MYRModel Year Report

1997 Dodge Pickup

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1997 Dodge Pickup
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:47:47.453Z

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
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

1997: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19924
19948
199523
199626
19972
199815
19996
20003
20013
20021

Known problem areas

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

Power train

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 Dodge Pickup. While driving uphill at approximately 35-40 MPH, a lock-up clutch failure occurred. The failure occurred without warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-10-06

Exterior lighting

1 of 2 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 Dodge Pickup. While driving 35 MPH there was an electrical burning smell and the headlights shut off. The contact opened the hood and attempted to make the repair; however, the headlights flickered and remained on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-12-29

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. 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

1997 Dodge Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

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

FAQ

Is the 1997 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 1997 Dodge Pickup?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 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.