1989 Dodge Dynasty problems & reliability
55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Dodge Dynasty. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
1 complaint report injuries (1 injured).
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train → | 22 | 40% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 15 | 27% |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 15% |
| Electrical System | 5 | 9% |
| Steering | 5 | 9% |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 5% |
| Suspension | 3 | 5% |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4% |
| Engine | 1 | 2% |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Vehicle has been leaking oil from gasket into ac compressor, we have replaced it twice and it still leaks. Researching online there is a recall for it 89v237000 that describes the problem exactly. I called the dealership, who researched my vin and said that my vehicle is unaffected. I would assume that if my vehicle…”
Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Mar 6, 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 1989 dodge dynasty. The contact stated he noticed oil leaking form the vehicle while the engine was shut off. The dealer advised there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the valve cover gasket was replaced. The repair did not correct the…”
Engine and Engine Cooling · filed Apr 14, 2010
“Consumer complained about brake failure while driving. The brakes failed to stop vehicle when the pedal was depressed. Consumer had to pull into a parking lot and coast to a complete stop. Upon inspection of the brake pads and lines by the dealership they were fine. Dealership noticed metal shaving in the brake fluid…”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Apr 14, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTING
Preliminary Evaluation PE89036 · opened Jan 9, 1989 · closed Jan 31, 1989
Technical service bulletins
25 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1989 Dodge Dynasty. The 10 most recent:
Automatic transmission fluid usage atf+4. *tt *mj
2100601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 16, 2001
Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb
0800600REV · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 29, 2000
Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
2300800B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 24, 2000
Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
230800 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 3, 2000
This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt
080600 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 25, 2000
Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *mjs
233599REVA · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 1, 1999
Information on child seat tether anchors. *tt
233599 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 3, 1999
This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket. *tt
210599A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 3, 1999
Conditions with intermittent loss of speed control. *tt
210699 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 2, 1999
Subject regarding reusable automatic transmission oil pan gasket. *tt
210599 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 5, 1999
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 1989 Dodge Dynasty in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 1989 Dodge Dynasty?
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