MYRModel Year Report

1994 Dodge Pickup

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1994 Dodge Pickup
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:54:02.898Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1992: 4 complaints 1994: 8 complaints 1994 8 1995: 23 complaints 1996: 26 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 15 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint
1992: 4 complaints 1992 1994: 8 complaints 1994 8 1995: 23 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 15 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002
1992: 4 complaints 1992 1994: 8 complaints 1994 8 1995: 23 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 15 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 3 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002

1994: 8 complaints

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YearComplaints
19924
19948
199523
199626
19972
199815
19996
20003
20013
20021

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

3 of 8 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing shock absorber and front.

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Shock absorber failed, causing vehicle to lean to the left/right side to be higher and the front end to bounce.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-06-27

At 50 MPH vehicle's front end vibrates.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-03-25

Service brakes

2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Electrical system

2 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.

FIRE
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Tl*the contact owns a 1994 Dodge Pickup. The contact noticed that the instrument panel was smoking followed by flames. The engine was not turned on at the time. The contact extinguished the fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-05

Steering

1 of 8 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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Steering column broke, causing accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-01-22

Power train

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing cooling unit and lines.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1994-05-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-08-09 Steering lock-up/impedimnt
  2. R
    2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…

    Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Dodge Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 Dodge Pickup 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 Pickup?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Dodge Pickup have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.