1989 Dodge Aries Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 24 mpgcombined, 2.2L 4-cyl FWD · 21 city / 28 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1989 Dodge Aries (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1989 Dodge Aries. The part named most often is brakes, with 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by seat belts (3) and vehicle speed control (2). Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes3 30%
- Seat belts3 30%
- Equipment1 10%
- Exterior lighting1 10%
- Body and structure1 10%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “Driver's side push button release is inoperative, seat belt buckle won't detach, also, passenger's side buckle plastic cover has fallen off. Consumer was stuck in the driver side seat belt, it would not detach, consumer had to wiggle out of it, consumer states belts do not retract when not in use.”
NHTSA complaint #804009, filed 1996-10Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1989 Dodge Aries version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aries FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Aries FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Aries FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 89V237000Dec 27, 1989Engine and engine cooling › EngineCovers: Dodge Aries 1989, Plymouth Voyager 1989–1990, Dodge Shadow 1989–1990 +12 more
The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
Recall details for the 1989 Dodge Aries → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA91010Trans park system failureClosed · Dec 10, 1990
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10150552Apr 23, 2015Equipment. Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the…
Other model years of the Dodge Aries
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 10 | — | 1 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 11 | 55,000 | 0 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 9 | 60,950 | 0 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1989 Dodge Aries have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1989 Dodge Aries as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1989 Dodge Aries is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by seat belts with 3.
Has the 1989 Dodge Aries been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1989 Dodge Aries get?
The EPA rates the 1989 Dodge Aries (Aries, 2.2L 4-cyl) at 24 mpg combined, 21 city and 28 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.