1989 DODGE DAYTONA
3 recalls, 39 complaints - 21 TSBs
08E033000 Apr 14, 2008
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS... Read more
Consequence
THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSS... Read more
Remedy
FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
92V017000 Feb 11, 1992
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Defect Description
THE BONDED DISC BRAKE LININGS MAY SEPARATE FROM THE SHOES DUE TO A BONDING DEFICIENCY WHICH MAY ALLOW CORROSION DEGRADATION OF THE BOND ATTACHMENT.
Consequence
SEPARATION OF THE DISC BRAKE LININGS RESULTS IN ANINCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE.
Remedy
REPLACE THE FRONT AND REAR LININGS ON VEHICLES WITH 15 INCH BRAKES. REPLACE ONLY THE REAR BRAKE LININGS ON VEHICLES WITH 14 INCH BRAKES BECAUSE THE FRONT LININGS ON THESE VEHICLES ARE RIVETED.
89V237000 Dec 27, 1989
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
THE ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKET MAY DISLOCATE AND ALLOW AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE GASKET.
Consequence
THE LEAKAGE OF OIL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD CAUSEA FIRE.
Remedy
REPLACE GASKET COVER WITH REVISED COVER, AND RTV SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED IN PLACE OF A GASKET.
Complaint Statistics
39 total complaints
10 crashes 11 fires 12 injuries 3 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 7 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 7 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | 2 |
| STEERING:RACK AND PINION | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Nov 12, 2003
Incident date: Jul 23, 2003
WHILE DRIVING TIRE EQUIPMENT SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE.*MR WHILE DRIVING THE TIRE CAME OFF THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE FRONT QUARTER PANEL. *PH *NLM
STEERING
Mar 24, 2003
Incident date: Sep 2, 1990
THE CONSUMER'S SON WAS IN AN ACCIDENT, AND SUBSEQUENTLY DIED ALONG WITH TWO OTHERS, WHICH WAS POSSIBLY DUE TO A STEERING MECHANISM DEFECT. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED INFORMATION PERTAINING TO THE SAFETY RECORD OF CHRYSLER DODGE DAYTONA, SPECIFICALLY FOR THE STEERING MECHANISM NOT OPERATING PROPERLY OR ... Read more
Crash
3 deaths
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 1, 2000
I HAVE ALREADY INQUIRED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD THAT MY CAR WAS NOT PART OF THE RECALL. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY? *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Oct 26, 2000
Incident date: Oct 1, 2000
ITEM LISTED IS NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 89V237000. DEALER INDICATED THAT MY VEHICLE IS NOT COVERED BECAUSE THEY COULD NOT FIND THE RECALL. CALLED CHRYSLER'S RECALL CENTER AND THEY DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THE RECALL OR THE GOVERNING AUTHORITY OF THE NHTSA. THE REPAIR CHARGE FOR THIS WORK THAT WE ARE HA... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Oct 17, 2000
Incident date: Dec 26, 1998
DRIVER'S AIRBAG DEPLOYED VIOLENTLY WHEN VEHICLE WAS IMPACTED AT THE RIGHT CORNER CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND BURNS ON HAND DUE TO EXHAUST/CHEMICAL, NO DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. *ET
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 20, 2000
WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AT 10 MPH AIR BAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND RUN OVER A CURB. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Jun 17, 1999
Incident date: Jun 9, 1999
VEHICLE BURSTED INTO FLAMES WHILE PARKED. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
Fire
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 7, 1999
Incident date: Mar 31, 1999
MY 16 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING TO SCHOOL ON THE MORNING OF MARCH 31, 1999. SHE WAS IN THE PARKING LOT. SHE WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND SHE HEARD A POPPING NOISE. AT THAT TIME, THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED ON HER, BUT NOT AT THE NORMAL FAST SPEED. THIS CAUSED HER TO RUN OFF ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Oct 25, 1998
Incident date: Oct 25, 1998
PROBLEM 1 #3 FUEL INJECTOR CRACKED CAUSING THE FUEL TO SPRAY ONTO INTAKE MANIFOLD INTO A PUDDLE (1/4
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Jun 10, 1998
BRAKE PADS SEPARATED FROM BACKING PLATE SEVERAL TIMES.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Oct 1, 1997
Incident date: Sep 25, 1997
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER, DEALER DETERMINED THE PROBLEM AS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. PLEASE PROVDIE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Sep 18, 1997
Incident date: Jul 11, 1997
CAR STARTED TO SMOKE FROM UNDER THE HOOD FOLLOWED BY FIRE. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Jun 27, 1997
Incident date: Sep 6, 1996
PCV HOSE FAILED.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS
Jun 27, 1997
Incident date: Sep 6, 1996
REAR BRAKE LININGS SEPARATED FROM THE SHOES BECAUSE OF A BONDING DEFICIENCY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Feb 20, 1997
Incident date: Sep 11, 1994
CAR PARKED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE NEAR THE BATTERY. APPEARS TO BE ELECTRICAL. *AK
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Sep 23, 1996
Incident date: Jul 7, 1995
ENGINE FIRE.
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Sep 18, 1996
WHEN LIFTING THE REAR HATCHBACK, THE TAILGATE SUPPORT FAILED, CAUSING THE HATCHBACK TO FALL DOWN, RESULTING IN AN INJURY. *AK
1 injured
SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Jul 25, 1996
Incident date: Jul 11, 1990
REAR TORSION BAR BROKE 4 TIMES. *SD
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jul 16, 1996
Incident date: Jun 28, 1996
THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. SOURCE UNKNOWN.PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
May 10, 1996
Incident date: Apr 28, 1996
DRIVING VEHICLE HOME, SMOKE STARTED FROM CENTER OF DASHBOARD, ARRIVED HOME, SHUT VEHICLE OFF, SUDDENLY VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. *AK
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Apr 25, 1996
Incident date: Jul 1, 1995
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE. *SD
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Feb 22, 1996
Incident date: Dec 1, 1995
ENGINE FIRE. *DSH
Fire
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Dec 27, 1995
AUTO-TRANSMISSION; WHILE DRIVING, TRANSMISSION FAILED DROPPING INTO LOWER GEAR RESULTING IN COMPLETE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Dec 27, 1995
AUTO-TRANSMISSION; WHILE DRIVING, TRANSMISSION FAILED DROPPING INTO LOWER GEAR RESULTING IN COMPLETE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dec 27, 1995
Incident date: Dec 25, 1995
PURCHASE CAR USED PARKED CAR AND CAUGHT ON FIRE . TT
Fire
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 6, 1995
Incident date: Sep 2, 1995
DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND LEFT BURNS ON DRIVERS RIGHT ARM AND HAND. TT
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Aug 30, 1995
RECEIVED RECALL ON THE ENGINE GASKET VALVE COVER # 89V237000 HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM THE RIGHT REAR PADS BROKE AND CAME OUT OF THE WHEEL . TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 30, 1995
RECEIVED RECALL ON THE ENGINE GASKET VALVE COVER # 89V237000 HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM THE RIGHT REAR PADS BROKE AND CAME OUT OF THE WHEEL . TT
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 22, 1995
WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND AIR DEPLOYED GAVE HIM THIRD DEGREE BURN ON HIS HAND . TT
Crash
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 2, 1995
Incident date: Aug 2, 1995
VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE BEFORE A LOUD BANG WAS HEARD AND CAR WAS SURROUNDED BY FLAMES. DRIVER WAS BURNED AND TRAPPED. *AK
Fire
1 injured
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 21, 1993
UPON IMPACT, WHOLE STEERING COLUMN COLLAPSED; WHEN AIRBAG DEFLATED, THICK BLACK SMOKE CAUSED BURNS/CHEMICAL REACTION TO DRIVER. TT
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 21, 1993
UPON IMPACT, WHOLE STEERING COLUMN COLLAPSED; WHEN AIRBAG DEFLATED, THICK BLACK SMOKE CAUSED BURNS/CHEMICAL REACTION TO DRIVER. TT
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
May 12, 1995
Incident date: Feb 16, 1995
FRONTAL COLLISION IMPACT 1:00 POSITION SPEED 50 MPH, DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT INFLATE, GASES CAME OUT BAG CAUSING BURNS. TT
Crash
1 injured
WHEELS
May 3, 1995
Incident date: May 1, 1995
THE WHEELS ON VEHICLE CORRODED, CAUSES TIRES TO BE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY. TT
AIR BAGS
May 3, 1995
WHILE DRIVING, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY, ACCORDING TO DEALER, DUE TO MALFUNCTION OF CLOCK SPRING. TT
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Mar 22, 1995
Incident date: Jun 16, 1990
HATCH BACK FLEW OPEN EJECTING TWO PEOPLE SITTING IN REAR SEAT, AFTER SIDE IMPACT. TT
Crash
3 injured
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Feb 27, 1995
Incident date: Feb 27, 1995
NEED NEW RACK AND PINION AND ALMOST ALL OF THE STEERING COLUMN. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Feb 27, 1995
Incident date: Feb 27, 1995
NEED NEW RACK AND PINION AND ALMOST ALL OF THE STEERING COLUMN. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 1, 1995
ENGINE MOUNT BRACKETS HAVE CRACKED, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1989 DODGE DAYTONA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 22.0 | 18.0 | Premium | $4,300 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 31.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1989 DODGE DAYTONA
21 manufacturer communications from 19 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 220000 SEATS | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 2 |
| 161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 1 |
23-014-15
Apr 23, 2015
592000 CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP (SECURES TOP OF CHILD SEAT TO VEHICLE)
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th
23-014-15
Apr 23, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th
0801001
May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
2100601
Mar 16, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
0800600REV
Dec 29, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
2300800B
Nov 24, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
082700
Sep 29, 2000
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
230800
Mar 3, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
080600
Feb 25, 2000
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
233599REVA
Oct 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
233599
Sep 3, 1999
220000 SEATS
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
210599A
Sep 3, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY AND INSTALLATION OF A RESUABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET. *TT
081698
Apr 17, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK
970919083297
Sep 19, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *YC
0832097
Sep 19, 1997
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INFORMATION REGARDING NHTSA AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *NLM
070397
May 9, 1997
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT USAGE. *NLM
070397
May 9, 1997
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
VARIOUS CAR OWNER'S HAVE EXPRESSED INTEREST IN USING ENGINE COOLANTS MADE WITH PROPYLENE GLYCOL INSTEAD OF ETHYLENE GLYCOL. *YC
210597
Mar 14, 1997
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CONCERNS WITH 41TE/42LE TRANSAXLE SHUDDER DURING AN EMCC (ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CONVERTER CLUTCH) SHIFT. *NLM
230397
Feb 14, 1997
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
DIFFICULT TO CLEAN LIGHT COLORED "CHALKY" RESIDUE FROM PLASTIC BODY COMPONENTS THAT ARE MOLDED IN BLACK. *TW
081695REVA
Oct 1, 1995
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 08-16-95, DATED APR. 14, 1995. IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR **REPEATEDLY** PRESSES AND RELEASES THE SET BUTTON WITH THEIR FOOT OFF OF THE ACCELERATOR (A 'LIFT FOOT SET' TO BEGIN SPEED CONTROL OPER
CH081695
Apr 1, 1995
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CRUISE CONTROL OVERSHOOT/UNDERSHOOT DURING INITIAL SET SPEED SELECTION. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE DAYTONA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE93068
Opened: Jul 23, 1993 , Closed: Oct 7, 1993
HOOD LATCH FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE91141
Opened: Oct 22, 1991 , Closed: Feb 12, 1992
AUTO DOOR LOCK MALFUNCTION
There is no summary currently available
DP91010
Opened: May 2, 1991 , Closed: Jul 5, 1991
TIRE RUBBING WHEEL WELL
TIRE RUBBING WHEEL WELL
PE88108
Opened: Sep 22, 1988 , Closed: Jan 6, 1989
TRUNK FIRE
There is no summary currently available
DODGE DAYTONA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE DAYTONA across all model years (1984, 1993).
25
Total Recalls
166
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
24
Reported Crashes
30
Reported Fires
9
Reported Deaths