- The problem
- Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
- The risk
- The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Vehicle safety record
1989 Dodge Aries Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 1989 Dodge Aries with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (3) and the acceleration & cruise control (2). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in April 2008 for the suspension. For comparison, the 1988 has 11.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Aries year, for its age
#95 most complained-about 1989 vehicle
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1989 Dodge Aries problems
Share of all 10 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1989 Dodge Aries recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
- The risk
- The leakage of oil in the engine compartment could causea fire.
- The fix
- Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.
What owners say
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10 complaints about the 1989 Dodge Aries
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer replaced defective brake pads and rotors(car quest brand) in 1999, on june 25, 2000 consumer replaced both parts again due to grinding and damaged components, consumer feels the installed parts were defective resulting in failure the following year. *Mjs
AIR CONDITIONER FAILED. MJS
The paint seems to be defective is is peeling off the vehicle. *Ak
Driver's side push button release is inoperative, seat belt buckle won't detach, also, passenger's side buckle plastic cover has fallen off. *Ak consumer was stuck in the driver side seat belt, it would not detach, consumer had to wiggle out of it, consumer states belts do not retract when not in use. *Slc
BRAKES FAILED 2 TIMES. *SD
Engine races for no reason without foot being on accelerator. Please descibe. Tt
Driver's side seat belt buckle failure, unable to unlatch seat belt buckle. Tt consumer states problems has been solved dealer will replaced the warranty is 1 year or 12,000 miles.*Jb
Headlight dimmer switch caught on fire when attempting to adjust brightness. *Skd
Driver/passenger side seatbelts will not properly retract for occupant restraint while driving vehicle. Please describe details. Tt
Vehicle periodically goes at a constant speed of 30-40mph surging, failing to stop when brakes are applied. Repaired 3 times. Tt
Dodge Aries: every year compared
All Aries years1989 Dodge Aries vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Dodge Aries | 10 | 2 | C | |
| 1989 Dodge Caravan | 194 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge Dakota | 64 | 3 | A | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 35 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 33 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge D250 | 9 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge B250 | 4 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge D Series(light) | 4 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge B350 | 3 | 0 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1989 Dodge Aries
Does the 1989 Dodge Aries have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1989 Dodge Aries: suspension (April 2008); engine (December 1989). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Dodge Aries?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (3), acceleration & cruise control (2), brakes (2).
How many complaints has the 1989 Dodge Aries had?
10 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 23, 1995 and the latest on December 14, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1989 Dodge Aries a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 41 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dodge Aries year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Aries years have the most complaints?
1988 (11), 1989 (10), 1987 (9). See every Dodge Aries year compared.
What should I do if my 1989 Dodge Aries has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data