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1985 Dodge Daytona

Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 24 MPG.

The Dodge Daytona is an automobile which was produced by the Chrysler Corporation under their Dodge division from 1984 until 1993. It was a front-wheel drive hatchback based on the Chrysler G platform, which was derived from the Chrysler K platform. The Chrysler Laser was an upscale rebadged version of the Daytona.

Dodge Daytona
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Fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionFuelCityHighwayCombinedCO2 g/mi
2.2L 4-cyl Automatic 3-spd Premium 18 22 19 468
2.2L 4-cyl Automatic 3-spd Regular 20 24 21 423
2.2L 4-cyl Manual 5-spd Regular 21 31 24 370
2.2L 4-cyl Manual 5-spd Premium 17 26 20 444
2.2L 4-cyl Automatic 3-spd Regular 19 23 21 423
2.2L 4-cyl Automatic 3-spd Premium 17 22 19 468
2.2L 4-cyl Manual 5-spd Regular 20 31 24 370

Safety recalls (NHTSA)

4 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Campaign 85V010000

AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL HOSE ROUTED TO THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE REGULATOR MAY HAVE AN INADEQUATELY TIGHTENED HOSE CLAMP. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: THE FUEL HOSE COULD LEAK AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.

Campaign 88V105000

FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OPERATION AT CONNECTIONS OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND TO THE FUEL RAIL.

Campaign 89V011000

DRIVERS SEAT FRAME MAY EXPERIENCE FATIGUE FAILURE AT ONE (FRONT/OUTBOARD) OF ITS FOUR ATTACHMENTS.

Campaign 08E033000

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

5 complaints filed by owners for this model year (0 involving a crash, 2 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.

Engine And Engine Cooling 3 Fuel System, Other 1 Fuel System, Gasoline 1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fuel economy of a 1985 Dodge Daytona?

EPA figures for the 1985 Dodge Daytona reach 24 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.

Are there recalls on the 1985 Dodge Daytona?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 1985 Dodge Daytona. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.

What are common problems with the 1985 Dodge Daytona?

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA for the 1985 Dodge Daytona, most often about: Engine And Engine Cooling, Fuel System, Other, Fuel System, Gasoline. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.

Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.