MYRModel Year Report

1996 Dodge Dodge Truck

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1996 Dodge Dodge Truck
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:12.513Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
35
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Service brakes

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1984: 1 complaint 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 19 complaints 1995: 16 complaints 1996: 35 complaints 1996 35 1997: 18 complaints 1998: 28 complaints 1999: 51 complaints 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 39 complaints 2002: 22 complaints 2003: 15 complaints 2003
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 10 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 19 complaints 1994 1995: 16 complaints 1996: 35 complaints 1996 35 1997: 18 complaints 1998: 28 complaints 1998 1999: 51 complaints 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 39 complaints 2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 1 complaint 1981 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 10 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 19 complaints 1994 1995: 16 complaints 1995 1996: 35 complaints 1996 35 1997: 18 complaints 1997 1998: 28 complaints 1998 1999: 51 complaints 1999 2000: 20 complaints 2000 2001: 39 complaints 2001 2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2003

1996: 35 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19801
19811
19841
19850
19863
19874
19884
19892
19905
199110
199214
19936
199419
199516
199635
199718
199828
199951
200020
200139
200222
200315

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

29% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing emission control and gasoline.

Power train

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing cooling unit and lines and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Recall component (Cooler line quick connect fittings) failed prior to recall notice resulting in the vehicle catching on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-02

Transmission plastic cooler lines caused vehicle fire, recall order sent after fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-06-10

Tires

9% · 3 reports

Seats

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing head restraint.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1996 Dodge Dodge Truck — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 1996 Dodge Dodge Truck 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 1996 Dodge Dodge Truck?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Dodge Dodge Truck 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.