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1994 Dodge Stealth: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1994 Dodge Stealth, most recently filed May 2002. Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the seat belts.

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Caution Fewer than 50 complaints filed. With this few reports, patterns may not be meaningful.
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Recalls (2)

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1994 Dodge Stealth. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 1994 Dodge Stealth. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 02V143002 Filed May 14, 2002

DAIMLERCHRYSLER/MITSUBISHI/TRANSFER CASE LEAKAGE

Power train · transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Repair progress not yet reported9,000 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 02V143002
Listed for 1994 Dodge Stealth. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 96V143003 Filed Oct 8, 1996

CHRYSLER/BRAKES

Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Repair progress not yet reported23,000 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 96V143003

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Owner complaints (28)

28 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The seat belts is mentioned most often.

2involved a crash
0involved a fire
1injuries reported
2deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1994 Dodge Stealth, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 28.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 1994 compares with other Stealth years

Best and worst Stealth years →
63 92 39 28 13 1 1
1991199219931994199519961997
This year (1994)Other yearsStill collecting reports

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 19 mpg combined

19
mpg combined
17
city
22
highway
EPA annual fuel cost
$3,550
CO₂ tailpipe
468 g/mi
EPA class
Subcompact Cars

What it costs you to run

$3,437per year
$286per month
789gallons a year

Miles ÷ 19 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

1994 Dodge Stealth configurations with EPA data
Engine · transmissionDriveCity / Hwy / CombEPA $/yrCO₂ g/mi
3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manualFront-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19$3,550468
3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manualFront-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19$3,550468
3 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automaticFront-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18$3,700494
3 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automaticFront-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18$3,700494
3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18$4,550494

Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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1994 Dodge Stealth FAQ

How many recalls does the 1994 Dodge Stealth have?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 02V143002 (wheel), 96V143003 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 1994 Dodge Stealth problems?

Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. Seat belts (9), Power train (8), Visibility (4) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

What mpg does the 1994 Dodge Stealth get?

EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 17 city, 22 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.

How does the 1994 Stealth compare with other years?

Among the 1991–1997 Dodge Stealth model years at least five years old, the 1996 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1992 the most (92). The 1994 drew 28. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

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.
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