1994 Dodge B250

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1994 Dodge B250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:36:44.641Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

Complaints
32
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Structure

31% of complaints

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 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 11 complaints 1993: 10 complaints 1994: 32 complaints 1994 32 1995: 7 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 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 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 11 complaints 1993: 10 complaints 1994: 32 complaints 1994 32 1995: 7 complaints 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 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 32 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998

1994: 32 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Structure

31% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing body and frame and members.

Show complaint excerpts

Paint delamination.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-23

Seats

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing head restraint.

Show complaint excerpts

Armrest recall was done, now seat belt cannot be used because of it. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-06

Service brakes

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Seat belts

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and webbing.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1994-11-22Seats94V139000 The factory mounted armrest on the driver and passenger door do not conform to the requirements of FMVSS No. 201, "Occupant protection in interior impact."

    Remedy: Remove the armrest and add a folding armrest to the two front seats.

  2. R
    1994-12-23Seats94V177000 The front driver and passenger seat back height does not conform to the requirements of FMVSS No. 202, "Head restraints."

    Remedy: Sherry designs will provide an attachable headrest for the dealer or customer to add to the seats.

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Dodge B250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V139000 · Seats
  • Recall 94V177000 · Seats

FAQ

Is the 1994 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 1994 Dodge B250?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Dodge B250 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.