1994 Dodge Spirit: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Dodge Spirit: 1 recall, 87 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #94V023000 · 1994 · 200 vehicles
What's wrong: The safety belt anchors (buckle lock bars) do not meet the static load requirements of fmvss no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Why it matters: Consequence of non-compliance: in event of an accident, the seat belt assembly May fail, exposing the restrained occupants to a greater risk of injury.
The fix: The traveling safety belt lock bar assemblies will be replaced on these vehicles.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 13 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (14): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (4), noise or vibration (2).
- Seat belts (14): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (10): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), leaks (2).
- Airbags (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1994 Dodge Spirit has 87 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 8 Spirit model years for complaints (1.6× the average Spirit year). Complaints peaked in 1995 (14 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 65,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1993 (81 complaints, 0 recalls), 1995 (38 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Dodge Spirit have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1994 Dodge Spirit. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1994 Dodge Spirit problems?
Owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (14), seat belts (14), engine & cooling (10).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Dodge Spirit get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.5 L, Manual 5-spd), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1994 Dodge Spirit repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.