The passenger seatbelt does not work. The seatbelt will not slide back and forth due to cable popping out. Please add VIN.
The worst 1992 Dodge Colt problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Seat belts7
- Engine2
- Electrical1
- Locks1
- Steering1
Problems by type
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- Seat belts7
- Engine2
- Electrical1
- Locks1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Recalls 2
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the door latch switch with a switch that utilizes reduced lubricating grease, improved contact surface, and a different rubber isolation boot.
Recall number 97V063002 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new replacement guide rail that incorporates a double lip dust seal and an anodic oxide coating.
Recall number 97V073002 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1992 Dodge Colt
Defect investigations
Automatic shoulder belt failure
The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails
EA96014
Auto shoulder belt failure
The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails
PE96007
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Dodge Colt 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1992 Dodge Colt fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4‑cyl | FWD | 24-27 | 29-33 | 26-29 |
What 1992 Dodge Colt owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Glass was scratching badly, and was getting worse. It was white in color. Not able to see out of windows. Not visible to drive.
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.
Automatic seat belt does not retract from the retracting mechasim , causing it to become inoperable. Please give any further details.
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.
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
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.
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Questions about the 1992 Dodge Colt
Is the 1992 Dodge Colt reliable?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the 1992 Dodge Colt, fewer than a typical Colt model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Dodge Colt?
Seat belts, with 7 complaints. Next is engine (2).
How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Colt have?
2 recalls, covering latches/locks/linkages and seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 1992 Dodge Colt seat belts?
Yes, 1 recall: 97V073002. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Dodge Colt get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Dodge Colt range from 26 to 29 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 24-27 city and 29-33 highway.
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