Dodge Shadow 1988
Model Shadow made in 1988 by Dodge got 19 consumer complains there are 3 investigations as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, equipment and power train. The car had some investigations: seat belts, steering. There were some recalls concerningseat belts, suspension. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.2l, 2.5l.
Model 1988
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.2L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 20/25/22 | 22/32/26 | Premium | $ 785 | 4 | 870812 |
| ( 2.2L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 24/29/26 | 27/37/31 | Regular | $ 578 | 4 | 870801 |
| ( 2.2L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 25/33/28 | 27/42/33 | Regular | $ 536 | 4 | 870801 |
| ( 2.2L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 21/29/24 | 23/37/28 | Premium | $ 719 | 4 | 870812 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/28/25 | 25/36/29 | Regular | $ 600 | 4 | 870801 |
| ( 2.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 23/31/26 | 25/39/30 | Regular | $ 578 | 4 | 870801 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V053000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 05/01/1988 to 06/01/1989 | V (Vehicle) | 115000 | 12/28/1992 | ODI | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 04/13/1992 | 04/23/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The automatic shoulder restraint systems can malfunction and become inoperative. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Seat occupants without shoulder restraints are subject toincreased risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the system drive and rail assembly with revised components. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: automatic shoulder restraints.vehicle description: passenger cars with automatic shoulder restraints.note: while the automatic shoulder restrain system may not function, therestraint system can be operated manually, and should be used to preservethe safety of the seat occupant. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V129000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 05/01/1988 to 06/01/1988 | V (Vehicle) | 6500 | 11/28/1988 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 08/01/1988 | 08/16/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Front passenger seat lap belt retractor, which incorporates a child seat belt locking feature, may malfunction. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Seat belt lock would extract and child seat may move outof its restrained position. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace front passenger seat lap retractor with a redesigned retractor. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: front passenger seat lap belt.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 08E033000 | FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS | E (Equipment) | 6903 | 05/22/2008 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 04/14/2008 | 04/17/2008 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket ball joint assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||
| EA91043 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 10/30/1991 | 04/20/1992 | AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 92V053000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE91082 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/05/1991 | 10/30/1991 | AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| STEERING | ||||||
| PE91065 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 04/16/1991 | 08/30/1991 | STEERING GEAR BOLTS LOOSEN | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| The engine gasket was replaced two times and the whole head was cracked. tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Transmission failed, engine failed at 69,000 miles, excess oil consumption repaired under warranty, rear axle reinforcement bar broke at 52,000 miles , outer tierod ends replaced at 49,000 miles, left front brake caliper failed at 10,000 miles, engine thermostat failed at 12,000 miles, air conditioning belt idler failed at 17,000, air conditioning compressor and evaporator failed at 67,000 miles, recall on drivers seat back retaining bolt... car has had nothing but one problems.......will not buy another chrysler vehicle........*ak | |||
| 01/21/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle fire. *aw | |||
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Transmission failed, engine failed at 69,000 miles, excess oil consumption repaired under warranty, rear axle reinforcement bar broke at 52,000 miles , outer tierod ends replaced at 49,000 miles, left front brake caliper failed at 10,000 miles, engine thermostat failed at 12,000 miles, air conditioning belt idler failed at 17,000, air conditioning compressor and evaporator failed at 67,000 miles, recall on drivers seat back retaining bolt... car has had nothing but one problems.......will not buy another chrysler vehicle........*ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 07/08/1996 | 8 | ||
| Odometer fraud. *sd | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Transmission failed, engine failed at 69,000 miles, excess oil consumption repaired under warranty, rear axle reinforcement bar broke at 52,000 miles , outer tierod ends replaced at 49,000 miles, left front brake caliper failed at 10,000 miles, engine thermostat failed at 12,000 miles, air conditioning belt idler failed at 17,000, air conditioning compressor and evaporator failed at 67,000 miles, recall on drivers seat back retaining bolt... car has had nothing but one problems.......will not buy another chrysler vehicle........*ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Transmission failed, engine failed at 69,000 miles, excess oil consumption repaired under warranty, rear axle reinforcement bar broke at 52,000 miles , outer tierod ends replaced at 49,000 miles, left front brake caliper failed at 10,000 miles, engine thermostat failed at 12,000 miles, air conditioning belt idler failed at 17,000, air conditioning compressor and evaporator failed at 67,000 miles, recall on drivers seat back retaining bolt... car has had nothing but one problems.......will not buy another chrysler vehicle........*ak | |||
| 11/04/1994 | 4 | ||
| Rear axle failed, causing noise when attempting to make turns. *skd | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 03/23/1994 | |||
| The front passenger automatic seat belt restraint system doesn't operate or retract properly. please describe. *ak | |||
| 12/19/1995 | |||
| Driver's and passenger's side automatic shoulder belt failure, problem occurs in cold weather, dealer is lubricating belt but doesn't correct problem. tt | |||
| 06/17/1995 | 9 | ||
| Right front automatic shoulder belt stuck prior to recall (92v-053). *ak | |||
| The safety restraint motor is on recall and the owners dealership are having a problem getiing the part. please describe details. tt | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 07/16/1997 | 1 | 03/16/1997 | |
| Seat belts failed on the front drivers side during accident, causing an injury. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 07/01/1995 | 3 | ||
| Engine light comes on for no reason. tt | |||
| 07/01/1995 | 3 | ||
| All three seat belt buckles in the rear are defect . tt | |||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Transmission failed, engine failed at 69,000 miles, excess oil consumption repaired under warranty, rear axle reinforcement bar broke at 52,000 miles , outer tierod ends replaced at 49,000 miles, left front brake caliper failed at 10,000 miles, engine thermostat failed at 12,000 miles, air conditioning belt idler failed at 17,000, air conditioning compressor and evaporator failed at 67,000 miles, recall on drivers seat back retaining bolt... car has had nothing but one problems.......will not buy another chrysler vehicle........*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Transmission failed, engine failed at 69,000 miles, excess oil consumption repaired under warranty, rear axle reinforcement bar broke at 52,000 miles , outer tierod ends replaced at 49,000 miles, left front brake caliper failed at 10,000 miles, engine thermostat failed at 12,000 miles, air conditioning belt idler failed at 17,000, air conditioning compressor and evaporator failed at 67,000 miles, recall on drivers seat back retaining bolt... car has had nothing but one problems.......will not buy another chrysler vehicle........*ak | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Transmission failed, engine failed at 69,000 miles, excess oil consumption repaired under warranty, rear axle reinforcement bar broke at 52,000 miles , outer tierod ends replaced at 49,000 miles, left front brake caliper failed at 10,000 miles, engine thermostat failed at 12,000 miles, air conditioning belt idler failed at 17,000, air conditioning compressor and evaporator failed at 67,000 miles, recall on drivers seat back retaining bolt... car has had nothing but one problems.......will not buy another chrysler vehicle........*ak | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||
| 08/06/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving at any speed vehicle had excessive play in steering wheel. consumer's husband, who was mechanic, found that rack and pinion was missing one mounting bolt and the other one was loose. dealership was notified. *ak | |||