Complaints
122
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Injuries
1
Fatalities
7
Recalls
0
Worst 1992 Dodge Stealth Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#119 complaints
Manual Transmission
Avg mileage:109,500 mi
#215 complaints
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
Avg mileage:64,172 mi
#314 complaints
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
Avg mileage:120,406 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1992 Dodge Stealth.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual Transmission | 19 | — | — | 109,500 mi | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 15 | — | — | 64,172 mi | |
| Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) | 14 | — | — | 120,406 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 133,912 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Rear/Other | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Software | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — |
Manual Transmission
19
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
109,500
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,172
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
14
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
120,406
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
133,912
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Rear/Other
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Recreational Vehicle/Trailer
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1992 Dodge Stealth — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1992 Dodge Stealth reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 1992 Dodge Stealth has 122 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Manual Transmission with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1992 Dodge Stealth?
Top reported problems: Manual Transmission (19 complaints, avg 109,500 mi); Seat Belts:Front:Retractor (15 complaints, avg 64,172 mi); Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) (14 complaints, avg 120,406 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1992 Dodge Stealth?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 102,449 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1992 Dodge Stealth?
NHTSA complaints for the 1992 Dodge Stealth include 2 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 7 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1992 Dodge Stealth have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1992 Dodge Stealth as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1992 Dodge Stealth?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (manual transmission) and verify open recalls have been addressed.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Stealth reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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