1990 Dodge Dynasty Base
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All photo credits
- Photo: Dodge-Dynasty-Front by Ryanandlenny, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Dodge Dynasty by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1991 Dodge Dynasty 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 93 Dodge Dynasty (14507608586) by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge-Dynasty-Side-View by Ryanandlenny, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1990 Dodge Dynasty Base is a 100-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $13,515 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 100 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 135 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Dynasty measures 192.0 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,006 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,515 ($33,607 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5L Chrysler I4 SOHC |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 100 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Throttle body fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 16 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 192 in |
| Width | 68.9 in |
| Height | 53.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,006 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.9 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1990 Dodge Dynasty Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1990 Dodge DYNASTY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 13, 1996 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
THE ABS HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT CAN EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON SEAL WEAR CAUSING PUMP-MOTOR DETERIORATION.
Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE ABS FUNCTION COULD BE LOST AND REDUCED POWER ASSIST WOULD BE EXPERIENCED DURING VEHICLE BRAKING INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE VEHICLE'S ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES IF NECESSARY. ALSO THE WARRANTY ON ALL ABS COMPONENTS WILL BE EXTENDED TO 10 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES (EXCEPT FOR THE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON ASSEMBLY AND THE PUMP-MOTOR ASSEMBLY WHICH WILL HAVE A LIFETIME COVERAGE). OWNERS WILL ALSO BE REIMBURSED FOR PREVIOUS ABS COMPONENT REPAIR COSTS.
NHTSA campaign 96V099000
Nov 1, 1991 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM HIGH PRESSURE HOSE MAY LEAK OR DETACH AT ITS CRIMPED END FITTING RESULTING IN THE DISCHARGE OF HYDRAULIC FLUID.
Consequence: FLUID DISCHARGE EVENTUALLY CAUSES THE LOSS OF BOTH THEANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND HYDRAULIC ASSIST FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM, RESULTING ININCREASED LIKELIHOOD OF BRAKE LOCKUP AND INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES, WHICHCOULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE THE ABS HIGH PRESSURE HOSE WITH A HOSE OF DIFFERENT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.
NHTSA campaign 91V191000
Oct 2, 1991 · VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
WATER LEAKING UNDER WINDSHIELD COWL IN AREA ABOVE HEATER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK RESULTS IN CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS.
Consequence: CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS INCREASES ELECTRICALRESISTANCE, LEADING TO OVERHEATING AND POSSBLE IGNITION OF THE WIRING CONNECTORSAND INSULATION, CAUSING A FIRE IN THE COWL AREA.
Remedy: THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK WILL BE REPLACED, AND A MASTIC PATCH APPLIED TO SEAL THE COWL AGAINST WATER ENTRY. DAMAGED WIRE CONNECTORS WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign 91V004000
Apr 25, 1990 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULES MAY NOT CONTAIN DIFFUSER HOLES BETWEEN THE IGNITOR AND PROPELLANT CHAMBERS.
Consequence: AIR BAGS WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN AN IMPACT SITUATION, WHICH COULD LEAD TO DRIVER INJURY.
Remedy: REPLACE AIR BAG INFLATOR MODULES WITH PROPERLY MACHINED MODULES.
NHTSA campaign 90V080000
Dec 27, 1989 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THE ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKET MAY DISLOCATE AND ALLOW AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE GASKET.
Consequence: THE LEAKAGE OF OIL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD CAUSEA FIRE.
Remedy: REPLACE GASKET COVER WITH REVISED COVER, AND RTV SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED IN PLACE OF A GASKET.
NHTSA campaign 89V237000
54 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1990 Dodge DYNASTY
Owner Complaints
54 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Dodge DYNASTY (4 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 19 |
| Hydraulic | 17 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Fuel System | 9 |
| Gasoline | 9 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1990 DODGE DYNASTY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.