MYRModel Year Report

1999 Dodge RAM VAN

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1999 Dodge RAM VAN
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:34:44.979Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge RAM VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 6 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 16 complaints 1998: 22 complaints 1998 1999: 47 complaints 1999 2000: 29 complaints 2000 2001: 33 complaints 2002: 14 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003
1999: 47 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19911
19922
19933
19946
199514
199618
199716
199822
199947
200029
200133
200214
200316

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 26%

26% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front underhood and interior/under dash.

FIRE
SERVICE BRAKES 21%

21% of complaints: service brakes — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH
STRUCTURE 13%

13% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing underbody shields and frame and members.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE B-VAN STATION WAGON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND HAD BEEN EATEN AWAY BY CORROSION. IN ADDITION THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL A FULL 360 DEGREES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120725

Also filed under STEERING

STEERING 11%

11% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tie rod assembly.

CRASH INJURY
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I AM THE OWNER OF A 1999 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT ANY WARNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130121

AIR BAGS 11%

11% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and on-off switch assembly.

CRASH INJURY
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BOTH AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY IN FRONTAL COLLISION, RESULTING IN SEVERE STRUCTUAL DAMAGE, INCLUDING FIREWALL OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE DECLARED TO BE A TOTAL LOSS BY INSURANCE COMPANY. COULD NOT BE REPAIRED TO A SAFE CONDITION.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040331

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. PASSENGER SUSTAINED BRUISES TO THE CHEST. VEHICLE DID NOT HIT ANYTHING TO CAUSE THE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030916

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, WHICH CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO PULL OVER. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR DEPLOYED WITHOUT CAUSE. *PH *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030707

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20021106 — PE (closed 20030423)

SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Dodge RAM VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Dodge RAM VAN 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 1999 Dodge RAM VAN?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Dodge RAM VAN have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.