1998 Dodge VAN
Only 24 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 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 18 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
4 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.
Latches/locks/linkages
3 of 24 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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Rear door lock failed. Nm
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-04-29
Air bags
3 of 24 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing on-off switch assembly and sensor/control module.
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Nar 04/10/2003 the consumer is requesting reimbursement for repairs done on air bag assembly. After repairs were made a recall was issued. The consumer has including receipts of the amount paid for repairs but Dodge has refused to make payments.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-06-09
Consumer approved for the on/off air bag switch, however dealership will not perform work. Mjs
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-05-12
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 24 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
Tires
2 of 24 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing valve.
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On aug. 8, 2017 I was driving a level 2 lane secluded asphalt road in my 1998 Dodge camper VAN. The VAN is Dodge 3500 extended model, modified by sportsmobile into a camper VAN in 1999.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-08
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Dodge VAN — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 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 1998 Dodge VAN?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Dodge VAN have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.