1988 DODGE DAYTONA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
23
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
0
Service Bulletins
1
Investigation
Overview of the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA
The 1988 DODGE DAYTONA has received a total of 23 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood (2 complaints), Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline (2 complaints), and Seat Beltsfrontretractor (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA, potentially affecting up to 6,903 vehicles.
Recall 08E033000 — SUSPENSION
| 6,903 vehicles affected
Defect: FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA
23 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Beltsfrontretractor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steeringrack And Pinion | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingengine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lightingtail Lights | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinedelivery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainmanual Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Beltsfrontanchorage | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS ALSO FUEL ING.QUIT. *AK
MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS ALSO FUEL ING.QUIT. *AK
RACK AND PINION STEERING BECAME LOOSE AND CAUSED VIBRATION WITHIN STEERING. *AK
EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH SEAT BELT INTERMITTENTLY FAILING TO RETRACT PROPERLY; CAUSING SEAT BELT TO BE INOPERATIVE. DEALER/MFR NOTIFED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT PART WAS NOT UNDER A RECALL/ REPAIRS WOULD BE AT CONSUMER'S COST. *AK
PLASTTIC PIECE ON STICK SHIFT BREAKS INSIDE THE SHIFTER, VEHICLE CAN NOT GO INTO REVERSE WHEN THIS HAPPENS.
View all Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood complaints →
Safety Rating for the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 1988 DODGE DAYTONA.
Other Model Years of the DODGE DAYTONA
- 1984 DODGE DAYTONA — 2 complaints
- 1985 DODGE DAYTONA — 5 complaints
- 1986 DODGE DAYTONA — 4 complaints
- 1987 DODGE DAYTONA — 8 complaints
- 1988 DODGE DAYTONA (current)
- 1989 DODGE DAYTONA — 39 complaints
- 1990 DODGE DAYTONA — 31 complaints
- 1991 DODGE DAYTONA — 17 complaints
- 1992 DODGE DAYTONA — 19 complaints
- 1993 DODGE DAYTONA — 17 complaints
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