Dodge BR Series Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 7, 2003 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Dodge BR Series, across 4 model years (1995–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.

Peak: 1999, with 2 complaints
1995: 1199511996: 1199611997: 1199711999: 219992

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Dodge BR Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No BR Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1999 BR Series: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1997 BR Series: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  3. 1996 BR Series: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Dodge BR Series problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Suspension220
Electrical System110
Exterior Lighting110
Power Train110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic111
Steering110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Dodge BR Series model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1999 BR Series20—Exterior Lighting
1997 BR Series10—Electrical System
1996 BR Series10—Steering
1995 BR Series10—Suspension

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Frequently asked questions

Which Dodge BR Series years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (2), 1997 (1), 1996 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Dodge BR Series?

Suspension, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Dodge BR Series have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.