1996 Dodge BR Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 4, 1997 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other BR Series years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 Dodge BR Series. That ranks 2nd out of 4 BR Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1996 Dodge BR Series problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Steering1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering1100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

1996 Dodge BR Series recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Dodge BR Series.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Steering shaft becomes loose in the slip joint. Not dangerous initially, but motion can allow the shaft to bind in the event of a collision and lose steering ability. Problem common on many dodge trucks.

Steering · received Feb 4, 1997 · NHTSA complaint 546614

Other Dodge BR Series years

← 1995 BR Series · 1997 BR Series →

YearComplaintsRecalls
1999 BR Series20
1997 BR Series10
199610
1995 BR Series10

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Dodge BR Series?

Owners most often report steering problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Dodge BR Series?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1996 Dodge BR Series a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other BR Series model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.