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Dodge Stealth problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Stealth from 1991 to 1997: 237 owner complaints and 12 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1992 (92), 1991 (63), 1993 (39). Best fuel economy: 19 mpg combined (1996).

Dodge Stealth
Photo: Elise240SX · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain119
Seat belts49
Airbags18
Brakes (hydraulic)16
Engine & cooling14
Electrical9
Visibility (wipers, glass)8
Suspension6

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199146319
199229219
199323919
199422819
199511319
19961119
199701–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Dodge Stealth?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1992 (92), 1991 (63), 1993 (39).

How many recalls has the Dodge Stealth had?

Across 1991–1997, NHTSA lists 12 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).