1999 Dodge Dodge Truck Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 12, 2010 · 51 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Dodge Truck years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Dodge Dodge Truck. That is the most of any Dodge Truck model year in the database (9 years). The most reported problem area is suspension (19 complaints, 37%), typically at around 76,046 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 fires. 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 1999 Dodge Dodge Truck problems

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

Suspension19 · ~76,046 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic8 · ~60,288 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling6 · ~102,500 mi
Steering6 · ~55,400 mi
Structure5 · ~47,000 mi
Electrical System4 · ~92,625 mi
Power Train4 · ~191,500 mi
Air Bags3 · ~36,000 mi
Fuel System, Diesel2 · ~152,000 mi
Tires2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension1937%76,046——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic816%60,288——
Engine and Engine Cooling612%102,500——
Steering612%55,400——
Structure510%47,000——
Electrical System48%92,625——
Power Train48%191,500——
Air Bags36%36,000——
Fuel System, Diesel24%152,000——
Tires24%———
Unknown or Other24%113,000——
Equipment12%90,000——
Exterior Lighting12%———
Interior Lighting12%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2004, with 11 complaints
1998: 1199811999: 4199942000: 3200032001: 4200142002: 1200212003: 5200352004: 112004112005: 7200572006: 3200632007: 6200762008: 4200842010: 220102

n = 51 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1999 Dodge Dodge Truck recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Dodge Dodge Truck.

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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.

We owe a 1999 dodge 1500 quad cab right after the manufacturers warranty went out the dash caved in really bad. We bought one from a junk yard and replaced it however it is caving in now. The glove box just recently fell out. The overhead box that holds your garage door opener broke. I am just…

Air Bags · received Sep 12, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10355104

While my step dad was driving my dodge durango up a hill, the engine revved up, lost power, and quit. The transmission slipped. After blogging about this problem, there appears to be a lot of issues with the transmissions failing at all mileage levels. *tr

Power Train · received Jan 6, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10298396

I have a 1999 dodge ram truck 2500 series 4x4. The dash on this vehicle has totally caved in and fallen on the controls, airbag, fan and wiring. I can't even get to some of the pieces of the plastic. I have read and heard on the radio/tv that this is a problem that a lot of dodge owners are having…

Structure · received Oct 5, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10244419

Corrosion of brake lines caused one to rupture. Dealer states that lines were made of aluminum and were no longer made or supplied from dodge. This was a known problem with some other dodge vehicles (neon). *tr

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jul 6, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10233316

Recent purchase of 1999 dodge ram 1500 sport truck. With no force or assistance the dash of the truck cracked once and within seconds another larger crack engulfed the dash. The truck was in the garage when the initial incident happened and the other happened as i stated above seconds later as i…

Unknown or Other · received May 6, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10226846

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Dodge Dodge Truck?

Owners most often report suspension, service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 19 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Dodge Dodge Truck?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Dodge Dodge Truck a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Dodge Truck model years, the 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.