1998 Dodge Quad Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 1, 2009 · 11 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Quad years
About as many complaints as other years 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Dodge Quad. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Quad model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 18%). 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 1998 Dodge Quad problems

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

Electrical System2
Engine and Engine Cooling2
Structure2 · ~165,000 mi
Suspension2
Power Train1
Seat Belts1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System218%———
Engine and Engine Cooling218%———
Structure218%165,000——
Suspension218%———
Power Train19%———
Seat Belts19%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic19%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1999, with 6 complaints
1998: 3199831999: 6199962000: 1200012009: 120091

n = 11 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1998 Dodge Quad recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1998 Dodge Quad.

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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.

1998 dodge ram quad cab- dash is cracking. This truck is and has been always garaged. Neglect and misuse is not an issue. Original order. *tr

Structure · received Dec 1, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10294133

The seat belt webbing is constantly getting twisted, the design of the latch plate is large and allows for twisting of the material. Yh

Seat Belts · received May 19, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 552328

Plastic door molding strip.

Structure · received Sep 8, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 609567

Rear axle--bearings, seals.

Suspension · received Sep 8, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 609633

Engine is not fixed after six repair attempts. *yc

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Feb 1, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 606990

Other Dodge Quad years

1999 Quad →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002 Quad90
2001 Quad80
2000 Quad100
1999 Quad120
1998110

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Dodge Quad?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Dodge Quad?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1998 Dodge Quad a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Quad model years, the 1998 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.