MYRModel Year Report

1999 Dodge RAM VAN

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1999 Dodge RAM VAN
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:36:55.703Z

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
47
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

26% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 6 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 16 complaints 1998: 22 complaints 1999: 47 complaints 1999 47 2000: 29 complaints 2001: 33 complaints 2002: 14 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 6 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1995 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 16 complaints 1997 1998: 22 complaints 1998 1999: 47 complaints 1999 47 2000: 29 complaints 2000 2001: 33 complaints 2001 2002: 14 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 6 complaints 1994 1995: 14 complaints 1995 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 16 complaints 1997 1998: 22 complaints 1998 1999: 47 complaints 1999 47 2000: 29 complaints 2000 2001: 33 complaints 2001 2002: 14 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003

1999: 47 complaints

View as data table
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% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and interior/under dash.

FIRE

Service brakes

21% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Structure

13% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing underbody shields and frame and members.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2012-07-25

Also filed under Steering

Steering

11% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing tie rod assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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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, 2013-01-21

Air bags

11% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and on-off switch assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-31

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-16

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-07

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2002-11-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-04-23 Safety belt cinching latch plate

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Dodge RAM VAN — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.