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1991 Dodge Dynasty problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 135 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.8 times the median Dynasty year — the 1991 model ranks #2 of 9 Dynasty years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across fuel system (25), brakes (24), and transmission (23), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

135

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

1

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1991 compare to other Dynasty years?

Dynasty NHTSA complaints by model year, 1991 highlighted187 complaints1988: 26 complaints1989: 74 complaints1990: 88 complaints1991: 135 complaints1992: 187 complaints1993: 113 complaints1994: 1 complaints1995: 1 complaints1997: 1 complaints
Dynasty NHTSA complaints by model year, 1991 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1991 Dodge Dynasty problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System2519%
Brakes2418%
Transmission2317%
Electrical System1914%
Steering1310%
Engine75%
Airbags75%
Seat Belts54%
Visibility & Wipers32%
Suspension21%
Speed Control21%
Tires & Wheels21%
Other11%
Body & Structure11%
Child Seat11%

Does the 1991 Dodge Dynasty have recalls?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

96V099000BrakesJune 13, 1996 · 321,000 units

Defect

THE ABS HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT CAN EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON SEAL WEAR CAUSING PUMP-MOTOR DETERIORATION.

Consequence

IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE ABS FUNCTION COULD BE LOST AND REDUCED POWER ASSIST WOULD BE EXPERIENCED DURING VEHICLE BRAKING INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL TEST THE VEHICLE'S ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES IF NECESSARY. ALSO THE WARRANTY ON ALL ABS COMPONENTS WILL BE EXTENDED TO 10 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES (EXCEPT FOR THE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON ASSEMBLY AND THE PUMP-MOTOR ASSEMBLY WHICH WILL HAVE A LIFETIME COVERAGE). OWNERS WILL ALSO BE REIMBURSED FOR PREVIOUS ABS COMPONENT REPAIR COSTS.

91V191000BrakesNovember 1, 1991 · 80,000 units

Defect

THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM HIGH PRESSURE HOSE MAY LEAK OR DETACH AT ITS CRIMPED END FITTING RESULTING IN THE DISCHARGE OF HYDRAULIC FLUID.

Consequence

FLUID DISCHARGE EVENTUALLY CAUSES THE LOSS OF BOTH THEANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND HYDRAULIC ASSIST FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM, RESULTING ININCREASED LIKELIHOOD OF BRAKE LOCKUP AND INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES, WHICHCOULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy

REPLACE THE ABS HIGH PRESSURE HOSE WITH A HOSE OF DIFFERENT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.

91V004000Visibility & WipersOctober 2, 1991 · 125,000 units

Defect

WATER LEAKING UNDER WINDSHIELD COWL IN AREA ABOVE HEATER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK RESULTS IN CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS.

Consequence

CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS INCREASES ELECTRICALRESISTANCE, LEADING TO OVERHEATING AND POSSBLE IGNITION OF THE WIRING CONNECTORSAND INSULATION, CAUSING A FIRE IN THE COWL AREA.

Remedy

THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK WILL BE REPLACED, AND A MASTIC PATCH APPLIED TO SEAL THE COWL AGAINST WATER ENTRY. DAMAGED WIRE CONNECTORS WILL BE REPLACED.

91V122000Seat BeltsJuly 11, 1991 · 130,000 units

Defect

FRONT OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT MAY BECOME DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND OR UNLATCH DUE TO A WEBBING STIFFENER ENTERING THE BUCKLE HOUSING AND DISLODGING THE BUCKLE LATCH GUIDE.

Consequence

LATCH MAY OPEN DURING ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN STOP, EXPOSINGSEAT OCCUPANT TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy

REPLACE BUCKLE LATCH ENGAGEMENT.

90V162000BrakesSeptember 4, 1990 · 18,000 units

Defect

FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TORQUED AND COULD LOOSEN.

Consequence

THIS COULD CAUSE REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS AND COULDRESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.

Remedy

PROPERLY TORQUE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS TO 250 POUNDS.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“1991 DODGE DYNASTY, 3.3L ENGINE. FUEL RAIL LEAKING, AT CROSSOVER TUBE CONNECTION. FUEL LEAKING DOWN ONTO VAVLE COVER, WHICH THEN LEAKED ONTO HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD. MINOR FIRE, BUT THANK GOD I WAS IN MY DRIVEWAY WHEN I SMELLED THE FUEL. OPENING THE HOOD REVEALED THE SMALL FIRE THAT STARTED. THE DODGE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 23, 2005 · fire

“THE ABS SYSTEM IN THE VEHICLE FAILED. IN A PANIC STOP THE BRAKES AND THE ABS SYSTEM DID NOT ACTIVATE AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 16, 1995 · crash

“MY FIRST TRANSMISSION FAILURE WAS DURING WARRANTY AT APPROX 65,000 MILES IN 1995. MY SECOND TRANSMISSION FAILURE WAS IN 1997 AT 115,000 MILES. SINCE I WAS OUT OF WARRANTY, AND DID NOT THINK CHRYSLER/DODGE WOULD REPLACE MY TRANSMISSION I HAD IT REBUILT AT MY OWN EXPENSE FOR MORE THAN $1700.00. DO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · February 10, 1997

“DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND SAW SMOKE AND FLAMES COMING OUT OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR PANEL. POURED WATER INSIDE DOOR PANEL, AND PUT FLAMES OUT. IT WAS STATED THAT IT WAS AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 31, 1998 · fire

“STEERING BECAME HARD, RESULTING IN NO STEERING ABILITY, REPLACE BELT TENSIONER AND BELT. TT DEALER REPLACED SERPENTINE BELT AND BELT TENSIONER. *SLC”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · September 15, 1995

1991 Dodge Dynasty — common questions

Is the 1991 Dodge Dynasty reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 135 complaints put the 1991 model at #2 of 9 Dynasty years. It is one of the Dynasty years to avoid.

What are the most common 1991 Dynasty problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (25 complaints), brakes (24 complaints), transmission (23 complaints).

Does the 1991 Dodge Dynasty have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 1991 Dodge Dynasty. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1991 Dodge Dynasty under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Dodge Dynasty years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Dynasty years to avoid are 1992, 1991, 1993. The cleanest record among Dynasty years belongs to 1997.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.