- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a new replacement guide rail that incorporates a double lip dust seal and an anodic oxide coating.
Vehicle safety record
1992 Dodge Colt Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 1992 Dodge Colt with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (7) and the engine & cooling (3). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 1997 for the anchorage. For comparison, the 1991 has 22 and the 1993 has 113.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Colt year, for its age
#126 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Dodge Colt problems
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1992 Dodge Colt 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
- 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.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the door latch switch with a switch that utilizes reduced lubricating grease, improved contact surface, and a different rubber isolation boot.
What owners say
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15 complaints about the 1992 Dodge Colt
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The passenger seatbelt does not work. The seatbelt will not slide back and forth due to cable popping out. Please add vin.*Jb
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
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!!!!!
The hood of the car flew open while driving in traffic. *Ak
Automatic seat belt does not retract from the retracting mechasim , causing it to become inoperable. Please give any further details. *Ak
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
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
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
VEHICLE STOPPED SUDDENLY WITH NO ENGINE POWER.
Automatic seat belts fasten tightly, pinning front passengers against the back of the seat, causing discomfort/immobility.
The passenger's side shoulder belt somtimes tightens up when in use . Please describe .
Motorbelt fails to release when ignition key is turned to off position. *Dh
The drivers automatic restraint system does not always retract, therfore not restraining the occupant. Please describe. *Ak
Manual tranmission failure, has been replaced on two ocassions, there is stripped gear causing failure. Tt
Toxic fumes within vehicle came from the brakes which were made of lead/aluminum. *Ak
Dodge Colt: every year compared
All Colt years1992 Dodge Colt vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Dodge Colt | 15 | 2 | D | |
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 929 | 11 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 256 | 8 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Dakota | 221 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Dynasty | 145 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Daytona | 19 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Dodge Truck | 15 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge B250 | 11 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge D Series(light) | 5 | 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 1992 Dodge Colt
Does the 1992 Dodge Colt have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1992 Dodge Colt: anchorage (May 1997); latch (May 1997). 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 1992 Dodge Colt?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (7), engine & cooling (3), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 1992 Dodge Colt had?
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 10, 1994 and the latest on May 23, 2002. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Dodge Colt a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 38 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Dodge Colt 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 Colt years have the most complaints?
1993 (113), 1989 (33), 1987 (28). See every Dodge Colt year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Dodge Colt 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