- 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
1989 Dodge W100 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1989 Dodge W100 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 1990 for the bumpers.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical W100 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1989 Dodge W100 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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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Dodge W100: every year compared
All W100 years1989 Dodge W100 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 Dodge W100 | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 1989 Dodge Caravan | 194 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge Dakota | 64 | 3 | A | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 35 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 33 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge Aries | 10 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge D250 | 9 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge B250 | 4 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1989 Dodge D Series(light) | 4 | 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 1989 Dodge W100
Does the 1989 Dodge W100 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1989 Dodge W100: 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.
How many complaints has the 1989 Dodge W100 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1989 Dodge W100 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Dodge W100 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.
What should I do if my 1989 Dodge W100 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