1989 Dodge Dynasty
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1989 Dodge Dynasty. Newest first.
The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The leakage of oil in the engine compartment could causea fire.
Remedy
Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.
Owner complaints
55 complaints1 involved a crash5 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine · Engine and engine cooling
Vehicle has been leaking oil from gasket into ac compressor, we have replaced it twice and it still leaks. Researching online there IS a recall for it 89v237000 that describes the problem exactly. I called the dealership, who researched my vin and said that my vehicle IS unaffected. I would assume that if my vehicle fits the description of the problem exactly, then it should be fixed. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1989 dodge dynasty. The contact stated he noticed oil leaking form the vehicle while the engine was shut off. The dealer advised there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the valve cover gasket was replaced. The repair did…
TL* the contact owns a 1989 dodge dynasty. The contact stated he noticed oil leaking form the vehicle while the engine was shut off. The dealer advised there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the valve cover gasket was replaced. The repair did not correct the failure. The failure mileage was 111,000 and the current mileage was 130,000. updated 05/19/2010. *Lj updated 06/29/10 *bf the camshaft had to be replaced. Updated 07/06/10.*jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Consumer complained about brake failure while driving. The brakes failed to stop vehicle when the pedal was depressed. Consumer had to pull into a parking lot and coast to a complete stop. upon inspection of the brake pads and lines by the dealership they were fine. dealership noticed metal shaving in the brake fluid, and brake pump malfunctioned. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
I thought chrysler was to repair their cost? Note: repair work indicated, for failed valve cover gasket .nhtsa recall ID number # 89v237000. I understand replacement part IS a "revised (valve)cover" w/"rtv sealant" application.(should this not be done a.s.a.p. For risk of fire? And, IS this not…
I thought chrysler was to repair their cost? Note: repair work indicated, for failed valve cover gasket .nhtsa recall ID number # 89v237000. I understand replacement part IS a "revised (valve)cover" w/"rtv sealant" application.(should this not be done a.s.a.p. For risk of fire? And, IS this not to be completed at licensed chrysler dealer-mechanic shop, and supplied by and paid in full, by chrysler? 'They' claim: "no". Please advice accordingly-per e mail and,or writing u.s. Mail. Thank you! ly'; per recall. *Ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
Smoke from dashboard/ drivers side, #14 fuse IS open. Replaced pink/black wire from fuse panel to headlight switch.. #14 switch continues to open intermittantly. Replaced all parking/tail lamps. Fuse continues to open intermittantly. Checked license plate lamps, found (l) lamp socket shorted. Lamp…
Smoke from dashboard/ drivers side, #14 fuse IS open. Replaced pink/black wire from fuse panel to headlight switch.. #14 switch continues to open intermittantly. Replaced all parking/tail lamps. Fuse continues to open intermittantly. Checked license plate lamps, found (l) lamp socket shorted. Lamp socket broken down into a sticky gooey substance that disintegrated onto my fingers, only base of socket remained intact. Disconnected base of socket from circuit. #14 fuse stopped opening.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Power train › Automatic transmission
Loud clunking noise when shifting auto transmission into drive or reverse from park. serviced transmission fluid and oilchange @150,590m, at which time attendant @ svc. Station informed me that two motor mounts were broken/missing, and that immediate service of components was necessary. drove…
Loud clunking noise when shifting auto transmission into drive or reverse from park. serviced transmission fluid and oilchange @150,590m, at which time attendant @ svc. Station informed me that two motor mounts were broken/missing, and that immediate service of components was necessary. drove vehicle home(5 miles) and parked. vehicle responded marginally to transmission fluid change, but stalled upon slowing to stop or turn. engine appears to be free-floating in compartment, and resulting misalignment causes frequent stalling.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While traveling transmission seemed to halt unexpectedly, losing the top gear. I took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, paid over $100.00 for said inspection and they recommended replacement at $3200.00 they neglected to inform me of the many recalls on this transmission, and would not help me. (Dealer: bellevue dodge, bellevue wa. *Ak
- Electrical system › Wiring
Consumer was traveling about 15mph on highway and noticed a smell coming from underneath vehicle. he was able to pull over and lifted hood, and battery was on fire. dealership was aware of problem.*ak
- Power train › Axle assembly
While driving about 20 mph, all of a sudden rear end dropped down to the ground. Vehicle was towed to owner's home. A mechanic has looked at vehicle ,and found that rear axle cracked and twisted. Please provide any further information.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Vehicle experienced engine fire while driving (ohio traffic crash report). *mjs
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer was never notified of recall 89v237 of the valve cover gasket. nlm
- Power train › Axle assembly
Rear axle failed while driving at 20 mph. vehicle was towed toan independent repair shop. Manufacturer was notified, and informed consumer that parts were not covered under manufacturer's recall. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to be "hard," and have extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. *ak *ML
- Power train › Automatic transmission
When vehicle was put in drive the vehicle felt like it was in neutral, and it made clunking noises. Dealer said transmission needed to be replaced. *ak
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator · Electrical system › Starter assembly · Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
01Mar99: had parked & left vehicle idling. Returned heard noise. arrived home & noticed heavy smoke. Vehicle caught fire under hood. Fire dept arrived & extinguisehd the flames. informed consumer that it was an electrical problem under hood. Had happeneded again on may 11,y99. Same problem &…
01Mar99: had parked & left vehicle idling. Returned heard noise. arrived home & noticed heavy smoke. Vehicle caught fire under hood. Fire dept arrived & extinguisehd the flames. informed consumer that it was an electrical problem under hood. Had happeneded again on may 11,y99. Same problem & fire. Also, sometimes hard to start vehicle. replaced battery & starter before fires. Each time had worked for a while & then failed. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The engine head gaskets have gone bad, causing a leak in the compartment and outside on the engine. Dealer has not been contacted.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Have been told that there was a recall issued on engine head gaskets, but did not find it on your site. Recall 89v27. *ak
- Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manual
Manual information does not have information on what oil to use on the hood cover.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
When driving the vehicle, the consumer smelled oil burning and there was an oil leakage. Vehicle sounded like it was trying to cut off. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Electronic transmission problems.
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Vehicle fire due to leak in the power steering hose.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission constantly slips, unable to correct problem.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Structure › Body › Door
Engine valve cover gasket failed, causing oil to leak.
- Suspension
The left outer tie rod end separated and caused loss of steering.
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Plastic piece inside release buttion mechanism will not disengage, causing fastner to stick. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Transmission downshifting
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Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 6089028Information on 41te/42le service information. *Nlm
- 6088988Concerns with 41te/42le transaxle shudder during an emcc (electronically modulated converter clutch) shift. *Nlm
- 6088786Concerns with engine coolant usage. *Nlm
- 621898Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4.
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 615688Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 612160Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *Mjs
- 610635Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 607963Information on child seat tether anchors.
- 607959This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 605014Conditions with intermittent loss of speed control.
- 604696Subject regarding reusable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 604364Service and parts information on 1999 running changes to transmission range sensor (trs)
- 600862Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment.
- 600751Subject on delayed transaxle engagement.
- 54371Condition with tranaxle shudder during a 3RD gear to 3RD gear partial emcc ( electronically modulated converter clutch) engagement, 3RD gear partial emcc to 4TH gear partial emcc engagement, or 4TH gear to 4TH gear emcc engagement.
- 52963Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol.
- 51993Vehicle shudder during torque converter emcc (lock up) operation/diagnostic trouble code 38.
- 51942Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black.
- 46371Bulletin supersedes technical service bulletin 08-16-95, dated apr. 14, 1995. If the vehicle operator **repeatedly** presses and releases the set button with their foot off of the accelerator (a 'lift foot set' to begin speed control operation), the vehicle may accelerate and exceed the desired set speed by up to 5 mph (8 km/h) and then decelerate to less than the desired set speed before finally achieving the desired set speed.
- 43055Unknown
- 41049Cruise control overshoot/undershoot during initial set speed selection.
- 39009Improved transmission shift quality.
- 39008Cold start hesitation.
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