1500 4X4 I purchased a 1996 dodge truck, and up until now I haven't had any problems. I have replaced almost every single freeze plug on the engine except for the ones on the front of the engine. These failures have all been within 2 months of each other. I expect the front ones to fail in the next two months. I have talked to a few mechanics, and they say these shouldn't be wearing out as fast as they are.
Vehicle safety record
1996 Dodge Colt Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 Dodge Colt with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1) and the seats & seat belts (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Colt year, for its age
#257 most complained-about 1996 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1996 Dodge Colt problems
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No recalls for the 1996 Dodge Colt
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Dodge Colt. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 1996 Dodge Colt
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer received mfr recall letter in jan. Of 97, then contacted deland dodge of florida for repair date, which was set for 1/97. Consumer has gone back a number of times to deland dodge about repairs for defective seat belt buttons and have not had repairs done yet as of today. Deland dodge 2322 s. Woodland blvd. Deland, fl. 32724 (Gary /parts dept.)-904-734-7800. *Ak
Dodge Colt: every year compared
All Colt years1996 Dodge Colt vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Dodge Colt | 2 | 0 | A | |
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1,402 | 18 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1,167 | 11 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Neon | 621 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 515 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 199 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 167 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge Dodge Truck | 35 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Dodge B Series | 6 | 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 1996 Dodge Colt
Does the 1996 Dodge Colt have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 Dodge Colt right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Dodge Colt?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1996 Dodge Colt had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 4, 1997 and the latest on November 26, 1998. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 Dodge Colt a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 95 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Colt 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 Colt years have the most complaints?
1993 (113), 1989 (33), 1987 (28). See every Dodge Colt year compared.
What should I do if my 1996 Dodge Colt 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