Dodge Stealth complaints by model year
237 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1994 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 1993 | 39 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 1992 | 92 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 1991 | 63 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 1991–1997. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 1991 | 1992 | 1993 | 1994 | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 35 | 49 | 19 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 13 | 22 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Dodge Stealth recalls (4)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Stealth model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02V143002 | May 14, 2002 | DAIMLERCHRYSLER/MITSUBISHI/TRANSFER CASE LEAKAGE | 1991–1996 | — |
| 96V143003 | Oct 8, 1996 | CHRYSLER/BRAKES | 1991–1994 | — |
| 95V103003 | May 24, 1995 | INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE RESTRAINTS:BELT BUCKLES | 1991 | — |
| 93V033001 | Apr 8, 1993 | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE (INDICATOR FORWARD OR REVERS | 1991 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Dodge Stealth FAQ
How many recalls has the Dodge Stealth had?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns that cover at least one Dodge Stealth model year from 1991 to 1997. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Dodge Stealth year has the most complaints?
Among the last 7 model years with settled counts, the 1992 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (92) and the 1996 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Dodge Stealth problems?
Across the 1991–1997 model years, owners most often name the power train, seat belts, air bags in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Dodge Stealth get?
EPA rates the 1996 Dodge Stealth at 18 to 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
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.