CarRecallWatchThe 1991 Dodge Shadow has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA, including 19 crashes, 2 fires, 18 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Seats (16 reports).
1991 Dodge Shadow recalls
Most common 1991 Dodge Shadow problems
Problem areas named in the 89 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seats | 16 |
| Air Bags | 15 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Steering | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
What owners report
CONTAMINATED BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH WOULD COST $800-$1500. TO REPAIR. *PH THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE BRAKES FELT LIKE SOMETHING WAS HOLDING THEM UP AT LOWER SPEEDS. BOTH SERVICE FACILITIES STATED THE WRONG OIL WAS IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM INSTEAD OF BRAKE FLUID. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIR COSTS. *SC
PROBLEMS WITH 1991 DODGE SHADOW. PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES AT LOWER SPEEDS.*MR TWO DIFFERENT CERTIFIED MECHANICS STATED THE VEHICLE SHOULDN'T BE DRIVEN UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. THE FUEL FILTER WAS REPLACED, BRAKE SYSTEM FLUSHED, AND TIRE ROTATION. *PH *JB
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *JB
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING WAS INVOLVED IN IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION. DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT SNAPPED IN HALF, CAUSING MINOR INJURIES.*AK
WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND CONSUMER SUSTAINED BODILY INJURIES. *AK
1991 Dodge Shadow questions
Does the 1991 Dodge Shadow have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1991 Dodge Shadow: Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner; Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Dodge Shadow?
Based on 89 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seats (16), Air Bags (15), Structure (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 1991 Dodge Shadow has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.