1992 Dodge Daytona

Introduction The 1992 Dodge Daytona was a sporty coupe that offered a unique blend of performance and style. It was available with a choice of two engines and two transmission options. The base engine was a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that produced 150 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. The optional engine was a 3.0-liter V6 that produced 172 horsepower and 191 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were paired with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission.

Engine

• 2.5-liter four-cylinder
  • Intake manifold gasket failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant and oil leaks, engine overheating
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
    • Recalls: N/A
• 3.0-liter V6
  • Cracked cylinder heads:
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, engine overheating, loss of power
    • Solution: Replace cylinder heads
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: N/A
  • Timing belt failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine will not start, no compression
    • Solution: Replace timing belt and tensioner
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200+
    • Recalls: N/A

Transmission

• Five-speed manual transmission
  • Synchronizer failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noises
    • Solution: Replace or repair synchronizers
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
    • Recalls: N/A
• Four-speed automatic transmission
  • Torque converter shudder:
    • Description/Symptoms: Vibration when accelerating or shifting gears
    • Solution: Replace torque converter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,200 - $1,800+
    • Recalls: N/A
  • Transmission slipping:
    • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, erratic shifting
    • Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: N/A

Suspension

• Front suspension:
  • Strut failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Excessive noise, poor handling, uneven tire wear
    • Solution: Replace struts
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ per strut
    • Recalls: N/A
• Rear suspension:
  • Shock absorber failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Excessive bounce, poor handling
    • Solution: Replace shock absorbers
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ per shock absorber
    • Recalls: N/A

Electrical

• Battery:
  • Premature failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely, difficulty starting vehicle
    • Solution: Replace battery
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
    • Recalls: N/A
• Alternator:
  • Voltage regulator failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Undercharging of battery, dim lights
    • Solution: Replace voltage regulator
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+
    • Recalls: N/A

Exterior

• Headlights:
  • Foggy or yellowed lenses:
    • Description/Symptoms: Reduced visibility at night
    • Solution: Replace headlight lenses
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+ per lens
    • Recalls: N/A

Interior

• Dashboard:
  • Cracked or faded:
    • Description/Symptoms: Aesthetically unappealing, reduced visibility of gauges
    • Solution: Replace dashboard
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
    • Recalls: N/A
• Door panels:
  • Loose or rattling:
    • Description/Symptoms: Excessive noise, poor fit and finish
    • Solution: Tighten or replace door panel clips
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $100+
    • Recalls: N/A

Summary The 1992 Dodge Daytona had several common issues, including cracked cylinder heads, timing belt failure, and transmission slipping. While some of these issues were minor and relatively inexpensive to fix, others could be quite costly to repair. Overall, the Daytona was a reliable car, but it did have its share of problems.