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1992 Dodge Stealth

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 1992 Dodge Stealth.

Safety record

Recalls on the 1992 Dodge Stealth

Recall·02V143002

Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT BY MITSUBISHI MOTOR CORPORATION FOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER, A CONDITION EXISTS THAT ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM…

Recall·96V143003

Service brakes: hoses

UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN…

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 101 owners reported

Power train48
Seat belts22
Engine and engine cooling7
Air bags7

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

1992 Dodge Stealth at a glance

Trims
BaseESR/TR/T Turbo
Engine
3.0L 6-Cylinder, 3.0L 6-Cylinder Turbo
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
Drivetrain
FWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Coupe
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 1992 Dodge Stealth?

Owners have filed 101 complaints about the 1992 Dodge Stealth with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There are 2 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 1992 Dodge Stealth reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 2 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 1992 Dodge Stealth?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 1992 Dodge Stealth listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.