1991 DODGE SHADOW PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Airbag deployment issues:

  • Airbag deployed and caused driver sweater to catch fire
    
  • Airbag did not deploy in accidents
    

• 2. Seat issues:

  • Bolt broke on driver's seat causing reclining issues
    
  • Seat back bolts failed causing seat to recline unexpectedly
    
  • Driver and passenger seat back issues
    
  • Seat belt failures
    
  • Front seat locking mechanism issues
    

• 3. Electrical issues:

  • A/C replaced five times
    
  • Alternator problems causing belt failure
    
  • Engine stalling issues
    
  • Faulty wiring harness resulting in fire
    
  • Ignition switch malfunctioned
    
  • Electrical window issues
    

• 4. Steering issues:

  • Loose steering column leading to further repairs
    
  • Steering rack issue causing loss of control
    
  • Steering wheel movement causing issues while driving
    

• 5. Mechanical issues:

  • Camshaft snapped
    
  • Broken trailing arm in linkage bar causing noise
    
  • Engine fan sensor failure causing engine head to crack
    
  • Timing belt failure
    
  • Water pump failure
    

• 6. Brake issues:

  • Contaminated brake system
    
  • Brake failure causing accidents
    
  • Brake caliper failure
    

• 7. Miscellaneous issues:

  • Convertible top leaks
    
  • Top leaks water onto seats
    
  • Paint peeling issues
    
  • Sudden acceleration and stalling issues
    
  • Interior and exterior breakage issues with crankshaft bolt
    
  • Gas support struts for rear hatch failed
    
  • Front passenger side door broke off hinges
    

• 8. Recall issues:

  • Recall notice issues regarding seat bolts
    
  • Recall repair failures causing further issues