1989 DODGE OMNI
2 recalls, 8 complaints - 8 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.
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
8 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 20, 2016
Incident date: Jun 18, 2016
MY CAR STARTED LEAKING LARGE AMOUNTS OF OIL AND MADE THE BRAKES NOT WORK PROPERLY AND MY 9 YEAR OLD SON AND I ALMOST WENT OFF A HIGH EMBANKMENT WHILE MOVING AND TRYING TO SLOW DOWN AT A BEND IN THE ROAD.
ENGINE
Jun 20, 2016
Incident date: Jun 18, 2016
MY CAR STARTED LEAKING LARGE AMOUNTS OF OIL AND MADE THE BRAKES NOT WORK PROPERLY AND MY 9 YEAR OLD SON AND I ALMOST WENT OFF A HIGH EMBANKMENT WHILE MOVING AND TRYING TO SLOW DOWN AT A BEND IN THE ROAD.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 20, 2016
Incident date: Jun 18, 2016
MY CAR STARTED LEAKING LARGE AMOUNTS OF OIL AND MADE THE BRAKES NOT WORK PROPERLY AND MY 9 YEAR OLD SON AND I ALMOST WENT OFF A HIGH EMBANKMENT WHILE MOVING AND TRYING TO SLOW DOWN AT A BEND IN THE ROAD.
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Sep 5, 2000
NO SUMMARY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 7, 1996
Incident date: May 6, 1996
APPLIED BRAKES, DISENGAGED CLUTCH, HEARD ENGINE RACING, VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THIS IS THE SECOND INCIDENT. *AK
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 9, 1995
Incident date: Jul 29, 1995
FRONT MOTOR MOUNT FAILED BREAKING AXLE AND RIPPING OUT AUTO-TRANSMISSION. PLEAS DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Aug 9, 1995
Incident date: Jul 29, 1995
FRONT MOTOR MOUNT FAILED BREAKING AXLE AND RIPPING OUT AUTO-TRANSMISSION. PLEAS DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Aug 9, 1995
Incident date: Jul 29, 1995
FRONT MOTOR MOUNT FAILED BREAKING AXLE AND RIPPING OUT AUTO-TRANSMISSION. PLEAS DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1989 DODGE OMNI
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 28.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 32.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,400 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1989 DODGE OMNI
8 manufacturer communications from 8 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 220000 SEATS | 3 |
| 116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
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
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
RCL/637
Apr 1, 1995
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
RECALL 637 - CARBON MONOXIDE LEVELS MAY EXCEED THE LIMITS ALLOWED BY FEDERAL EMISSIONS STANDARDS. TO CORECT THIS CONDITION, THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE MUST BE REPLACED. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE OMNI
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE89027
Opened: Dec 20, 1988 , Closed: Mar 31, 1989
TAIL LIGHT WIRING FIRES
There is no summary currently available
DP81017
Opened: May 5, 1981 , Closed: Nov 5, 1982
GEAR SHIFT LINKAGE
GEAR SHIFT LINKAGE
DP80019
Opened: Jun 6, 1980 , Closed: Sep 26, 1980
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS
DP80004
Opened: Oct 31, 1979 , Closed: Feb 29, 1980
FRONT WHEEL JOINTS AND BEARINGS
FRONT WHEEL JOINTS AND BEARINGS
DODGE OMNI - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE OMNI across all model years (1978, 1990).
37
Total Recalls
38
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
DODGE OMNI - Year by Year
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