1997 Dodge B250
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
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 2 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
2 of 2 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Suspension
1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.
Show complaint excerpts
Sr97-01. Brakes not stopping, jumping/stopping, extended stopping distance occurred, dealer contacted, brakes had to be machined at 12,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-31
Also filed under Power train and service brakes, hydraulic
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing cooling unit and lines.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor.
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
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 B250 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1997 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 1997 Dodge B250?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 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.