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1984-1993 · 10 model years

Dodge Daytona Problems by year

Owners have filed 114 complaints about the Dodge Daytona across 10 model years, and it has 15 recalls. The 1989 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (35). The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling, followed by the body, doors & structure.

Most complaints for its age198935 complaints · 3 recallsSee the 1989
Complaints
114
Recalls
15
Crashes
18
Fires
16
Injuries
20
Deaths
5

Daytona complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
199319112Seats & seat beltsD
199219221Body, doors & structureF
199114420Seats & seat beltsD
199027343Engine & coolingF
1989353910Engine & coolingF
19880100-A
19870200-A
19860300-A
19850400-B
19840200-A

Most common Daytona problems

Dodge Daytona recalls 15

Latest Daytona complaints

1992 Dodge DaytonaSteeringEquipment & accessories

Power steering on 1992 dodge 230 xplorer m.H. Van. Had van taken to hemet chrysler in hemet calif. And "they" determined that the steering gear box needed replacement. The service manager and service writer adamantly state there is absolutely nothing wrong with the vehicle after they stated they replaced the box....Yet....The steering is exactly the same as when I had the vehicle taken to them. I have since researched several sites with much information that chrysler has known for years that dodge cars (did...

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not mention my van) have had steering problems and those problems have caused many accidents and some deaths. The wandering and looseness and very slow to return continues plus an added problem noted when they returned the van, a screaming of the steering wheel. Checked the fluid and found it continuously leaks from day one of the vehicle returned to me. The vehicle was at their shop four times total. This dealership has adamantly refused to acknowledge the steering problem and denies the destruction of the roof assembly. I would like to know if your agency has any reports such as mine concerning the dodge steering problems and in particular the dealership of hemet chrysler in hemet california. I am seeking clear information relative to the steering of all chrysler/dodge products with emphasis on the vans used for motor homes in and since 1992, thank you. *Tr

Filed Incident Steering · EquipmentNHTSA 10215248
1992 Dodge DaytonaSeats & seat belts

I had just pulled the front drivers seat back forward to permit my 10 year old son to get in the back seat. I put the seat back in the rear position, got in and sat down. The seat collapsed backward onto my son. He was not injured but badly frightened.. I have a bad lower back problem and had my rearward fall not been cushioned by my son"s body I probably would have had a back injury. I travel an interstate to go home from my father's house in albuquerque and I shudder to think what would have happened 5...

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minutes later. The outboard seat bolt had sheared off. The car , of course, was undriveable in that condition. My father was able to find a substitute bolt, installed it and I was able to go home. I intend to go to the dealer and get an original bolt. The screw holding the seat trim/seat release cover also sheared and I cannot put it back together so I can properly use my seat release handle. I have the sheared bolt pieces. *Nm

Filed Incident SeatsNHTSA 10170836
1992 Dodge DaytonaSeats & seat belts

I was accelerating from a traffic light and the back of the drivers seat fell into the back seat. Luckily I had some diet pepsi on the floor and on the back seat because it was the only thing that stopped me from falling all the way back and possibly losing control of the vehicle. One of the two bolts holding the seat back to the recliner piece failed. I ordered a replacement bolt from dodge. I have the old bolt. *Nm

Filed Incident SeatsNHTSA 10132985
1992 Dodge DaytonaSuspension

Consumer experienced problems with the 1992 dodge daytona shaking while driving on the highway. Consumer also is requesting a reimbursement for repairs done to the frame rail to the floor pan welds.*Mr *nm

Filed SuspensionNHTSA 10124764
1989 Dodge DaytonaWheels & tires

While driving tire equipment separated from vehicle.*Mr while driving the tire came off the vehicle. As a result the vehicle sustained damage to the front quarter panel. *Ph *nlm

Filed Incident WheelsNHTSA 10046556
1989 Dodge DaytonaSteeringCrash3 deaths

The consumer's son was in an accident, and subsequently died along with two others, which was possibly due to a steering mechanism defect. The consumer requested information pertaining to the safety record of chrysler dodge daytona, specifically for the steering mechanism not operating properly or locking up while the vehicle was in motion. Scc *jb

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 10009872

Questions about the Dodge Daytona

Which Dodge Daytona years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1989 (35), 1990 (27), 1992 (19). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1989 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Dodge Daytona years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1988, 1984, 1987 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Daytona years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Dodge Daytona problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the engine & cooling (21), body, doors & structure (16), airbags (13) most often.

How many recalls does the Dodge Daytona have?

NHTSA lists 15 recalls across all Dodge Daytona model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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