Dodge Shadow Problems by Year
NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Dodge Shadow, across 5 model years (1995–1999). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Dodge Shadow years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Shadow model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1997 Shadow: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 Shadow: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1998 Shadow: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Dodge Shadow problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Dodge Shadow model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Shadow | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 1998 Shadow | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1997 Shadow | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1996 Shadow | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 1995 Shadow | 1 | 0 | — | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Shadow years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (2), 1999 (1), 1998 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Dodge Shadow?
Power Train, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Dodge Shadow have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.