Manufacturers diagrams show the thermal flasher located with the fuses on the lower driver's side of the dashboard. It is not there. I have emailed dodge requesting information on where it is placed. They suggested I purchase a service manual for the car. What good would that do if the diagrams are wrong to begin with? I called dodge customer service @ 800‑992‑1997 a representative said there were no diagrams that would show the parts location. He said the part is located behind the dash. I have checked behind the dash and could not find it. My turnsignals do not work except in cold weather and only while the engine is cold.
The worst 1990 Dodge Daytona problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Engine5
- Transmission4
- Electrical3
- Airbags2
- Body2
Problems by type
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- Engine5
- Transmission4
- Electrical3
- Airbags2
- Body2
- Seat belts2
- Seats2
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Lights1
- Locks1
- Steering1
- Tires1
Recalls 2
Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
- What is wrong
- Air bag inflator modules may not contain diffuser holes between the ignitor and propellant chambers.
- Risk
- Air bags would not deploy in an impact situation, which could lead to driver injury.
- Remedy
- Replace air bag inflator modules with properly machined modules.
Recall number 90V080000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
- Risk
- The leakage of oil in the engine compartment could causea fire.
- Remedy
- Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.
Recall number 89V237000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1990 Dodge Daytona
Defect investigations
Hood latch failure
There is no summary currently available
PE93068
Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Dodge Daytona 35
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation
- Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty
- Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- Subject regarding child seat tether anchors
- Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles
- Subject on the child seat tether anchors
- This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket
What 1990 Dodge Daytona owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When starting vehicle consumer noticed smoke coming from ignition and vehicle suddenly caught on fire in engine compartment. Cause of the fire has yet to be determined. Please provide any further details.
Consumer had just gotten into vehicle and started it up and front end of vehicle caught on fire. Before fire department could get there t vehicle was totaled. Consumer will contact manufacturer to see if recall 89v237000/ manufacturer's recall 467 would apply to this vehicle.
My girlfriend was involved in an accident, she rear ended another automobile.she states the brakes failed.on impact airbag did deploy.my concern is the failing of the brakes and her getting hurt, I noticed many same complaints on your site. Maybe not all alike but simular.I also notice many other complaints with the daytona as I had with mine and tolerated.tachometer not working, surges and runs rough, then slowing to almost a stop.fuel injection problems, hydraulic rod problems on hatch.
This transmission was a defective and was replaced at 14,000 miles. The replacement transmission was replaced at 90,000 miles at my coast (1400.00 dollars) this was the same trans.(the 41t) that chryslar has been having trouble with. Now the trans. That the trans shop put in is failing at 117,00 miles. I know thet im not the only one to have troubles. I would like to have some kind of restatution for chrylersers inablilaty to address the problum and repair it right.
No summary listed for abov evehicle.
Consumer placed car in reverse and car accelrated out of control resulting in an accident.
Leak in valve cover gasket. Qcaw
Vapor locking.
Vehicle stalls without warning. Will restart with difficulty.
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Questions about the 1990 Dodge Daytona
Is the 1990 Dodge Daytona reliable?
Owners have filed 26 complaints about the 1990 Dodge Daytona, 1.5 times a typical Daytona model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Dodge Daytona?
Engine and cooling, with 5 complaints. Next is transmission (4).
How many recalls does the 1990 Dodge Daytona have?
2 recalls, covering air bags and engine and engine cooling.
Was there a recall on the 1990 Dodge Daytona engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 89V237000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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