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1994-1999 · 5 model years

Dodge BR Series Problems by year

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the Dodge BR Series across 5 model years, and it has 0 recalls. The 1994 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (6). The most reported problem area is the steering, followed by the brakes.

Most complaints for its age19946 complaints · 0 recallsSee the 1994
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Deaths
0

BR Series complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
19992010BrakesF
19971000Transmission & drivetrainB
19961000SteeringB
19952000SuspensionC
19946020BrakesF

Most common BR Series problems

Latest BR Series complaints

1999 Dodge BR SeriesLights

The combination headlight/fog lamp switch heated up excessively while the vehicle was in operation. The problem has occurred for the last 10 days. Only the head light portion of the switch continued to operate. The vehicle has not been repaired yet. The consumer wanted the dealer to repair the vehicle under warranty. *Mr *cb *nlm

Filed Incident Exterior lightingNHTSA 10015278
1999 Dodge BR SeriesBrakesCrash1 injury

This crash could have been avoided if the brakes didn't lock up. *Ak

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulicNHTSA 713672
1996 Dodge BR SeriesSteering

Steering shaft becomes loose in the slip joint. Not dangerous initially, but motion can allow the shaft to bind in the event of a collision and lose steering ability. Problem common on many dodge trucks.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 546614

Questions about the Dodge BR Series

Which Dodge BR Series years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1994 (6), 1995 (2), 1999 (2). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1994 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Dodge BR Series years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1996, 1997 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other BR Series years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Dodge BR Series problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the steering (3), brakes (3), acceleration & cruise control (2) most often.

How many recalls does the Dodge BR Series have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for any Dodge BR Series model year on file.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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