling since I bought my car, when I first bought it at had only one side of the car that was peeling, now its peeling very where, the day I drove off the lot with the car I noticed the odometer was not working and to this day it still do not work, so I dont know how fast I drive, when I drive I lose power right in the middle of traffic, this is scary and dangerous, it just cut off. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 1999
“The trunk seal leaks at the upper corners of the trunk. Water collected inside and trunk has rusted in certain areas. The jack and spare tire, which sat in the bottom of the trunk, were beyond repair. Also, several times the turn signals have failed. Usually have to stop and restart the car to get them to work. Electrical short of some kind?”Owner report · Electrical System · May 1999
“Smelled an odor of burning electrical wires inside of vehicle. When ignition switch is on, wires would glow bright orange. Taking vehicle to dealer to check wire harness. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Dec 1998
“When driving the vehicle the airbag indicator light stays on. A repair shop contacted, and stated they cannot touch the vehicle without authorization, dealer cannot duplicate the problem. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 1998
“Vehicle accelerated rapidly as throttle was stuck wide open. Hit 70 mph in a 45 mph zone. Stopped vehicle by turning ignition off.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Mar 1998
“Driver's side seat back broke. Owner notes that dealers stated a bolt broke. Owner is very concerned about the problem. *ak *slc”Owner report · Seats · Jul 1997
When filing, owners marked a crash in 4 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.
Remedy: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.
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Is the 1992 Dodge Spirit reliable?
NHTSA has 58 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1992 Dodge Spirit. The most complained-about area is power train (25% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1992 Dodge Spirit problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 64,420 miles or less.
Does the 1992 Dodge Spirit have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning steering: steering wheel/handle bar. 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.