1988 DODGE DYNASTY
0 recalls, 26 complaints - 1 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
26 total complaints
1 crashes 1 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| SEATS | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
TIRES
Feb 6, 2011
1988 DODGE DYNASTY, UNIT 1 WAS EASTBOUND WHEN THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. UNIT 1 WENT OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROADWAY STRIKING THE GUARDRAIL. *BF ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, THE TIRES WERE WORN. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0535-89) UPDATED 02/15/11 *BF
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Mar 6, 2000
Incident date: Jul 4, 1999
THE CAR HAD NOT BEEN STARTED IN 4 DAYS AND WAS SITTING IN OUR DRIVE AND JUST CAUGHT FIRE. WE THINK IT MAY HAVE STARTED IN THE COMPUTER. THE COMPUTER WAS COMPLETED MELTED. ALL WIRING WAS BURNED AND MELTED, RADIATOR MELTED, ALL HOSES WERE MELTED, FAN AND WATER PUMP DESTROYED, FUEL INJECTION TUBES M... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 6, 2000
THROTTLE BODY FAILED. NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Mar 6, 2000
FUEL AND AIR FILTER FAILED. NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Mar 6, 2000
CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED. NLM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Mar 6, 2000
COIL AND DISTRIBUTOR FAILED. NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 6, 2000
TIMING GEAR AND CHAIN FAILED. NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Mar 6, 2000
RADIATOR CAP FAILED. NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Mar 6, 2000
THERMOSTAT FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Mar 6, 2000
MAIN COMPUTER REBUILT. NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Nov 29, 1999
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FAILED. NLM
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Nov 29, 1999
POWER STEERING FAILED. NLM
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Nov 29, 1999
AIR CONDTIONING FAILED. NLM
SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
Nov 29, 1999
FRONT STRUTS FAILED. NLM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jan 13, 1999
Incident date: Jun 12, 1997
BRAKE PEDAL BEGAN TO MAKE A CLUNKING NOISE WHEN DEPRESSED AND FELT SOFT AND APPLICATION WAS DELAYED. WITHOUT WARNING THE BRAKES FAILED , SMOKE WAS VISIBLE UNDER THE FRONT WHEEL WELLS AND THE VEHICLE NARROWLY AVOIDED REAR ENDING ANOTHER VEHICLE. PREVIOUS AND RECENT REPAIRS FOUND NO PROBLEMS.
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
Dec 17, 1998
Incident date: Oct 12, 1998
HEATER SWITCH UNDER THE HOOD GOES OUT VEHICLE OVERHEATS AND BURNS OUT THE HEATER CORD. ALSO, BLEW OUT A FUSE TO THE A/C AND THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WON'T WORK PROPERLY. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Dec 17, 1998
Incident date: Oct 12, 1998
HEATER SWITCH UNDER THE HOOD GOES OUT VEHICLE OVERHEATS AND BURNS OUT THE HEATER CORD. ALSO, BLEW OUT A FUSE TO THE A/C AND THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WON'T WORK PROPERLY. DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
May 27, 1997
Incident date: Jan 13, 1994
ANTILOCK BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED.
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jan 9, 1997
Incident date: Apr 15, 1996
HINGE PINS THAT HOLS FRONT DOORS COME OUT, DOOR FALLS ALMOST DOWN TO GROUND. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Dec 20, 1995
Incident date: Jun 20, 1995
THE REAR RIGHT DISC CALIPER FAILURE, EQUIPPED WITH ABS BRAKE SYSTEM. TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Dec 20, 1995
Incident date: Jun 20, 1995
THE REAR RIGHT DISC CALIPER FAILURE, EQUIPPED WITH ABS BRAKE SYSTEM. TT
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Oct 30, 1995
Incident date: Apr 23, 1993
POWER TRAIN TORQUE CONVERTER SHIFTS UP AND DOWN. TT *SLC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jun 21, 1995
Incident date: Jun 1, 1995
APPLIED BRAKE PEDAL, PEDAL FADE, ABS LIGHT CAME ON, RESULTING IN COMPLETE BRAKE LOST, THEN BRAKES STARTING FAILING INTERMITTENTLY, PUMP MOTOR NEEDS REPLACING.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Mar 15, 1995
ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE, HAD TO CONTINUOUSLY PUMP BEFORE IT STOPPED. HAD ABS PART REPLACED. TT
SEATS
Jun 8, 1995
Incident date: Feb 22, 1995
FRONT PASSENGER SEAT COLLAPSED, CAUSING INJURY (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *TW
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jan 4, 1995
ABS BRAKES; WHEN APPLYING BRAKES EXCESSIVE EFFORT IS NECESSARY TO TRY TO STOP. SYSTEM REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1988 DODGE DYNASTY
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,300 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1988 DODGE DYNASTY
1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
180597
Feb 14, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VEHICLES WITH 3.0L ENGINES - INTAKE VALVE DEPOSITS - DRIVEWAY DIE OUT, ROUGH IDLE, LACK OF POWER, SAGS OR HESITATION. *TW
DODGE DYNASTY - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE DYNASTY across all model years (1989, 1993).
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Total Recalls
628
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
29
Reported Crashes
22
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths