1992 Dodge Spirit problems
The Dodge Spirit is a midsize automobile marketed by Dodge from the 1989 to the 1995 model years. The singular successor of the Dodge Aries, Dodge Lancer, and the Dodge 600 (initially marketed alongside the former), the Spirit was slotted between the Shadow and the Dynasty within the Dodge product line. In contrast to its predecessors, the Spirit was sold exclusively as a four-door notchback sedan.
The Spirit used the Chrysler AA platform, an extended-wheelbase variation of the Chrysler K platform. A design used across all three Chrysler divisions, the Spirit was marketed with alongside the Plymouth Acclaim and the 1990-1994 Chrysler LeBaron sedan. The model line was exported to Europe under the Chrysler Saratoga nameplate.
Chrysler assembled the Spirit alongside the Acclaim and LeBaron sedan at Newark Assembly (Newark, Delaware) and Toluca Car Assembly (Toluca, Mexico). The final example was produced on December 9, 1994. For 1995, the Dodge Stratus replaced the Spirit.
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Common 1992 Dodge Spirit problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 1992 Dodge Spirit, several common problems have been identified:
- Code 21 (O2 Sensor Feedback): The car storing a code 21 indicates a problem with the O2 sensor feedback, affecting fuel efficiency and emissions control. This issue can lead to poor engine performance and increased fuel consumption.
- Excessive Transmission Shifting: Owners have experienced the automatic transmission shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear too quickly, causing slipping when accelerating aggressively. This can result in poor acceleration and potential damage to the transmission system.
- Oil Contamination in Air Box: A common issue is oil getting into the air box through the crankcase to airbox connection. This can be a sign of engine problems, potentially related to worn piston rings or other internal engine issues.
- Inoperable Heated Air Inlet System: Problems with the heated air inlet system, including missing hoses and components, can lead to issues with cabin heating and engine performance. This can affect the overall comfort and functionality of the vehicle.
- Missing EGR System: Despite the expectation of an EGR system in the non-turbo 2.5 engine, some owners have reported the absence of this component. This can impact emissions control and engine performance, potentially leading to increased pollution and reduced fuel efficiency.
- Front Motor Mount Issues: Complaints about bad front motor mounts suggest potential problems with engine stability and alignment. This issue can cause vibrations, especially during idling or reversing, affecting overall driving comfort and potentially leading to further mechanical issues.
These common problems reported by owners of the 1992 Dodge Spirit highlight various issues affecting the car's performance, reliability, and overall driving experience.
How much is a 1993 Dodge Spirit worth?
The value of a used 1993 Dodge Spirit ranges from $846 to $4,934, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What car replaced the Dodge Spirit?
Chrysler assembled the Spirit alongside the Acclaim and LeBaron sedan at Newark Assembly (Newark, Delaware) and Toluca Car Assembly (Toluca, Mexico). The final example was produced on December 9, 1994. For 1995, the Dodge Stratus replaced the Spirit.
What was the Plymouth version of the Dodge Spirit?
The Dodge Spirit and Plymouth Acclaim (also sold as one model of the Chrysler LeBaron and, outside the US, as the Saratoga) provided reliable transportation in a traditionally styled four-door sedan from 1989 to 1995. They were available with the 2.5, 2.5 turbo, 2.2 turbo, and 3.0 V-6.
What is the top speed of the 1991 Dodge Spirit RT?
General performance
| Top speed | 227 kph (141 mph) |
|---|---|
| 600ft slalom | 99.9 kph (62.1 mph) |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.81 g (8 m/s²) |
| 30 mph - 0 | 9 m (31 ft) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 39 m (127 ft) |
How much is a 1993 Dodge Spirit worth?
The value of a used 1993 Dodge Spirit ranges from $846 to $4,934, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
What car replaced the Dodge Spirit?
Chrysler assembled the Spirit alongside the Acclaim and LeBaron sedan at Newark Assembly (Newark, Delaware) and Toluca Car Assembly (Toluca, Mexico). The final example was produced on December 9, 1994. For 1995, the Dodge Stratus replaced the Spirit.
What was the Plymouth version of the Dodge Spirit?
The Dodge Spirit and Plymouth Acclaim (also sold as one model of the Chrysler LeBaron and, outside the US, as the Saratoga) provided reliable transportation in a traditionally styled four-door sedan from 1989 to 1995. They were available with the 2.5, 2.5 turbo, 2.2 turbo, and 3.0 V-6.
What is the top speed of the 1991 Dodge Spirit RT?
General performance
| Top speed | 227 kph (141 mph) |
|---|---|
| 600ft slalom | 99.9 kph (62.1 mph) |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.81 g (8 m/s²) |
| 30 mph - 0 | 9 m (31 ft) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 39 m (127 ft) |
1992 Dodge Spirit car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Dodge Spirit problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1992 Dodge Spirit vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1992 Dodge Spirit
The NHTSA has received 79 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1992 Dodge Spirit. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1992 Dodge Spirit vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-22
- VIN: 1B3XA4630NF
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL AIRBAG LIGHT DOES NOT WORK.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-07
- VIN: 1B3XA4630NF
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I AM RETRACTING WHAT I REPORTED ON MY AIRBAG LIGHT...IT DOES COME ON AND THEN GO OUT BUT STILL...I DONT KNOW IF ITS SAFE... UPDATED
STEERING,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-05-15
- Components: STEERING,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: POWER STEERING ON 1992 DODGE 230 XPLORER M.H. VAN. HAD VAN TAKEN TO HEMET CHRYSLER IN HEMET CALIF. AND "THEY" DETERMINED THAT THE STEERING GEAR BOX NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE SERVICE MANAGER AND SERVICE WRITER ADAMANTLY STATE THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE AFTER THEY STATED THEY REPLACED THE BOX....YET....THE STEERING IS EXACTLY THE SAME AS WHEN I HAD THE VEHICLE TAKEN TO THEM. I HAVE SINCE RESEARCHED SEVERAL SITES WITH MUCH INFORMATION THAT CHRYSLER HAS KNOWN FOR YEARS THAT DODGE CARS (DID NOT MENTION MY VAN) HAVE HAD STEERING PROBLEMS AND THOSE PROBLEMS HAVE CAUSED MANY ACCIDENTS AND SOME DEATHS. THE WANDERING AND LOOSENESS AND VERY SLOW TO RETURN CONTINUES PLUS AN ADDED PROBLEM NOTED WHEN THEY RETURNED THE VAN, A SCREAMING OF THE STEERING WHEEL. CHECKED THE FLUID AND FOUND IT CONTINUOUSLY LEAKS FROM DAY ONE OF THE VEHICLE RETURNED TO ME. THE VEHICLE WAS AT THEIR SHOP FOUR TIMES TOTAL. THIS DEALERSHIP HAS ADAMANTLY REFUSED TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE STEERING PROBLEM AND DENIES THE DESTRUCTION OF THE ROOF ASSEMBLY. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF YOUR AGENCY HAS ANY REPORTS SUCH AS MINE CONCERNING THE DODGE STEERING PROBLEMS AND IN PARTICULAR THE DEALERSHIP OF HEMET CHRYSLER IN HEMET CALIFORNIA. I AM SEEKING CLEAR INFORMATION RELATIVE TO THE STEERING OF ALL CHRYSLER/DODGE PRODUCTS WITH EMPHASIS ON THE VANS USED FOR MOTOR HOMES IN AND SINCE 1992, THANK YOU. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CONCERNS REGARDING RECALLS ON 1992 DODGE SPIRIT.*MR CONSUMER REQUEST INFORMATION ON 1992 DODGE SPIRIT RECALLS. *NM *JB
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-06
- VIN: 1B3XA46K0NF
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: LEFT SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM OR PIVOT SUDDENLY CAME LOOSE IN HEAVY SNOW. THE RIGHT SIDE WIPER CONTINUED TO WORK BUT THE LEFT SIDE ONLY MOVED INCHES IF AT ALL. WHILE TRYING TO PULL OFF I-79 I NEARLY HIT ANOTHER CAR DUE TO SNOW COVERED LEFT SIDE WINDSHIELD. WIPER ARM IS LOOSE ON PIVOT OR PIVOT IS LOOSE. WE'VE HAD THE PROBLEM BEFORE, DODGE WAS TO ORDER A REPLACEMENT PIVOT WHEN THE CAR WAS IN MY MOTHER'S NAME. *LA
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 9999
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: ALL 4 TIRES EXPERIENCED CRACKS AND BULGES AROUND THE OUTSIDE OF THE TIRE SIDEWALL. (VEHICLE MODEL 2500) *JB THE TREAD WAS WORN TO WEAR INDICATORS AFTER 14K MILES. THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS WERE GIVEN IN REFERENCE TO THE DOT#: ANORDJ5475, ANORDJ5405, AND ANORDJ5485. SCC
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-01-15
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL ODORS ARE GETTING INTO VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE BEEN TO THE DEALER ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Fire: 1
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CHRYSLER TRANSMISSIONS USED ON ALL SPIRITS, ACCLAIMS, LEBARON SEDANS, CIRRUS, STRATUS, ALL MINIVANS MUST BE INVESTIGATED. THERE IS A BUILT IN DEFECT. I WOULD HAVE REPORTED THIS SOONER, BUT I WAS A CHRYSLER EMPLOYEE. THE SECOND TIME THE TRANS FAILED WAS AT 65-70 MPH IN TRAFFIC. ALSO, CAUGHT ON FIRE AS WELL, SMOKE ENTERED THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-22
- VIN: 3B3XA66A7NT
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: HEAD GASKET CRACKED ON ORIGINAL AND ON THE SAMEPLACE ON THE REPLACEMENT. *SLC
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-01
- VIN: 1B3XA463XNF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THIS CAR WAS ORIGINALLY LEASED NEW BY A FORMER EMPLOYER IN 1992. I AM THE ORIGINAL DRIVER AND HAS TRULY FOLLOWED ALL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES AND PERFORMED ALL REQUIRED REPAIRS. THE CAR HAS BEEN DRIVEN MODERATELY ALL DURING ITS LIFE. THE REAR TORSION BAR, WHICH IS LOCATED INSIDE THE REAR AXLE AND RUNS BETWEEN BOTH REAR WHEELS, HAS APPARENTLY BROKEN. THE REPAIR WILL COST $650 PLUS TAX. THE INTEGRITY OF THE REAR SUSPENSION IS PRESUMABLY A SAFETY ISSUE. WHEREAS THE FRONT SUSPENSION, STEERING, AXLES ARE VERY COMPLEX IN A FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE AUTO, THE REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION IS, FROM WHAT I CAN TELL, VERY LOW-TECH AND SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF THE AUTO. INSTEAD, THE TORSION BAR IN THIS RATHER INERT PART OF THE CAR HAS SIMPLY BROKEN FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I HAVE HEARD OF OTHER CASES OF A BROKEN REAR TORSION BAR, BOTH AT THIS DEALER'S SERVICE OPERATION AND AT MY LOCAL GARAGE. THIS STRIKES ME AS BEING AN ENGINEERING/MANUFACTURING DEFECT IN THE SUSPENSION RATHER THE RESULT OF NORMAL WEAR AND USE. MY DODGE SAYS CHRYSLER REFUSES TO PARTICIPATE FINANCIALLY IN THE REPAIR, SAYING THEY DON'T WANT TO SET A "PRECEDENT." PLEASE ADDRESS THIS SAFETY ISSUE.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-04-27
- VIN: 1B3XA46K7NF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER QUIT WORKING. ON 04/23, THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD NOT WORK FOR THE FIRST 5 MILES, THEN IT WOULD START WORKING. ON 4/27 THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER QUIT WORKING ALL TOGETHER. ON 01/07/98, I WAS CHARGED 320.52 TO REPLACE THE SPEED AND EMISSION SENSORS. CAN YOU PLEASE HELP ME TO GET THIS DEFECT CORRECTED. WITH ACCESSING THIS WEBSITE I WAS UNAWARE THAT OTHERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED THAT THE DEALER (ZANGARA DODGE) KNEW ABOUT THESE DEFEATS YEARS IN ADVANCE, YET I WAS CHARGED TO CORRECT THESE PROBLEMS. SINCE THIS PROBLEM HAS REACCURED, ANY HELP THAT YOU CAN PROVIDE ME WILL BE APPRECIATED. DRIVING WITHOUT A SPEEDOMETER IS SCARY AND VERY DANGEROUS....I JUST DO NOT HAVE ANOTHER $320 TO PAY THE DEALERSHIP TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM AGAIN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-02-21
- VIN: 3B3XA46K0NT
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I DID A REPORT YESTERDAY, BUT I HAD THE DATE I BOUGHT THE CAR WRONG, I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 1999 MAY 8, I HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS SAFETY WISE. I HAVE A DODGE SHEET RECALL LISING THE TBS NUMBER FOR THE ITEMS ON MY CAR THAT HAV\E A DEFAUL\T IN IT IS AS FOLLOWS #081695A SPEED CONTROL DONT WORK, #2210695A SHIFT QUALITY POOR #31804936 POWER LOSS WHILE DRIVING, #4210193 WHISTLING NOISE AT IDLE, NUMBER 5110193 SQUEAKING NOISE FROM EXHAUST PIPE. NUMBER #7 060292 IGNITION KEY HARD TO TURN, 050692 REAR BRAKE RATTLES THE SPPED ODOMETER NEVER WORKED, I DID NOT RECEIVE A OWNER MANUAL, I RECEIVE THE LIST FROM AUTOMOTIVE RECALLS AND TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIONS FOR 1992 DODGE SPIRIT V6-181 3.0L SOCH VIN 3 FL PROVIDE BY ALLDATA ISSUE FEB 92 SAFETY RECALL NUMBER 538 TSB NUMBER 538, I HAVE A LOT OF OTHER DEFEACTS PLEASE CONTACT ME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. *AK
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-18
- VIN: 3B3XA46K0NT
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SINCE I PURCHASED MY CAR, I HAD TO HAVE A LOT OF REPAIRS, I JUST LEARN FROM A CAR DEALER THAT DODGE SPIRIT 92 ARE RECALLED CARS, I HAVE HAD A LOT OF PAINT PEELING SINCE I BOUGHT MY CAR, WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT IT AT HAD ONLY ONE SIDE OF THE CAR THAT WAS PEELING, NOW ITS PEELING VERY WHERE, THE DAY I DROVE OFF THE LOT WITH THE CAR I NOTICED THE ODOMETER WAS NOT WORKING AND TO THIS DAY IT STILL DO NOT WORK, SO I DONT KNOW HOW FAST I DRIVE, WHEN I DRIVE I LOSE POWER RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, THIS IS SCARY AND DANGEROUS, IT JUST CUT OFF. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-01-25
- VIN: 383XA46K6NT
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE TRYING TO OPEN THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR HINGE BROKE WITHOUT A PRIOR WARNING. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-01-29
- VIN: 3B3XA46K6NP
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN CITY CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN INTO A PARKING LOT, HIT THE END OF CURB, AND DRIVER'S AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-09-26
- VIN: 1B3XA5630NF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION/OVERDRIVE WILL SUDDENLY SHIFT FROM THIRD TO SECOND WHILE GOING 55 MPH, CAUSING DISINTEGRATION OF TRANSMISSION, RESULTING IN PIECES OF METAL FALLING INTO THE TRANSMISSION PAN. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-05-09
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE TRUNK SEAL LEAKS AT THE UPPER CORNERS OF THE TRUNK. WATER COLLECTED INSIDE AND TRUNK HAS RUSTED IN CERTAIN AREAS. THE JACK AND SPARE TIRE, WHICH SAT IN THE BOTTOM OF THE TRUNK, WERE BEYOND REPAIR. ALSO, SEVERAL TIMES THE TURN SIGNALS HAVE FAILED. USUALLY HAVE TO STOP AND RESTART THE CAR TO GET THEM TO WORK. ELECTRICAL SHORT OF SOME KIND?
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-12-10
- VIN: 1B3XA46K5NF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SMELLED AN ODOR OF BURNING ELECTRICAL WIRES INSIDE OF VEHICLE. WHEN IGNITION SWITCH IS ON, WIRES WOULD GLOW BRIGHT ORANGE. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK WIRE HARNESS. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-03
- VIN: 1B3XA4630NF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING THROUGH RAIN PUDDLES OR SNOW, THE POWER STEERING /ALTERNATER BELT SLIPS OFF ITS PULLEYS
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING A LOUD NOISE WAS RECONGNIZED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A SHOP WERE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD BROKEN. DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-28
- VIN: 1B3XA4633NF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION FAILURE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-24
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON. A REPAIR SHOP CONTACTED, AND STATED THEY CANNOT TOUCH THE VEHICLE WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION, DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE. RACTURES OF UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT, COULD RESULT IN LACK OF COUPLING LOAD AND LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. RECALL 92V-015.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-03-01
- VIN: 1B3XA46K5NF
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY AS THROTTLE WAS STUCK WIDE OPEN. HIT 70 MPH IN A 45 MPH ZONE. STOPPED VEHICLE BY TURNING IGNITION OFF.
1992 Dodge Spirit recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1992 Dodge Spirit.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Summary: THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.
- Consequence: FRACTURES OF THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLINGBOLT RESULT IN A LACK OF COUPLING LOAD ON THE SHAFT AND LOSS OF STEERINGCONTROL.
- Remedy: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.
Negative 1992 Dodge Spirit car reviews
Positive 1992 Dodge Spirit car reviews
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Hi there! I just wanted to share my experience with my car. I bought it back in 1991 and it has been my trusty companion for over 12 years now. I have had very few repairs to make and they were all minor. The best part is that maintenance is easy to do myself and the parts are standard and not expensive. I can confidently say that this car is the most reliable one I have ever owned and has definitely been a great value for me. Even though I keep thinking about trading it in, it just keeps on running great! I can still do 75 mph on the highway and it still gets 24 mpg driving around town. Thanks for listening!
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I bought this car new in 1990 and have always loved it. Although there is minor rust on the doors, the original engine and transmission have held up well. I've always made sure to keep the car well-maintained and it has never let me down. The only issue I had was with the radio, which unfortunately had to be replaced after 5 years.
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I've had this car since it had 94,000 miles on it. It has caused me minor problems, but nothing out of the ordinary for an old and aged car. It's been through a lot, but it's very reliable. When I'm in the spirit, all is well. I've found that when I take care of the car, it takes care of me. It really has been reliable, but you should stay on top of its normal maintenance.
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This is such a great car! It always feels like it knows exactly what I need. I've driven it over 300 miles a week at times and it's never let me down. Plus, it handles really well in snowy conditions!
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I bought this car a few months ago for both fun and work. I'm really impressed with how much power Dodge was able to get out of the 2.2L engine! It surprises everyone who rides in it, and even those left behind! The seats are quite comfortable, and there's plenty of room. If you get the chance, and can find one (only 1200 were built), grab it... it's a fantastic sedan for well under $2000!
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Are you having problems with your 1992 Dodge Spirit?
Marcos Bergstrom 2024-10-03
This car may not be the most beautiful, but it performs exceptionally well and the five-speed transmission works perfectly. It's an absolute pleasure to drive on the highway and an incredible value for the price.
Maxwell Schneider 2024-09-18
This was my first car that I bought a little less than a year ago and I have not had any problems at all. When I bought it, it only had 55,000 miles. The A/C is awesome and the only maintenance I have needed has been a normal oil change.
Garrett Weimann 2024-04-26
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my car. I purchased it 2 years ago with 106,000 miles on it, and now it has 124,000 miles. Unfortunately, I've been experiencing some issues with the transmission and engine lately. If you're in the market for a car, I would recommend considering something newer. However, if this is all you can afford right now, it's still a decent option. Take care!
Mason Swift 2024-01-03
I bought this car about 2 months ago. Although it has some rust on the hood, trunk, and under the bottoms of the doors, I'm still enjoying it. The tachometer sometimes sticks and the speedometer is a bit off, but it has surprisingly strong acceleration for a 4 cylinder automatic. With 179,000 miles, I try not to take it over 75 mph because it makes some strange noises when I go fast. Overall, I'm happy with it as my first car.