1993 Dodge Spirit electrical system problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1993 Dodge Spirit — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Battery will die out at any speed. Consumer feels this is very dangerous at highway speeds. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer replaced timing belt, camshaft and the top part of engine. Problem has reoccurred. Please provide any further informaation.*ak”
filed Aug 2, 2002
“Upon starting vehicle or when driving smoke is coming from steering column area. Problem occurred mostly upon starting vehicle. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has not determine the cause. *ak ignition switch shorted out and burned up. *yh”
filed Jul 31, 2000
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt
0801001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 25, 2001Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb
0800600REV · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 29, 2000This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt
080600 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 25, 2000
Electrical System problems in other Spirit years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 Spirit | 7 | 18% |
| 1994 Spirit | 8 | 9% |
| 1992 Spirit | 8 | 14% |
| 1991 Spirit | 13 | 14% |
| 1990 Spirit | 13 | 21% |
| 1989 Spirit | 1 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1993 Dodge Spirit
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.