1990 DODGE SHADOW PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Air bag deployment:

  • Air bag deployed causing driver to have accident
    
  • Air bag deployed upon rear ending another vehicle
    
  • Air bag did not deploy when consumer was in accident
    
  • Air bag inflated for no reason
    
  • Air bag deployed partially during driving
    
  • Air bag deployed after hitting pot hole, causing injuries
    
  • Violent deployment of air bag caused burns and injuries
    

• 2. Braking issues:

  • ABS anti-lock brake failure
    
  • Brake pedal failed to engage
    
  • Experienced brake failure while driving
    

• 3. Electrical problems:

  • All lights not working intermittently
    
  • Computer failure resulting in vehicle not starting
    
  • Electrical system failure, ignition switch burned out
    

• 4. Engine issues:

  • Continuous oil leak problems
    
  • Engine failure due to defective lifter and tappets
    
  • Engine motor mounts failed
    
  • Engine fire
    
  • Transmission slipping
    
  • Oil leaks and smoke from engine
    

• 5. Steering problems:

  • Loose steering column
    
  • Steering column fire while warming up vehicle
    
  • Steering wheel locked up causing collision
    

• 6. Miscellaneous:

  • Vehicle paint peeling off
    
  • Plastic headlight covers turned yellow, impairing visibility
    
  • Seat belt failure during impact
    
  • Smog pump failure
    
  • Violent wheel bearing failure