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1993 Dodge Stealth problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 52 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.6 times the median Stealth year — the 1993 model ranks #3 of 7 Stealth years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: transmission issues account for 42% of all reports (22 of 52), far ahead of brakes at 5.

52

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

3

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1993 compare to other Stealth years?

Stealth NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted122 complaints1991: 72 complaints1992: 122 complaints1993: 52 complaints1994: 32 complaints1995: 17 complaints1996: 1 complaints1997: 4 complaints
Stealth NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1993 Dodge Stealth problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission2242%
Brakes510%
Tires & Wheels48%
Fuel System48%
Electrical System36%
Speed Control36%
Other36%
Visibility & Wipers24%
Seat Belts24%
Suspension12%
Engine12%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)12%
Airbags12%

Does the 1993 Dodge Stealth have recalls?

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

02V143002TransmissionMay 14, 2002 · 9,000 units

Defect

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.

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 THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

96V143003BrakesOctober 8, 1996 · 23,000 units

Defect

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.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“18 SPLINE TRANSFER CASE SEIZED AND OUTPUT SHAFT SNAPPED CAUSING CAR TO GO INTO A SKID AROUND A CORNER AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH OFF AN EMBANKMENT ROLLING 2.5 TIMES. THE CAR WAS TOTALLED.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 21, 2001 · crash

“APPLIED ABS BRAKES ON WET SURFACE AT 45MPH AND BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING, VEHICLE SLIPPED/LOST CONTROL, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 15, 1995 · crash

“CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT SEVENTY MPH ON HIGHWAY AND HEARD A POPPING NOISE AND A VERY SLIGHT VIBRATION. TOOK VEHICLE TO AN AUTOMOBILE SHOP AND PUT VEHICLE ON A LIFT. MECHANIC NOTICED THAT FRONT DRIVER'S TIRE WAS LOOSE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THESE TIRES WERE AFTER MARKET TIRES. TIRES WERE MADE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · January 8, 2001 · crash

“FILLED TANK FULL OF FUEL NIGHT BEFORE.. GOT UP THE NEXT MORNING PULLED CAR IN TO GARAGE.. CLEANED CAR OUT AND WENT TO PULL CAR BACK OUT AND WILL NOT START... REPLACED EVERYTHING COULD THINK OF.. STILL WILL NOT START. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 20, 2005

“WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE HOOD CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER SAYS THE WIRING HARNESS RUBBED AGAINST A MOTOR MOUNT AND RUBBED THROUGH THE INSULATION. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · fire

1993 Dodge Stealth — common questions

Is the 1993 Dodge Stealth reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 52 complaints put the 1993 model at #3 of 7 Stealth years. It is one of the Stealth years to avoid.

What are the most common 1993 Stealth problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (22 complaints), brakes (5 complaints), tires & wheels (4 complaints).

Does the 1993 Dodge Stealth have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1993 Dodge Stealth. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1993 Dodge Stealth under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 3 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Dodge Stealth years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Stealth years to avoid are 1992, 1991, 1993. The cleanest record among Stealth years belongs to 1996.

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.