1995 Dodge Spirit: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 38 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (21% of complaints).
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0
recalls
38
owner complaints
3
fire reports
54,041
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Among the quietest Spirit years (#6 of 6 by complaints, age-adjusted)No recall campaignsWeak spot: power train (21%)3 fire reports
Common problems
Computed from 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)21% · 8 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)13% · 5 complaints
Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)11% · 4 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)11% · 4 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)11% · 4 complaints
Seat Belts5% · 2 complaints
“I have a 1995 dodge spirit. About 2 weeks ago there started to be a shake on the front end. Took it to my mechanic and he said its something with the axle. I talked to a friend tonight who has a 1995 acclaim, which is basically the same vehicle just a different name put on the back.. He had that same promblem a year ago.. Talked to another friend who has a 1995 dodge spirit. He had the same problem 6 months ago. Talked to someone who had a 1994 dodge spirit .. She never has had a problem with it.. Im thinking that it has to be a defect in the front axle of the car.”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2005
“1995 dodge spirit has a defective trailing arm assembly.***no answer required***. *mr the trailing arm was welded. The weld did not hold long and broke causing a loud pop when making right turns. The consumer believes the vehicle should be recalled for this problem since the problem is a common defect. *nm”Owner report · Suspension · Nov 2003
“1995 dodge spirit developed a crack in the inner torsion bar.***no answer required***. *mr the consumer had the rear end of the vehicle welded, but it did not hold for long and now the vehicle makes a loud noise when making right turns. The consumer believed this defect should be recalled. *jb”Owner report · Suspension · Nov 2003
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“Consumer stated that the torque tube cracks inside of weld on left hand side of vehicle which weakens the trailing arm. Dealer contacted. Nlm *tt”Owner report · Suspension · Dec 2001
“Consumer stated the torque tube cracks inside of weld on left hand side of vehicle which weakens the trailing arm. Dealer contacted. Nlm *tt”Owner report · Suspension · Sep 2001
“When going over a pot hole or a bump there was a rattling noise in left rear side of vehicle. Took vehicle to a mechanic, and he said it was rear crossmember. *ak”Owner report · Structure · Mar 2001
“My cars air bag light continued to stay on and caught fire to my ignition switch. I was out over $600 for repairs. I know you have recalled some 1995 dodge cars and want to know if mine has the same parts on the air bag? Pls advise via e-mail. Thanks. Joanne ramirez. *ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2000
“This car was a lemon...dealer failed to repair and then sold this to another person...I received two parking tickets on this car which I have not had in my possession since july and the resgistation is still in my name the car had many defects and dealer refused to refund full amount paid in cash...I was double teamed and emotional stressed by the tactics that the salemen used....I know the car was resold and it was a lemon ...is there any way to stop this kind of treatment to consumers. No safety defect mentioned in summary. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2000
“While traveling 20mph and crossing railroad tracks, and without prior warning, driver's side airbag deployed. Dealership was aware of problem.*ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2000
“When driving 70mph radiator would overheat & would melt the overflow tank. The spout would then melt close & no pressure would release. Engine would then blow out, causing the vehicle to be inoperable. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 1999
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 1995 Dodge Spirit reliable?
NHTSA has 38 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 1995 Dodge Spirit. The most complained-about area is power train (21% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1995 Dodge Spirit problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 54,041 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.