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1992 Dodge Dynasty LE

The 1992 Dodge Dynasty LE is a 141-hp 3.0-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $16,332 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 141 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 171 lb-ft of torque at 2400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The Dynasty measures 192.0 inches long on a 104.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,026 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,332 ($37,833 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.0L Mitsubishi SOHC V6
Displacement3 L
Horsepower141 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque171 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves/cylinder
Injection TypeMulti-port fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity16 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14"
Wheels Rear14"
Dimensions & Weight
Length192 in
Width68.9 in
Height53.6 in
Wheelbase104.5 in
Curb Weight3,026 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.3 in
Headroom Rear37.8 in
Legroom Front41.9 in
Legroom Rear38.1 in
Shoulder Room Front56.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear55.9 in
Hip Room Front51.2 in
Hip Room Rear51.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 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

Feb 14, 1992 · STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.

Consequence: FRACTURES OF THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLINGBOLT RESULT IN A LACK OF COUPLING LOAD ON THE SHAFT AND LOSS OF STEERINGCONTROL.

Remedy: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.

NHTSA campaign 92V015000

145 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Dodge DYNASTY

Owner Complaints

145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Dodge DYNASTY (9 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Hydraulic37
Service Brakes37
Engine And Engine Cooling27
Steering24
Power Train23
Air Bags14
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Apr 23, 2014 · Steering, Power Train
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 DODGE DYNASTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING HAD BEEN EXTREMELY ROUGH WHEN ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE. THE GEARS WERE ALSO EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO CHANGE AT ON…”
Aug 15, 2011 · Electrical System
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 DODGE DYNASTY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER IT STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO…”
Sep 29, 2009 · Steering, Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System
“SERPENTINE BELT COMES OFF WHEN SPLASHED BY WATER ON ROAD, CAUSING FAILURE OF POWER STEERING, ALTERNATOR AND WATER PUMP. THIS FAILURE WAS ROUTINE WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN THROUGH POOLED WATER…”
Oct 6, 2008 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 DODGE DYNASTY. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LOCKED, WHICH PREVENTED THE VEHICLE…”
Aug 4, 2006 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“THE MOST RECENT FAILURE WAS WHEN I WAS DRIVING UP A VERY CURVY ROAD (HWY 101) IN OREGON. THE TEMPERATURE WAS NOT OVERLY WARM, THE CAR HAD ONLY BEEN DRIVEN 20 MILES OR SO THAT MORNING. I WAS USING THE…”

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 1992 DODGE DYNASTY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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