1998 Dodge Ram Van: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1998 Dodge Ram Van: 1 recall, 22 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats Vehicle recall #98V076000 · 1998 · 3,500 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's side front seat attaching riser welds were not correct.
Why it matters: The seat attachment strength would not be sufficient in the event of a vehicle crash increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver's side power front seat rise with a riser that was mig welded.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (7): the most common themes are electrical failure (5), fire / smoke (5).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (5): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Suspension (4): the most common themes are steering problems (2).
- Steering (3): the most common themes are steering problems (3).
The 1998 Dodge Ram Van has 22 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 13 Ram Van model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 17). Complaints peaked in 2000 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 111,374 miles. Neighboring years: 1997 (16 complaints, 0 recalls), 1999 (47 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 1998 Dodge Ram Van have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1998 Dodge Ram Van. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1998 Dodge Ram Van problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (7), brakes (hydraulic) (5), suspension (4).
Where can I get a 1998 Dodge Ram Van repair manual?
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