1991 Dodge Stealth Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1991 Dodge Stealth. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 02V143002May 14, 20029,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
  Covers: Dodge Stealth 1991–1996

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles built by mitsubishi motor corporation for daimlerchrysler, a condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all-wheel drive transfer case.

  Possible consequence: Low oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transfer case for indications of oil leakage. Vehicles that have no oil leakage will have the transfer case oil changed. Vehicles that have oil leakage will have the transfer case resealed or replaced if necessary. Owner notification is expected to begin december 2, 2002. Owners who take…

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• 96V143003Oct 8, 199623,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Dodge Stealth 1991–1994

  Reported issue: Under conditions of full lock steering and full suspension travel, the left or right front wheel-side brake hose can crack, resulting in brake fluid leakage.

  Possible consequence: Brake fluid leakage will cause illumination of the brake warning lamp and reduction in braking effectiveness increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel-side brake hoses with revised hose assemblies.

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• 95V103003May 24, 1995920,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
  Covers: Dodge Stealth 1991, Colt 1986–1991, RAM 50 1986–1991 +7 more

  Reported issue: The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "press." if a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to operate improperly.

  Possible consequence: The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash.

  Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles are operating properly by inserting each latch plate into its buckle, tugging on the belt to make sure the latch is…

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• 93V033001Apr 8, 19932,700 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Driveline
  Covers: Dodge Stealth 1991

  Reported issue: A condition exists that allows oil to leak from the all wheel drive transfer case. Low oil levels in the transfer case can cause bearing damage and failure.

  Possible consequence: Bearing failure in the transfer case results inpower train lockup without prior warning, while the vehicle is at highway speed.this could cause in a loss of vehicle control and an accident.

  Remedy: Install a c-ring to transfer case to prevent oil leakage, or replace transfer case to maintain sufficient oil levels in the transfer case.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA92004Transfer case lockupClosed · Jan 23, 1992

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