1989 Dodge Dynasty Recalls, Complaints & Specs
1 safety recall lists the 1989 Dodge Dynasty, and owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
1 safety recall for the 1989 Dodge Dynasty
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Engine (engine and engine cooling)
The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
Remedy: Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.
55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 1989 Dodge Dynasty have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA; 1 describe a crash and 5 describe a fire. Reports cite 1 injury and 0 deaths. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 84,844 miles. Complaints peaked in 1995 with 17 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Vehicle has been leaking oil from gasket into AC compressor, we have replaced it twice and it still leaks. Researching online there is a recall for it 89v237000 that describes the problem exactly. I c”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, March 6, 2013 · Engine and engine cooling
“Tl* the contact owns a 1989 dodge dynasty. The contact stated he noticed oil leaking form the vehicle while the engine was shut off. The dealer advised there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicl”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, April 14, 2010 · Engine and engine cooling
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 1989 Dodge Dynasty. Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 19–22 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 16–19 / 24–26 |
| Fuel | Regular |
| EPA class | Midsize Cars |
| Engine | 4/6 cyl, 2.5/3 L |
| Transmission | Automatic 3-spd; Automatic 4-spd |
Compare Dodge Dynasty model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Dodge Dynasty model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 Dodge Dynasty | 0 | 14 |
| 1989 Dodge Dynasty | 1 | 55 |
| 1990 Dodge Dynasty | 5 | 55 |
| 1991 Dodge Dynasty | 5 | 108 |
| 1992 Dodge Dynasty | 2 | 144 |
| 1993 Dodge Dynasty | 1 | 83 |
| 1994 Dodge Dynasty | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 Dodge Dynasty | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 Dodge Dynasty | 0 | 1 |
Checking a specific 1989 Dodge Dynasty
How do I know if my 1989 Dodge Dynasty has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 1 campaign currently lists the 1989 Dodge Dynasty; your car may already have been repaired under it.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Dodge dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 89V237000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.