Had goeke dodge in noblesvil, in do the recall 02v143002 when I first brought it in with a leak they took three hours and came back and told me it would be ten hours labor but they would charge me eight. I then asked about recall b17 for nthe leaking tranfer case on 91-96 tt stealths, they siad what recall. Went awy for another 1/2 hr and came back and asked if I wanted a new transfer case. I said sure if they can. They ended up keeping my car for 7 days, they ordered the wrong transfer case. After I picked it up I parked on a clean piece of cardboard. The next day it was full of oil. I went back they kept the car 4 more days and then refused to check the leak because I wouldn't pay if it was the tranny. I told them I checked the fluid level in the xfer and it was almost empty, twice. So now I have a car I can't drive, don't want to have it lock up and cause an accident, and they wont fix it.
1992 Dodge Stealth transmission complaints
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Consumer stated dealer refused to honor recall 02v143002 concerning transfer case failure. Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problem. Consumer was concerned that transfer case will lock up without warning.
When driving at any speed the driver would have problems shifting the gears. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the owner that the transfer case had failed.
Safety recall b17- dodge stealth transfer case. *mr the dealer claimed they found no leaks from the transfer case and failed to perform the transfer case oil change that was stated in the recall. The transfer case ended up failing while being driven on the highway. The transfer case had no oil in it when it failed. Recall#02v143002 *sc
Dodge stealth (1992 rt awd model) transmission failed on highway. Failure mode was loss of power. Car was driven off road safely, but posed a potential safety hazard due to lack of power. *ak there is a recall against the getrag transfer case (possible bearing seizure due to defective seal and subsequent loss of lubricant). Based on initial research (web, dealer and transmission repair shop statements), it appears the getrag transmission in the stealth and mitsubishi 3000gt models are not properly designed for the application. This car has had exquisite care and is driven in a responsible manner. I believe the transmission design/construction is fundamentally defective and should be considered for a recall. Daimler-chrysler and mitsubishi do not admit to a design defect with the part. Furthermore, they and getrag have created a lucrative business on this part since replacement parts are not offered; requiring replacement of the entire transmission assembly.
18 spline transmission output shaft in my 1992 twin turbo dodge stealth broke twice. First time was june 2002 and the car had approx. 91000 miles. Second time was july 2003 and the car had approx. 114000 miles.
18 spline output shaft on a 92 dodge stealth awd breaking.
Failure of transfer case on 1992 dodge stealth.*mr the vehicle's transfer case leak fluid prior to recall notice 02v‑143-002. The consumers claim was denied because the requirements of the recall were not met.
The recall was on the leaking transfer case. The dealer gave the consumer the run around about repairing a vehicle under the recall. Six week have passed since the dealer was contacted and the consumer had the problem repaired at another dealer.
1992 dodge stealth r/t twin turbo.*mr the consumers vehicle was listed under a recall issued for 1991-1996 model year dodge stealths. The problem was that oil leaked from the transfer case. The consumers was disappointed about how long it took the dealership to fix the problem. Which caused the consumer to spend money on a rental car because the dealership did not repair the vehicle in a timely matter as stated. *cb
Vehicle experienced a catastrophic 4-wheel lockup at 70mph on the interstate 5 freeway. Because all four wheels locked up, and de-clutching the vehicle did not alleviate the condition, I believe the awd transfer case failed. This failure at highway speeds could have caused a multiple car accident, but luckily, in my case, did not. However, the amount of vehicle damage to the drivetrain is currently unknown, but it is presumably substantial...
While driving, the wheels locked and damaged the transmission. There was a recall (# 02v143002) on the vehicle which involved the transfer case leaking which could cause the wheels to lock.
The vehicle's axle shaft broke, without warning.
The axle sheered off which caused the to separate from the vehicle.
While in motiontransfer case locked up causing loss of control. Five months prior transfer case was leaking. *jg *jb *nlm.
The consumer states that the transfer case is leaking, and has to check it daily to prevent lock up. The vehicle feels as if it is locking up-all 4 wheels.
Transfer case on the vehicle is leaking fluid while driving. Contacted dealer, the vehicle felt like the transfer case started locking up all 4 wheels while accelerating. *mr
When putting vehicle in gear there's a hard clunk sound. Consumer feels transfer case is defective. Please provide any further information.
The transfer case on the vehicle is leaking oil with possible wheels locking due to no fluid passing through mechanism. Please describe details.
While driving at any speed and with no warning transfer case has cracked and fluid was leaking out.this could cause steering wheel or all four tires to lock up while driving. Dealer notified.
Failure in the transmission of male output splines (striped) of shaft leading to the transfer case (awd unit).
It cost over $4000.00 to get the transaxle replaced. If you need exact dates, mileage or the VIN # please contact me. I am associated with the 3si club. Many of them said they received a confirmation of some kind when they filed there report. This is the second report I have filed concerning this problem.the first report should have all info you requested earlier on this form. (VIN, mileage at failure and date of failure)I filed it because of the recent developments in the corrospondence between members of 3si ,getrag and mitsubishi motor company. P.s. I still have the complete transaxle with all broken parts if that will help in an investigation.it sure would be nice to get it replaced. The current transaxle that I purchased to replace the broken one has always ground shifting from 4th to 5th. And while you are looking into all this ask them about the $1000.00 3 piece driveshaft with universal joints that cannot be replaced. Nlm
The original transmission started to leak in dec. 2001, I took it in and found there was a leak and in order to fix it the whole transmission would have to be replaced. This was done under ext warranty, luckily, got the car back 2-2-02, and the re-man carried a 3yr/36k warranty. Now as of feb. 2002 the transmission leaking again, I have once again taken it back to my local 5 star dealer, carlin dodge, and they are forced to order another re-man, due to the fact that, parts cannot be replaced on this tranny, the whole unit must be replaced. This is an outrage, and the manufacturer knew these trannies would fail when they were put in, ie: mitsu and getrag, something needs to be done, these trannies could go with no warning and cause injury or death while driving down the road, it is a lawsuit waiting to happen.
The transmission locked, and had to be replaced, could not be rebuilt.
I feel these transmissions are not strong enough, and should be recalled.
The transfer case of my 1992 dodge stealth r/t turbo has seized up at highway speed causing a 4 wheel lockup/slide through traffic. The car was serviced regularly with all fluids replaced with oem or better fluids. Replacement of the transfer case solved the problem, but serious injury if not death could have occurred. There was no warning of the incident. In addition, the transmission is known to be faulty with these cars. The synchros can wear within several thousand miles. There are no replacement parts for the transmission available due to a contract between mitsubishi and getrag (manufacturer of the transmission). Therefore, replacement transmissions must be purchased from mitsubishi for over $5000. After buying the car used, I found out that this is the third transmission in this car. Three months after purchasing the car, the 2-3 synchro wore out. Now replacing the transmission is beyond cost effective for the car.
All 4 wheels lock up upon transmission failure. Transmission is prone to leaking.transmission cannot be rebuilt, total replacement is necessary due to unavailability of parts. This is a consistant problem with mitsubishi 3000gt vr4s and dodge stealth r/t turbos, which have the same drivetrain.
I contact you the first time the transmission went out and you said that there was no recall, I went and paid $2,200 to have it fix .the same thing happen again I was standing still the the car first jerk in reverse while it was in drive then it just stop moving. I was wondering is the dodge stealth is part of the mitsubishi motors corp cover up thats going on in tokyo. Thank you david earl cummings.
1st transmission and transfer case shelled at 74k miles. 2nd developed problems (grinding, notchy shifting, whining, bad syncrhos) after less than 25k miles.
Dealer refused to replace transmission even under extended warranty.
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