Model year guide

1992 Dodge Stealth

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Dodge Stealth is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

1992 Dodge Stealth — representative photo
Representative photo

1992 Dodge Stealth at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints101
Combined18–19 mpg

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

1992 Dodge Stealth recalls 2

Power Train:transfer Case (4-wheel Drive) NHTSA Campaign #02V143002 · manufacturer #B17 · 14/05/2002

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT BY MITSUBISHI MOTOR CORPORATION FOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER, A CONDITION EXISTS THAT ALLOWS OIL TO LEAK FROM THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSFER CASE FOR INDICATIONS OF OIL LEAKAGE. VEHICLES THAT HAVE NO OIL LEAKAGE WILL HAVE THE TRANSFER CASE OIL CHANGED. VEHICLES THAT HAVE OIL LEAKAGE WILL HAVE THE TRANSFER CASE RESEALED OR REPLACED IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DECEMBER 2, 2002. O…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #96V143003 · 08/10/1996

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

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.

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 Stealth common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1992 Dodge Stealth MPG & running costs

Combined18–19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,170
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume82 cu ft
Cargo volume11 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,850 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 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 Stealth costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,850
Fuel only$20,850
Per mile$0.28

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
179.1 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
49.2 in
Wheelbase
97.2 in
Curb weight
3,075 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1992 Dodge Stealth. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP Closed

NHTSA #PE02013 · Wheels · opened Jan 2002 · closed Jun 2002

GLASS SUNROOF SHATTERING Closed

1992 - 96 DODGE STEALTH AND MITSUBISHI 300 GT

NHTSA #PE96004 · Visibility · opened Jan 1996 · closed May 1996

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 7

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB

Bulletin 0800600REV · Electrical System · Dec 2000

SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT

Bulletin 2300800B · Seats · Nov 2000

SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT

Bulletin 230800 · Seats · Mar 2000

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT

Bulletin 080600 · Electrical System · Feb 2000

SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS

Bulletin 233599REVA · Structure · Oct 1999

INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT

Bulletin 233599 · Seats · Sep 1999

SHIFT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE REVISION. *TW

Bulletin 211093 · Power Train · Mar 1993

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the STEALTH. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Dodge Stealth

The Mitsubishi 3000GT is a front-engine, all-wheel/front-wheel drive grand touring/sports car manufactured and marketed by Mitsubishi from 1990 until 2000 over three different series. Manufactured in a three-door hatchback coupé body style in Nagoya, Japan, the 2+2 four-seaters were marketed in the Japanese domestic market as the GTO, and globally as 3000GT. In North America, it was sold both as the Mitsubishi 3000GT (1991–1999) and the Dodge Stealth (1991–1996), a badge engineered, mechanically identical captive import. As a collaborative effort between Chrysler and Mitsubishi Motors, Chrysler was responsible for the Stealth's exterior styling.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1992 Dodge Stealth vehicles on record

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Other Dodge Stealth model years

1995 1993 1991

1992 Dodge Stealth — frequently asked questions

Does the 1992 Dodge Stealth have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1992 Dodge Stealth. 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 Stealth?

Across all 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, seat belts, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 1992 Dodge Stealth get?

The 1992 Dodge Stealth has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

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