1992 Plymouth Sundance Problems
- Complaints
- 49filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 116,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 22 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl FWD · 20 city / 25 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 Plymouth Sundance (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 49 consumer complaints for the 1992 Plymouth Sundance. The part named most often is electrical system, with 9 complaints (18% of the total), followed by air bags (7) and suspension (7). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 116,000 miles. Of all complaints, 7 involved a crash, 4 a fire, 7 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
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.
- Electrical system9 18%
- Air bags7 14%
- Suspension7 14%
- Engine cooling5 10%
- Seats5 10%
- Fuel system3 6.1%
- Other or unknown3 6.1%
- Body and structure3 6.1%
- Seat belts2 4.1%
Also reported: Steering (2), Vehicle speed control (2), Wheels (2), Brakes (1), Equipment (1), Tires (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “A fire broke out inside vehicle while it was turned off and parked outside the house, and all window closed. Fire was extinguished by fire department. Fire department informed consumer that fire may have started from the steering column.”
NHTSA complaint #854706, filed 2000-01Air bags: “While making a left turn owner was hit on the passenger's side,the air bag in the vehicle did not deploy. The driver's seat pushed the driver to the steering wheel. Manufacturer's telephone line has been busy.”
NHTSA complaint #814165, filed 1997-07Suspension: “A noise is coming from the rear end of the vehicle that sounds like metal rubbing against metal, cause unknown. Dealer can not identify the problem. Please give any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #830363, filed 1998-11Engine cooling: “Going 65mph when vehicle suddenly stalled out for no reason. Pulled over to side of road & waited a while & restarted. Took to dealer for a 4th time and problem was not found. Vehicle had been at dealer each time it happened for 3 years.”
NHTSA complaint #817102, filed 1997-09Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 116,000 and 116,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1992 Plymouth Sundance. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundance · sedan | not rated | 4 / 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 1992 Plymouth Sundance 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 23 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sundance/Duster FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
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
- 99V212000Aug 6, 1999Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Plymouth Sundance 1991–1994, Dodge Shadow 1991–1994
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower seat back attaching bolt on the driver seat can fail and separate.
- 97V078000May 10, 1997Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Plymouth Sundance 1991–1992, Dodge Shadow 1991–1992
The lower seat back attaching bolt on the driver's seat can fail and separate.
- 96V229000Nov 18, 1996Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Plymouth Sundance 1991–1992, Dodge Caravan 1991–1992, Plymouth Voyager 1991–1992 +4 more
The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
- 92V015000Feb 14, 1992Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Plymouth Sundance 1992, Dodge Caravan 1992, Plymouth Acclaim 1992 +10 more
The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.
Recall details for the 1992 Plymouth Sundance → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1992 Plymouth Sundance.
Other model years of the Plymouth Sundance
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 59 | 121,000 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 60 | 53,500 | 1 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 49 | 116,000 | 4 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 30 | — | 4 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 36 | — | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 33 | 99,000 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 27 | — | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 12 | 148,000 | 1 | — | 22 | — | Not enough data |
All Plymouth Sundance model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 Plymouth Sundance have?
NHTSA recorded 49 consumer complaints for the 1992 Plymouth Sundance as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 Plymouth Sundance is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 9 complaints (18% of the total), followed by air bags with 7.
Has the 1992 Plymouth Sundance 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 1992 Plymouth Sundance get?
The EPA rates the 1992 Plymouth Sundance (Sundance/Duster, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 22 mpg combined, 20 city and 25 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 Plymouth Sundance reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 116,000 miles and the middle half falls between 116,000 and 116,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. 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.