1987 Dodge B250

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1987 Dodge B250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:51.635Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 1 complaint 1987: 5 complaints 1987 5 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 11 complaints 1993: 10 complaints 1993 1994: 32 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 2 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1987: 5 complaints 1987 5 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 11 complaints 1993: 10 complaints 1993 1994: 32 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 5 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 11 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1993 1994: 32 complaints 1994 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998

1987: 5 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19820
19830
19840
19850
19861
19875
19882
19894
19905
19916
199211
199310
199432
19957
19964
19972
19982

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

3 of 5 total reports mention: tires.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1987 Dodge B250 equipped with les schwab durasteel sl tires, size P235/75/R15. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would pull from side to side.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-11-30

The computer console went out,look like frame has been weld purchase truck used tire are worn out need new tire think truck been in accident.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-28

Also filed under Electrical system

Steering

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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Steering become loose, loose bolts inside the steering. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-25

Seats

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.

Electrical system

1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1987-08-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-11-09 Exhaust system heat
  2. I
    1987-10-01Engineering analysisClosed 1988-03-01 Brake power assist

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Dodge B250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Seats: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 1987 Dodge B250 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 1987 Dodge B250?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Dodge B250 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.