Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1991 Dodge Spirit. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE SEAT AND SHOULDER BELTS AN
- Summary
- FRONT OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT MAY BECOME DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND OR UNLATCH DUE TO A WEBBING STIFFENER ENTERING THE BUCKLE HOUSING AND DISLODGING THE BUCKLE LATCH GUIDE.
- Consequence
- LATCH MAY OPEN DURING ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN STOP, EXPOSINGSEAT OCCUPANT TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy
- REPLACE BUCKLE LATCH ENGAGEMENT.
INTERIOR SYSTEMS:PASSIVE RESTRAINT:AIR BAG IMPACT
- Summary
- THE TWO AIR BAG SYSTEM FRONT IMPACT SENSORS MAY NOT BE SECURED TO THEIR MOUNTING BRACKETS.
- Consequence
- AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IF THEFRONT IMPACT SENSORS ARE NOT ATTACHED.
- Remedy
- REPAIR TO ASSURE PROPER ATTACHMENT OF FRONT IMPACT SENSORS TO BRACKETS.
BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:DISC:CALIPER
- Summary
- FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TORQUED AND COULD LOOSEN.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD CAUSE REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS AND COULDRESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy
- PROPERLY TORQUE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS TO 250 POUNDS.
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Owner complaints (95)
95 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine and engine cooling is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 95 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 25 | 26.3% |
| Power train | 15 | 15.8% |
| Electrical system | 13 | 13.7% |
| Air bags | 12 | 12.6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 8.4% |
| Structure | 7 | 7.4% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 5.3% |
| Steering | 5 | 5.3% |
| Suspension | 5 | 5.3% |
| Fuel system | 4 | 4.2% |
How 1991 compares with other Spirit years
Best and worst Spirit years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 21 | 1 |
| 1990 | 63 | 1 |
| 1991 | 95 | 3 |
| 1992 | 58 | 1 |
| 1993 | 81 | 0 |
| 1994 | 87 | 1 |
| 1995 | 38 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 356 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 31 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 25 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1991 Spirit for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1991 Dodge Spirit FAQ
How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge Spirit have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 91V122000 (seat belt), 90V194000 (air bag), 90V162000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1991 Dodge Spirit problems?
Owners filed 95 complaints with NHTSA. Engine and engine cooling (25), Power train (15), Electrical system (13) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1991 Dodge Spirit get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 21 city, 31 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1991 Spirit compare with other years?
Among the 1989–2002 Dodge Spirit model years at least five years old, the 1998 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1991 the most (95). The 1991 drew 95. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.