1997 Dodge B Series

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1997 Dodge B Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:34:49.282Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1992: 1 complaint 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1996: 6 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2 1998: 18 complaints
1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2 1998: 18 complaints 1998
1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1992: 1 complaint 1992 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 2 1998: 18 complaints 1998

1997: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19861
19870
19881
19892
19901
19921
19949
19957
19966
19972
199818

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.

Show complaint excerpts

This vehicle is a 1997 model and the sway bar is rubbing on the tire. Dealer has been contacted.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-02

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The driver reported to his first job in the am. He says he had driven the van approximately 10 miles. Noticed nothing unusual about the operation of the van. No unusual smell.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-11

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1997 Dodge B Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 1997 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 1997 Dodge B Series?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 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.