Dodge Stealth 1996

Model Stealth made in 1996 by Dodge got 1 consumer complain, 2 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to power train. . Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car had one investigation (wheels). There was one recall concerning power train . The car has one 3.0l engine.

Model 1996

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsFWD18/23/2020/30/24Regular$ 9003950801
( 3.0L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsFWD18/24/2020/31/24Premium$ 10123950802
( 3.0L) 6Manual, 5 gearsFWD19/25/2121/32/25Premium$ 9643950802
( 3.0L) 6Manual, 5 gearsFWD19/24/2121/31/25Regular$ 8573950801
( 3.0L) 6Manual, 6 gears4WD18/24/2020/31/23Premium$ 10123950801

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
02V143002DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION V (Vehicle)900012/02/2002ODICHRYSLER GROUP LLC05/14/200206/03/2002
Defect SummaryOn 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.
Consequence SummaryLow oil levels in the transfer case could cause bearing damage and result in drive train lockup, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesDaimlerchrysler recall no. b17.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
AIR BAGS
08270009/29/20006092304Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt12/04/2000
AIR BAGS - ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
08379911/12/1999081798C6089800Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles. *tt02/25/2000
08179812/30/1998603153Subject regarding airbag on - off switches. *yc02/05/1999
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
080100105/25/2001620059Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt07/10/2001
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
2902/01/200310001103The engine control module (ecm) may not illuminate the check engine lamp during an inspection and maintenance test required by federal and california emission regulations. *tt04/14/2003

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
WHEELS
PE02013CHRYSLER GROUP LLC01/31/200206/03/2002TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP02V143001
 Allege that the transfer case assembly locked up and/or was leaking lubricant.
PE02013CHRYSLER GROUP LLC01/31/200206/03/2002TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP02V143002
 Allege that the transfer case assembly locked up and/or was leaking lubricant.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
10/19/20041
 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 notices from the manufacturer and the dealer informed the consumer this vehicle was not included in the recall. please fill additional information. *jb