DODGE DAYTONA PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Engine, Fuel System, and Fire:

  • Fuel rail leaking gas, causing fire (prior to recall notification).
    
  • Engine failure resulting in vehicle fire, sometimes preceded by the engine light illuminating.
    
  • Vehicle catching fire under the hood while being driven, with owners smelling gas beforehand.
    
  • Engine stalling while driving.
    
  • Anti-freeze tester tube coming off and entering the radiator, preventing the car from warming up.
    
  • Fuel injection system malfunctioning due to methanol gas, leading to clogged fuel pressure regulator and loss of power.
    
  • Engine fire.
    

• 2. Transmission Issues:

  • Transmission failure, requiring multiple replacements (e.g., a third transmission for a vehicle).
    
  • Transmission problems experienced since purchase.
    

• 3. Doors and Exterior:

  • Door handle not opening properly.
    
  • Doors locking when it's cold, making it difficult to get into the vehicle.
    
  • Door opening when hitting speed bumps.
    

• 4. Seating and Interior:

  • Front driver's bucket seat breaking upon rear impact.
    

• 5. Safety Features (Seatbelts):

  • A part from the rear seatbelt coming off when hitting speed bumps.
    

• 6. Climate Control:

  • Unspecified problems with the air conditioner.