1989 Dodge Dynasty Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 40%of 55 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1989 Dodge Dynasty, 40% of the 55 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While traveling transmission seemed to halt unexpectedly, losing the top gear. I took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, paid over $100.00 for said inspection and they recommended replacement at $3200.00 they neglected to inform me of the many recalls on this transmission, and would not help me. (dealer: bellevue Dodge, bellevue wa.”
NHTSA complaint #750257, filed 2001-08“While driving about 20 MPH, all of a sudden rear end dropped down to the ground. Vehicle was towed to owner's home. A mechanic has looked at vehicle ,and found that rear axle cracked and twisted. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #873276, filed 2000-10“Rear axle failed while driving at 20 MPH. Vehicle was towed toan independent repair shop. Manufacturer was notified, and informed consumer that parts were not covered under manufacturer's recall.”
NHTSA complaint #863525, filed 2000-06Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
Other parts of the 1989 Dodge Dynasty
15 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1989 Dodge Dynasty
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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