1996 Dodge Stealth Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Stealth years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 Dodge Stealth. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Stealth model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Dodge Stealth problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1996 Dodge Stealth recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Problem: 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.
Risk: Low oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Transfer case lockup (PE02013) — opened Jan 31, 2002, closed Jun 3, 2002, led to recall 02V143001.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving, the oil light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The consumer pulled into the parking lot. The consumer noticed oil had leaked out of the vehicle. The consumer had the vehicle towed. The mechanic informed the consumer that the oil galley plug needed replacement. 671 recall…
Other Dodge Stealth years
← 1995 Stealth · 1997 Stealth →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 Stealth | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 Stealth | 13 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Dodge Stealth?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Dodge Stealth?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 Dodge Stealth a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Stealth model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.