1993 Dodge W250

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1993 Dodge W250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:37:35.398Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1993: 8 complaints 1993 8 1994: 1 complaint
1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 8 complaints 1993 8 1994: 1 complaint 1994
1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 8 complaints 1993 8 1994: 1 complaint 1994

1993: 8 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19810
19820
19832
19840
19851
19861
19871
19880
19891
19902
19916
19927
19938
19941

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

3 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Tires

1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

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Bf goodrich all terrain ta LT235/85R16. Driving 65 MPH on smooth pavement. Shimmy started suddenly. Stopped on shoulder and found separated belt on one rear tire. Installed spare.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-09-01

Structure

1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

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Frame rusted, causing frame to crack/rip while towing.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-21

Power train

1 of 8 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.

Fuel system, diesel

1 of 8 total reports mentions: fuel system, diesel.

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As I was driving down the highway, my vehicle suddenly took off full throttle causing a loss of control. Luckily I was able to shut the vehicle down before any damage could be done to my engine or other vehicles, and I had the vehicle towed home.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-03

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1993-05-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-12-29 Poor brake performance
  2. I
    2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation

Buy-smart checklist

1993 Dodge W250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Dodge W250?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Dodge W250 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.