AI Damage1992 Dodge Monaco: common problems
Owners of the 1992 Dodge Monaco filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel system and powertrain. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 9
What fails most often
- 1 Fuel system 22% of all complaints
- 2 Powertrain 22% of all complaints
- 3 Seat belts 22% of all complaints
- 4 Service brakes 22% of all complaints
- 5 Latches, locks, linkages 11% of all complaints
- 6 Suspension 11% of all complaints
- 7 Vehicle speed control 11% of all complaints
- 8 Visibility 11% of all complaints
- Fuel system: 2 complaints (22% of all).
- Powertrain: 2 complaints (22% of all).
- Seat belts: 2 complaints (22% of all).
- Service brakes: 2 complaints (22% of all).
- Latches, locks, linkages: 1 complaints (11% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- automatic, 4-speed
Drive: FWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 9 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
I had to replace both front rotors because they rusted to the point of compressing. I understand 1989 to 1991 were recalled for this same problem. What I don't understand is why my 92 wasn't recalled if it has the same problem.
Suspension system failure, cv joints have failed, inner and outer axle assemblies had to be replaced. Tt
Gas gauge does not work properly, does not give correct reading; occupants could become stranded. Also, front passenger motorized shoulder belt does not lock.
Driver side door will not stay close, due to screw fall out of the locking mechanism, replace screws twice. Tt
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 11,366 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 31% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Monaco has 14 complaints (4 years in the data). This year has 9, below average.
What to check before buying
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Seat belts. Belt pretensioners after airbag deployment, SRS codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Dodge Monaco?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: fuel system, powertrain, seat belts. Total complaints: 9. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: fuel system, fuel smell (11%), rust, corrosion (11%), stalls while driving (11%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 1992 Dodge Monaco?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 1992 Dodge Monaco from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 1992 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.