- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles built by mitsubishi motor corporation for daimlerchrysler, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.
- The risk
- Low oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage. Vehicles that have no oil leakage will have the transfer case oil changed. Vehicles that have oil leakage will have the transfer case resealed or replaced if necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin december 2, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Vehicle safety record
1991 Dodge Stealth Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1991 Dodge Stealth have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 2002 for the transfer case (4-wheel drive).
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Stealth year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1991 Dodge Stealth recalls 4
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
- Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
- The risk
- Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking effectiveness increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.
- The problem
- The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.
- The risk
- The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. The latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. If either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. The manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken.
- The problem
- A condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all wheel drive transfer case. Low oil levels in the transfer case can cause bearing damage and failure.
- The risk
- Bearing failure in the transfer case results inpower train lockup without prior warning, while the vehicle is at highway speed.This could cause in a loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- The fix
- Install a c-ring to transfer case to prevent oil leakage, or replace transfer case to maintain sufficient oil levels in the transfer case.
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| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 Dodge Stealth | 0 | 4 | D | |
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Questions about the 1991 Dodge Stealth
Does the 1991 Dodge Stealth have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1991 Dodge Stealth: transfer case (4-wheel drive) (May 2002); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (October 1996); buckle assembly (May 1995); driveline (April 1993). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1991 Dodge Stealth had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1991 Dodge Stealth a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Dodge Stealth 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.
What should I do if my 1991 Dodge Stealth 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