MYRModel Year Report

1998 Dodge B250

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1998 Dodge B250
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:05:52.439Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge B250 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 1 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 11 complaints 1992 1993: 10 complaints 1994: 32 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998
1998: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19811
19820
19830
19840
19850
19861
19875
19882
19894
19905
19916
199211
199310
199432
19957
19964
19972
19982

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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FRONT BRAKE HOSES FOUND TO BE RUBBING ON INNER FENDER APRON ON 1996THROUGH 1999 DODGE B-250 AND B-350 12-15 PASSENGER VANS. DISCOVERED DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION REQUIREMENT FOR BUSES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20011213

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING SEVERE FRONTAL IMPACTS WHEN FRONT BUMPER HIT A POLE AT HIGH SPEED, IMPACT WAS TO LEFT OF BUMPER AND IMPACT WAS WELL IN EXCESS ON 10 - 16 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990205

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Dodge B250 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Dodge B250?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Dodge B250 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.