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1992 Dodge Dynasty problems

The most common problem on the 1992 Dodge Dynasty is brakes. It has 2.6 times the complaints of a typical Dynasty model year.

Typical year2.6x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
144
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
36
Worst area
Brakes
Fuel economy
19-22mpg

The worst 1992 Dodge Dynasty problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Dodge Dynasty

ABS 26Brake failure 10Power steering loss 8No deployment 7Fuel leak 7Fire or smoke 5

Recalls 2

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported June 13, 1996 · 321,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Risk
If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.

Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported February 14, 1992 · 20,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.
Risk
Fractures of the upper steering column shaft couplingbolt result in a lack of coupling load on the shaft and loss of steeringcontrol.
Remedy
Replace the zinc plated bolt with a phosphate plated bolt.

Recall number 92V015000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Abs braking malfunctionOpened May 26, 1995, closed June 24, 1996

There is no summary currently available

EA95016

Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Dodge Dynasty 36

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 36 bulletins for the 1992 Dodge Dynasty

1992 Dodge Dynasty fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.5L 4‑cylFWD192622
3.0L 6‑cylFWD182420
3.3L 6‑cylFWD172319

What 1992 Dodge Dynasty owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 23, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 dodge dynasty. The contact stated that the steering had been extremely rough when attempting to operate the vehicle. The gears were also extremely difficult to change at on multiple occasions. The vehicle also slipped out of gear on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not inspected, diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was not available.

Filed Aug 15, 2011 · Electrical · 107,507 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 dodge dynasty. While driving approximately 20 MPH the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after it stalled. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing nor was it repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 107,507.

Filed Sep 29, 2009 · Electrical, Engine · 165,000 miles · TN

Serpentine belt comes off when splashed by water on road, causing failure of power steering, alternator and water pump. This failure was routine whenever the vehicle was driven through pooled water exceeding 1/2 inch. The upper alternator bracket was found to have suffered fatigue cracks and the alternator mounting bolt was not held rigid. Splashed water causes the belt to slip-catch thus displacing the position of the alternator pulley, and the belt is thrown off the pulleys. This was the last of many incidents (approximately 10 other times) where the belt was thrown driving on wet roads. (the original equipment splash shield is in place.) the loss of power steering in a turn is considered to be an extreme hazard (occurred six times.) the engine is the 3.3 liter v6 which was used extensively in many chrysler vehicles in this era, and aging may affect many others. (if an owner complains of repetitive instances of throwing the serpentine belt during wet weather, check the upper alternator bracket mounting bolt location for breaks or cracks.) the bracket was removed, a piece of steel was worked to replace the broken area of the bracket and mig welded into the bracket.

Filed Oct 6, 2008 · Brakes · 100,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 dodge dynasty. While driving 30 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, the brakes failed. The contact stated that the antilock brakes locked, which prevented the vehicle from moving. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was repaired in 1999 according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The contact stated that there was a lifetime warranty on this recall; however, the dealer does not want to repair the vehicle again for free. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Aug 4, 2006 · Fuel system · OR

The most recent failure was when I was driving up a very curvy road (hwy 101) in oregon. The temperature was not overly warm, the car had only been driven 20 miles or so that morning. I was using the air conditioner off and on so as not to have the windows open. We reached the crest and when starting down, the engine died when the gas pedal was released and brakes applied, and the power steering stopped. I managed to break to the side of the road and was towed to town. The next morning when the mechanic's opened, they started the car and it didn't fail after 20 miles of driving the same terrain, and we returned home (90 miles or so) without a problem. This has happened on several previous occasions, intermittently, months may go by, then without warning, usually when removing my foot from the gas, the car loses power and dies. It has always started up again immediately except for the latest incident. The former owner of this car said this also happened to him. He seems to think adding a fuel cleaner to the gas helps prevent occurrences. Mechanics say it's impossible to find the cause if it's running. Needless to say, I'll be looking for a newer vehicle.

Filed May 6, 2005 · Steering · 120,920 miles · CA

Steering: wheel and handle bar: was driving to school when the steering wheel sheered of steering column. Was not able to steer car luckly I was not on a major street or freeway. Spent about $100 at e&j to get used steering column and $200 to get repaired by aamco. This failure is not reported as a recall by chrystler.

Filed Aug 30, 2004 · Transmission · 64,000 miles · PA

Transmission will not shift, all the gears were defective. Vehicle could be used only in second gear.

Filed Jan 23, 2004 · Fuel system · 184,312 miles · ID

After normal servicing on the fuel rail on my 1992 dodge dynasty 3.3lv6, the non-replaceable seals in the crossover tube at the end of the fuel rail began leaking. This is the same leak fixed in recall campaign 00v268000 for the dodge caravan 3.3l v6, however my local dealership could not provide me with the seals that are used to repair this leak. Through much investigation on the internet, I have found many instances of other owners of dodge/chrysler vehicles with the same 3.3l/3.8l v6 engines that are experiencing this same issue, and feel that this recall should be expanded to cover all makes and models shipped with this engine and fuel-rail combination.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Transmission · OK

I got this from a used car lot and it had a bad oil leak I told him needed to be fixed and asked if I could wait on the payment and told him I had already talked to the person that had it about 2 weeks before I got it she had for about 2 weeks and I will have it a month I am trying to find out if there is anything I can do it has a rod out and it is just getting worse I now will not drive it I don't trust it and I will have it 30 days the 30th. The other lady that had it said she told him too so he knew it was like that. Please help and tell me if I have any rights. Sherri

Filed Sep 12, 2003 · Electrical · OH · fire · 1 injury

The steering column caught on fire melting some wiring and burning the consumer's knee. Dealer notified. Please provide further information.

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Questions about the 1992 Dodge Dynasty

Is the 1992 Dodge Dynasty reliable?

Owners have filed 144 complaints about the 1992 Dodge Dynasty, 2.6 times a typical Dynasty model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 Dodge Dynasty?

Brakes, with 39 complaints. Next is engine (30).

How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Dynasty have?

2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and steering.

Was there a recall on the 1992 Dodge Dynasty brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 96V099000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Dynasty have bad brakes?

The Dodge Dynasty model years with the most brakes complaints are 1992 (39 complaints), 1993 (27 complaints) and 1990 (19 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1992 Dodge Dynasty get?

Official estimates for the 1992 Dodge Dynasty range from 19 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 26 highway.

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