1996 Dodge B Series
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1996: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 18 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
4 of 6 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing connecting and power assist system.
Service brakes
3 of 6 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Van in park;engine running;occupants got out;after 1 minute, reverse parking light came on;van barreled down;went thru gate, nearly killing driver;leased car.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-14
Structure
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
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Wind noise in both front windows.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-11-07
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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When shifted into gear the transmission slips, the engine races, there is no power in the wheel .
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-01-09
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1996 Dodge B Series — pre-purchase inspection
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- Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1996 Dodge B Series reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1996 Dodge B Series?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1996 Dodge B Series have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.