Dodge Dodge Truck Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 6, 2011 · 244 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 244 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Dodge Dodge Truck, across 9 model years (1995–2003). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (51). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.

Peak: 1999, with 51 complaints
1995: 161995161996: 351996351997: 181997181998: 281998281999: 511999512000: 202000202001: 392001392002: 222002222003: 15200315

n = 244 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Dodge Dodge Truck years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Dodge Truck year: 1999. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1999 Dodge Truck: 51 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2001 Dodge Truck: 39 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 1996 Dodge Truck: 35 complaints, 0 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2003 Dodge Truck: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 Dodge Truck: 16 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 1997 Dodge Truck: 18 complaints, 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 Dodge Truck problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Suspension4674
Power Train3191
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2972
Structure2790
Engine and Engine Cooling2691
Steering2480
Electrical System1761
Air Bags1267
Tires1170
Equipment951
Fuel System, Gasoline960
Visibility960
Seat Belts631
Seats630
Fuel System, Other540
Exterior Lighting440
Fuel System, Diesel430
Latches/locks/linkages421
Wheels430
Vehicle Speed Control320
Electronic Stability Control220
Interior Lighting220
Parking Brake220
Trailer Hitches220
Service Brakes, Air110

All Dodge Dodge Truck model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2003 Dodge Truck150—SuspensionFewer complaints than other years
2002 Dodge Truck220—SuspensionAbout as many complaints as other years
2001 Dodge Truck390—StructureMore complaints than other years
2000 Dodge Truck200—SuspensionFewer complaints than other years
1999 Dodge Truck510—SuspensionFar more complaints than other years
1998 Dodge Truck280—StructureMore complaints than other years
1997 Dodge Truck180—Electrical SystemFewer complaints than other years
1996 Dodge Truck350—Service Brakes, HydraulicMore complaints than other years
1995 Dodge Truck160—Power TrainFewer complaints than other years

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Frequently asked questions

Which Dodge Dodge Truck years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 1999 (51) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Dodge Truck year. 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 Dodge Truck?

Suspension, with 46 complaints across 7 model years.

How many recalls does the Dodge Dodge Truck have?

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