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1992 Dodge Stealth problems

The most common problem on the 1992 Dodge Stealth is transmission and drivetrain, typically around 114,000 miles. It has 3.3 times the complaints of a typical Stealth model year.

Typical year3.3x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
92
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
7
Worst area
Transmission
Fuel economy
18-19mpg

The worst 1992 Dodge Stealth 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 Stealth

Seat belt 8Airbag light 5Transmission failure 5

Recalls 2

Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)Reported May 14, 2002 · 9,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
Low oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 02V143002 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported October 8, 1996 · 23,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking effectiveness increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.

Recall number 96V143003 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Transfer case lockupOpened January 31, 2002, closed June 3, 2002

There is no summary currently available

PE02013

Glass sunroof shatteringOpened January 17, 1996, closed May 31, 1996

1992 - 96 dodge stealth and mitsubishi 300 gt

PE96004

Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Dodge Stealth 7

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

See all 7 bulletins for the 1992 Dodge Stealth

1992 Dodge Stealth fuel economy

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

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
3.0L 6‑cylFWD16-172218-19
3.0L 6‑cyl4WD162218

What 1992 Dodge Stealth owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 21, 2017 · Transmission · 112,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 dodge stealth. The contact observed an oil leak on the ground, which LED to oil leaking from the transfer case without warning. The contact notified the local dealer (georgia chrysler dodge jeep located at 12114 us-301, statesboro, ga, 30458) where an appointment was scheduled for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the recall was over ten years old and that they could not assist. No further assistance was offered. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v143002 (power train); however, the vehicle had not experienced the failure during the diagnostic testing. As a result, the VIN was removed from the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

Filed Mar 31, 2017 · Transmission · 121,780 miles · MT

Reoccurring issue with t-case. T-case has seized up

Filed Jan 26, 2017 · Engine, Transmission · 121,780 miles · MT

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 dodge stealth. The contact stated that the transfer case leaked oil and damaged the transmission without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the dealer would be contacted and the contact would be called back. The contact stated that no one called him back. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 121,780....updated 03/15/17

Filed Jan 22, 2016 · Airbags, Electrical · MI

Takata inflators,transmission,max speed aprox to drive 5mph, will not go faster

Filed Aug 15, 2015 · Transmission · 187,000 miles · AR

Chrysler told me to take my car to steve landers chrysler in little rock, ar and after multiple frustrating calls with them and chrysler they a month later told me they weren't fixing my car because they couldn't find the parts when they told me where to find the parts. It's a safety recall that doesn't expire but they refuse to fix it.

Filed Jun 4, 2015 · Transmission · 127,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 dodge stealth. While driving 65 MPH, the contact stated that the vehicle slowed down. Upon acceleration; the contact stopped and had the vehicle towed to a dealer. It was diagnosed that the rear drive power train failed and the rear. Drive transfer case needed to be replaced. Its was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 127,000.

Filed May 5, 2011 · Engine · 89,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 dodge stealth. The contact stated that the capacitor was leaking acid onto the main computer board. As a result, the vehicle would sporadically stall without warning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance to the contact. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 89,000.

Filed Mar 24, 2008 · Electrical · 145,000 miles · WV

I was driving down the road 1 day and my car just stopped running.

Filed Jan 9, 2008 · Transmission · 128,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 dodge stealth. The transfer case failed while driving approximately 55mph. The contact was able to avoid a crash. The contact maintained control of the vehicle and shut the engine off. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the transfer case was replaced at the owners expense. The manufacturer was notified since the failure is directly related to the federal safety agency campaign id number is :02v143002. The total cost to repair the vehicle was $1,709.01. The failure mileage was 128,000 and the current mileage was 130,001. Updated 02/15/08.

Filed Jan 9, 2008 · Seat belts · MA

Seatbelts will not retract in my car. Stay loose all the time. Have to push them back in to retract.

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Questions about the 1992 Dodge Stealth

Is the 1992 Dodge Stealth reliable?

Owners have filed 92 complaints about the 1992 Dodge Stealth, 3.3 times a typical Stealth model year.

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

Transmission and drivetrain, with 49 complaints, typically around 114,000 miles. Next is seat belts (22).

How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Stealth have?

2 recalls, covering power train and service brakes, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 1992 Dodge Stealth get?

Official estimates for the 1992 Dodge Stealth range from 18 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 16-17 city and 22 highway.

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