CarRecallWatchThe 1992 Dodge Shadow has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 3 fires, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Seats (20 reports).
1992 Dodge Shadow recalls
Most common 1992 Dodge Shadow problems
Problem areas named in the 73 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seats | 20 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
What owners report
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 DODGE SHADOW. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH STAYED IN THE ACC POSITION AND WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN OVER INTO AN ON AND OFF POSITION. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE KEY FELL OUT AND THE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED OR DIAGNOSED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000.
THE RECALL REPAIR ON THIS VEHICLE WAS INCORRECTLY PERFORMED. I AM FRIEND OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS CAR. SHE HAD PURCHASED THIS CAR WHEN IT WAS NEW. FROM DAY ONE, I HAD NOTICED THAT THE SEATS IN HER CAR WERE NOT LOCKING INTO POSITION WHEN FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER WERE SEATED. SEVERAL YEARS LATER (1999?), DODGE HAD ISSUED A RECALL ON HER CAR. THEY SAID THAT THE SEATS HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE LOCKING MECHANISM. MY FRIEND BROUGHT HER CAR INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE RECALL SERVICE ON HER SEATS. SEVERAL MONTHS LATER, I HAD NOTICED THAT THE LOCK MECHANISM WAS STILL FAILING TO LOCK INTO POSITION. I HAD MENTIONED THIS PROBLEM TO HER. BUT, SHE INSISTED THAT THE DEALERSHIP HAD TOLD HER THAT THEY H
MATERIAL FAILURE ON FRONT TIRES IDENTICAL TO THOSE ON SUV'S. TIRES PURCHASED IN 1999.*AK
WHEN APPLYING GAS PEDAL VEHICLE REVS AND WILL NOT STOP, REVWING UP TO A HIGHER SPEED, EVEN AFTER RELEASING PRESSURE FROM THE GAS PEDAL. BRAKES HAVE TO BE APPLIED IN ORDER TO KEEP ENGINE FROM REVVING.*AK
DUE TO A SHORTAGE OF WIRES UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE INSIDE OF THE PARKING LOT. NLM
1992 Dodge Shadow questions
Does the 1992 Dodge Shadow have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1992 Dodge Shadow: Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner; Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Dodge Shadow?
Based on 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seats (20), Air Bags (12), Electrical System (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 1992 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.