MYRModel Year Report

1985 Dodge W250

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1985 Dodge W250
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:15:52.352Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 W250 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 1 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaints 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1993: 8 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaints 1994
1985: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19832
19840
19851
19861
19871
19880
19891
19902
19916
19927
19938
19941

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.

Show complaint excerpts

WHILE DRIVING, THE STEERING SECTOR COMES DUE TO BEING LOOSE. CONSUMER COULDN'T STEER TRUCK. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960321

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19870807 — PE (closed 19871109)

EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT

I 19890405 — PE (closed 19890626)

FUEL TANK STRAP FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Dodge W250 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Dodge W250 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 1985 Dodge W250?

The most-reported component is steering:hydraulic power assist system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Dodge W250 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.