- 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
1996 Dodge Stealth Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1996 Dodge Stealth have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2002 for the transfer case (4-wheel drive).
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Stealth year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1996 Dodge Stealth recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 1996 Dodge Stealth yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Dodge Stealth: every year compared
All Stealth years1996 Dodge Stealth vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1,402 | 18 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1,167 | 11 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Neon | 621 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 515 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 199 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 167 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Dodge Truck | 35 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge B Series | 6 | 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 1996 Dodge Stealth
Does the 1996 Dodge Stealth have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1996 Dodge Stealth: transfer case (4-wheel drive) (May 2002). 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 1996 Dodge Stealth had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1996 Dodge Stealth a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 74 out of 100 (grade B: fewer 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 1996 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