1983 Dodge B250
Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
IGNITION SWITCHES INSTALLED IN THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN DISTORTED DURING A CRIMPING OPERATION WHICH RESULTED IN THE INTERNAL PLASTIC CONTACT CARRIER OF THE SWITCH CRACKING. PIECES OF A CRAC
Remedy: ALL SUSPECT IGNITION SWITCHES WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
Campaign 82V095000 — check if this car was fixed
ALTERED VEHICLES EITHER DO NOT HAVE REAR COUCH SEAT BELTS INSTALLED, VIOLATING FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 208, OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION, OR HAVE REAR COUCH SEAT BELTS WHICH DO NOT COMPLY W
Remedy: MISSING REAR COUCH SEAT BELTS WILL BE INSTALLED AND IMPROPER ANCHORS WILL BE CORRECTED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Campaign 84V040000 — check if this car was fixed
No summary on file.
Remedy: INSTALL PROPER MOUNTING HARDWARE AND SEAT BELTS.
Campaign 90V137000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1983 Dodge B250 — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 82V095000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 84V040000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V137000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1983 Dodge B250 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1983 Dodge B250 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.