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Model year

1996 Dodge Mini RAM VAN

Minivan, gasoline, FWD/Front-Wheel Drive, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Mar 22, 1996 to Oct 18, 2016.

Recalls (0)Complaints (5)Investigations (0)Bulletins (10)
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints5Below the median 1996 minivan
Severity index0.01996 minivans average 8.6
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 1996 Dodge Mini RAM VAN peaked in 1996, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.751199611999200220052008201120142017202020232026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

20% of complaints about the 1996 Dodge Mini RAM VAN name engine and cooling

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Engine and cooling
1
Steering
1
Structure
1
Tires
1
Speed control
1
Visibility and wipers
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

No recall campaign lists the 1996 Dodge Mini RAM VAN

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 1996 Dodge Mini RAM VAN

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

5 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Oct 18, 2016Failure Jan 4, 201637,000 milesPiqua, OHSteering

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VEER TO THE SIDES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND INFORMED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, HOWEVER THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS DISCONTINUED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 37,000...UPDATED 11/17/16 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED HE REPAIRED THE STEERING HIMSELF BY REMOVING THE STEERING SHAFT AND REPLACING THE UJOINT. UPDATED 08/08/2017*JS

    NHTSA complaint 10916786
  2. Filed Feb 21, 2005Failure Feb 21, 2005Stone Mountain, GASidewall, Tread/belt

    I HAVE HAD TO EITHER REPLACE OR REPAIR TWO OF MY HANKOOK MILAGE PLUS TIRES SINCE I PURCHASED THEM SIX MONTHS AGO. THE LATEST INCIDENT OCCURING ON 2/21/05. I HAVE BOTH TIRES THE ONE THAT WAS REPLACED AND THE I HAD TO HAVE REPAIRED.

    NHTSA complaint 10111912
  3. Filed Jan 27, 2003Failure Dec 20, 2002Webster, FLCruise control

    DURING SUMMER CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF BETWEEN 18 AND 25 MILES. *AK CRUISE CONTROL WAS OPERATIVE WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES ARE COOL. DEALER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. *TT

    NHTSA complaint 10004664
  4. Filed Aug 21, 2001Failure Mar 15, 2000Dorchester, MAGasoline

    ENGINE FAILURE, ENGINE WAS REPLACED FOR FOUR TIMES BY DEALER. REASON FOR FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK

    NHTSA complaint 894799
  5. Filed Mar 22, 1996Failure Mar 22, 1996Gaffney, SCDoor, Windshield wiper/washer

    WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON UPON STARTING VEHICLE. *SD

    NHTSA complaint 502832
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
All investigations
Service bulletins

10 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

  • 3100519 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
  • 3100319 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 3100619 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • R2118796A Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
  • 08-049-20 Apr 22, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
  • 31-003-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
  • 31-006-19 Nov 20, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
  • 020597 Jun 20, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    REAR OF VEHICLE SAGS AND/OR LOW CURB HEIGHT. *TW
  • 140497 Jun 13, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    LACK OF POWER ON ACCELERATION AND/OR LONG CRANK TIME IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TW
  • 090797 Jun 27, 1997 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    TIMING CHAIN NOISE. *TW
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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