1991 Dodge Daytona Problems
- Complaints
- 13filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 4campaigns 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
- 20 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl FWD · 18 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1991 Dodge Daytona (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 1991 Dodge Daytona. The part named most often is seats, with 4 complaints (31% of the total), followed by engine cooling (2) and latches, locks and linkages (2). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins 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.
- Seats4 31%
- Engine cooling2 15%
- Air bags1 7.7%
- Electrical system1 7.7%
- Equipment1 7.7%
- Fuel system1 7.7%
- Suspension1 7.7%
- Tires1 7.7%
Example complaints
Seats: “Consumer was at a stand still & was rearended by another vehicle. The head rest flew into the back window & cracked it. The driver seat became unanchored & was in the back of the car upon impact. The vehicle was totaled. Contacting the manufacturer.”
NHTSA complaint #864926, filed 2000-07Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1991 Dodge Daytona. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytona · coupe | not rated | 5 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1991 Dodge Daytona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytona FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 21 | 31 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Daytona FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Daytona FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Daytona FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Daytona FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Daytona FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,350 |
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
- 92V016000Feb 11, 1992Structure › Body › DoorCovers: Dodge Daytona 1991, Chrysler Lebaron 1991
The owner's manual incorrectly states that the front passenger door cannot be opened from the inside if the door is locked until the lock control handle has been pulled up. On these vehicles, the front passenger door can be opened by the inside door handle…
- 91V078000May 14, 1991Parking brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage and cableCovers: Dodge Daytona 1991, Chrysler Lebaron 1991
Mismatched parking brake cable lengths to the rear wheels reduces braking ability of one of the rear wheels, in violation of fmvss 105.
- 90V162000Sep 4, 1990Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › CaliperCovers: Dodge Daytona 1991, Spirit 1991, Shadow 1991 +5 more
Front disc brake caliper guide pin bolts may not have been adequately torqued and could loosen.
- 90V169000Sep 4, 1990Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Dodge Daytona 1991
Incorrect tire pressure placard was installed on cars; does not comply with fmvss 110.
Recall details for the 1991 Dodge Daytona → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE91141Auto door lock malfunctionClosed · Oct 22, 1991
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1991 Dodge Daytona.
Other model years of the Dodge Daytona
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 15 | — | 1 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 17 | 84,936 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 13 | — | 4 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 26 | — | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 34 | — | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 11 | — | 0 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 8 | — | 1 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1991 Dodge Daytona have?
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 1991 Dodge Daytona as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1991 Dodge Daytona is reported most often?
Seats is named most often, in 4 complaints (31% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 2.
Has the 1991 Dodge Daytona been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Dodge Daytona get?
The EPA rates the 1991 Dodge Daytona (Daytona, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 18 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.