- The problem
- The front driver and passenger seat back height does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 202, "Head restraints."
- The risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: seat occupants are subject to increased risk of injury in the event of a sudd stop or accident.
- The fix
- Sherry designs will provide an attachable headrest for the dealer or customer to add to the seats.
Vehicle safety record
1992 Dodge B250 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 1992 Dodge B250 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (3) and the transmission & drivetrain (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 1994 for the head restraint. For comparison, the 1991 has 6 and the 1993 has 10.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical B250 year, for its age
#143 most complained-about 1992 vehicle
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1992 Dodge B250 problems
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1992 Dodge B250 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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11 complaints about the 1992 Dodge B250
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Brake pedal goes to the floor at any speed. Vehicle does slow down, but not fast enough. If someone suddenly crosses in front of vehicle, he would be hit. Please provide any further information.*Ak
Speed sensor part had broken twice. Bolt attaching the piece to transmission would severly crack across it instead of up & down. Distance speed sensor (speedometer/odometer) part was 5602.7014. Have taken to dealer 3 times & the part was replaced 3 times. *Ak the bolt cracked across its diameter in a cpmplete circular piece. *Yh
Wiring under steering column overheat, causing smoking and melting of plastic collar, when blower motor is operated on high for over a few minutes. Very similar as '94 truck recall #00v135000. Reported to dealer and was told wire heating was normal.
While driving owner smelled a burning odor. When van was checked for the problem, the ignition swtich / fusible link and connectors were found burned. They were replaced at owner's expense. *Ml
Fan motor is drawing too much current when a/c is on high, causing insulation to melt, resulting in a fire hazard.Tsb remedy does not work.Part has been replaced 3 times. Switch was smoking indicating imminent fire hazard. *Ak
Paint is peeling on several location on this van I understand this is a large problem with dodge vehicles I am concerned the windshield may pull away with the peeling paint and loose bond. I have contacted dodge about this they offered to pay for halve a paint job but it was no faullt of mine that the paint is falling off this 30,000 dollar van. No safety defect mentione din summary.
Dashboard reflects into windshield, causing poor visibility.
Intermittent failure of ignition switch to turn over, also a/c window blower/power windows/parking brake lights failed due to burned two terminals in switch.*Ak
Purchase truck the fuel gauge was replace three time is on it four one please describe . *Ak
Automatic transmission failure, when parked uphill vehicle roll down incline when auto transmission was placed in parked. Tt
The rear passenger(captain seat) the red release button broke it is the plastic. Tt
Dodge B250: every year compared
All B250 years1992 Dodge B250 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Dodge B250 | 11 | 1 | F | |
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 929 | 11 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 256 | 8 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Dakota | 221 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Dynasty | 145 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Daytona | 19 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Dodge Truck | 15 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge Colt | 15 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1992 Dodge D Series(light) | 5 | 0 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1992 Dodge B250
Does the 1992 Dodge B250 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1992 Dodge B250: head restraint (September 1994). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Dodge B250?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (3), transmission & drivetrain (2), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1992 Dodge B250 had?
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 27, 1995 and the latest on August 9, 2001. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1992 Dodge B250 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 22 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Dodge B250 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge B250 years have the most complaints?
1994 (32), 1992 (11), 1993 (10). See every Dodge B250 year compared.
What should I do if my 1992 Dodge B250 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data