- The problem
- In a rear end collision, the pickup box crossmember could contact the fuel pump modules fuel line, causing a fuel leak which would be in non-compliance with fmvss 301.
- The risk
- Consequence of defect: leakage of fuel could cause a fire if a source of ignition is present.
- The fix
- Install two pickup box reinforcement blocker brackets to the undercarriage to eliminate contact with fuel line.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Dodge D150 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1990 Dodge D150 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (2) and the transmission & drivetrain (2). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 1990 for the bumpers. For comparison, the 1989 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical D150 year, for its age
#137 most complained-about 1990 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1990 Dodge D150 problems
Share of all 6 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1990 Dodge D150 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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6 complaints about the 1990 Dodge D150
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer stated that while driving at any speed and no warning the steering bolts are loose and it is causing the steering wheel to jump around causing it to be hard for consumer to steer the vehicle. Dealer notified. Ts
Recall 00 v 135 000 for electrical system deals with same problems of fuses blowing out and wiring shorting out as consumer was having.However, driver's vehicle was not included due to vin. Please provide any further information. *Ak
The a-frame cracked on right/left side and at steering gear box. *Ak
PURCHASE TRUCK NEW THE FRAME WAS BENT . TT
Owner parked truck on slight incline w/engine off. Truck rolled down hill through trees hitting fence. Please initiate further details. Tt
The transmission (a500) is slipping, and this is a brand new transmission. Tt
Dodge D150: every year compared
All D150 years1990 Dodge D150 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Dodge D150 | 6 | 1 | F | |
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 283 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Dodge Dakota | 66 | 3 | A | Compare |
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 55 | 3 | A | Compare |
| 1990 Dodge Dynasty | 54 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Dodge Daytona | 27 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 13 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1990 Dodge D250 | 9 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Dodge B250 | 5 | 0 | C | 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 1990 Dodge D150
Does the 1990 Dodge D150 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1990 Dodge D150: bumpers (July 1990). 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 1990 Dodge D150?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (2), transmission & drivetrain (2), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 1990 Dodge D150 had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 3, 1995 and the latest on January 8, 2003. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1990 Dodge D150 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 15 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Dodge D150 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 D150 years have the most complaints?
1990 (6), 1988 (5), 1986 (3). See every Dodge D150 year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Dodge D150 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