1992 Dodge Shadow Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 5%of 73 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the steering of the 1992 Dodge Shadow, 5% of the 73 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Received recall notice for steering column, called and made an appointment for 01-13-97. Took vehicle in for repair and dealer said it would take all day and he didn't have time to wait . Repairs not done on vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #807487, filed 1997-01“Steering wheel recall: can't get appointment to get vehicle repaired. Have called several times and the last call was I-21-97, and was told to call back in four weeks. Recall #96v229.”
NHTSA complaint #807880, filed 1997-01Related recalls
- 96V229000Nov 18, 1996The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.Covers: Dodge Shadow 1991–1992, Caravan 1991–1992, Plymouth Voyager 1991–1992 +4 more
- 92V015000Feb 14, 1992The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.Covers: Dodge Shadow 1992, Caravan 1992, Plymouth Acclaim 1992 +10 more
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 1992 Dodge Shadow
19 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Dodge Shadow
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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