MYRModel Year Report

1996 Dodge VAN

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1996 Dodge VAN
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:33:36.457Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1996: 18 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 24 complaints 1998 1999: 17 complaints 2000: 19 complaints 2000 2001: 15 complaints 2002: 18 complaints 2002
1996: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19900
19915
19934
19949
199510
199618
199724
199824
199917
200019
200115
200218

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing emission control and belts and associated pulleys.

SEAT BELTS

3 of 18 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and anchorage.

CRASH INJURY
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NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVER'S AIR BAG DURING A COLLISION. ALSO DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SHOULDER HARNESSES DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER OR CHILD IN PASSENGER'S SEAT, RESULTING IN INJURIES. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19971022

Also filed under AIR BAGS

REAR SEAT BELT DOES NOT FASTEN PROPERLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980311

POWER TRAIN

2 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

VISIBILITY

2 of 18 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing rearview mirrors/devices and power window devices and controls.

STRUCTURE

2 of 18 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door.

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I WOULD LIKE TO INFORM YOU OF MY 1996 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN THE DASH BOARD IS CRACKED AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED RUNNING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD MY GAUGES HAVE BEEN ACTING UP EVER SINCE MY DASH STARTED CRACKING MY AC COMES ON AND OFF MY RADIO COMES AND...

NHTSA ODI report, 20070504

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Dodge VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Dodge 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 1996 Dodge VAN?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Dodge 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.