Dodge Mirada recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Dodge Mirada, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Dodge Mirada, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1980–1982 with 6 recall campaigns and 0 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1980 (3), 1981 (2), and 1982 (1).
- Top recall themes: Other, Fuel and emissions, and Structure.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Other
2 campaigns · Years: 1980–1982These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 1981These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 81V055000 · Fuel system, gasoline: Carburetor system
Structure
1 campaign · Years: 1980These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.
- 79V232000 · Structure
Visibility and lighting
1 campaign · Years: 1980These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
- 80V051000 · Exterior lighting
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1980 | 3 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Vehicle speed control , Fuel system and Structure
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.