Model year guide

1992 Dodge COLT

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Dodge COLT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1992 Dodge COLT — representative photo
Representative photo

1992 Dodge COLT at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints15
Combined26–29 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1992 Dodge COLT recalls 2

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #97V063002 · 12/05/1997

EXCESS LUBRICATION CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER DOOR LATCH SWITCH COVER TO DEFORM, AND THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH TO MALFUNCTION, SO THAT THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE WOULD REMAIN AT THE A-PILLAR WHEN THE DOOR WAS CLOSED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH WITH A SWITCH THAT UTILIZES REDUCED LUBRICATING GREASE, IMPROVED CONTACT SURFACE, AND A DIFFERENT RUBBER ISOLATION BOOT.

Seat Belts:front:anchorage NHTSA Campaign #97V073002 · 12/05/1997

THE GUIDE RAIL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTAINS A COVERED CABLE AND ALSO AN ANGLED BELT GUIDE AT THE TOP END OF THE WEBBING. THE COMBINATION OF THESE FACTORS CAN LEAD, OVER TIME, TO THE CABLE'S MOVEMENT EXERTING ABRADING FORCE TO THE LOWER EDGES OF THE CABLE'S CHAMBER, SUFFICIENT TO CAUSE THE CABLE TO DROP OUT OF THE CHAMBER WITH THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE BECOMING STUCK.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REPLACEMENT GUIDE RAIL THAT INCORPORATES A DOUBLE LIP DUST SEAL AND AN ANODIC OXIDE COATING.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1992 Dodge COLT common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

1992 Dodge COLT MPG & running costs

Combined26–29 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,433
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
Transmission3 options
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$167 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1992 Dodge COLT costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,165
Fuel only$12,165
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1992 Dodge COLT vehicles on record

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1992 Dodge COLT — frequently asked questions

Does the 1992 Dodge COLT have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1992 Dodge COLT. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Dodge COLT?

Across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, engine and engine cooling, visibility.

What gas mileage does the 1992 Dodge COLT get?

The 1992 Dodge COLT has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–29 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.