- 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
1993 Dodge B250 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 1993 Dodge B250 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (2) and the engine & cooling (2). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 1994 for the head restraint. For comparison, the 1992 has 11 and the 1994 has 32.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical B250 year, for its age
#160 most complained-about 1993 vehicle
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1993 Dodge B250 problems
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1993 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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10 complaints about the 1993 Dodge B250
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The a-frame assembly rotted out at connection to the main frame. The main frame had no visible rotting. *Ak chrysler stated the vehicle was driven in salty areas. There was no rust in the van. Evidence of rust protection from the factory. *Scc *jb
Fuel tank has prematurely developed stress cracks, causing fuel leakage. Please give any further details. *Ak
A stress crack in fuel tank caused a fuel leak. Van was taken to the dealership. Part was ordered to correct the problem. Fuel tank will be replaced at owner's expense. Please provide any further information. *Ak
The conversion company drilled the converter into the fuel tank, causing the fuel tank to leak gasoline. *Ak
WHEEL WEIGHTS FLEW OFF DUE TO CORROSION.
Ignition: coil failed, causing vehicle to stall; also cleaned throttle plate/egr valve due to stalling, also overdrive/power steering failed. *Ak
Failure of the throttle linkages and control caused the consumer to have a near accident. Tt
Consumer feels studs going into wheel are too short for the lug nuts. Tt consumer states he pulled the original wheels of the van to put new tires on and the studs were so short there were only 4 threads holding the wheels on the van, one lug was stripped, consumer replaced studs at his cost. *Slc
Abs: while driving on freeway; stepped on brake to slow down; no response; kept on rolling; front end hit curb;. *Ak
Vehicle stalls out and resulting in braking and steering ability lost, replace warm up motor and other parts, to no avail. Tt
Dodge B250: every year compared
All B250 years1993 Dodge B250 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 Dodge B250 | 10 | 1 | F | |
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 962 | 10 | F | Compare |
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 415 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 289 | 9 | C | Compare |
| 1993 Dodge Dakota | 137 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1993 Dodge Colt | 113 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1993 Dodge Dynasty | 86 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1993 Dodge Daytona | 19 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1993 Dodge Dodge Truck | 6 | 0 | D | 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 1993 Dodge B250
Does the 1993 Dodge B250 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1993 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 1993 Dodge B250?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (2), engine & cooling (2), fuel system (2).
How many complaints has the 1993 Dodge B250 had?
10 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 13, 1995 and the latest on July 18, 2003. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1993 Dodge B250 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 20 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 1993 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