1997 DODGE B SERIES — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1997 DODGE B SERIES
The 1997 DODGE B SERIES has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionrear | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE DRIVER REPORTED TO HIS FIRST JOB IN THE AM. HE SAYS HE HAD DRIVEN THE VAN APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES. NOTICED NOTHING UNUSUAL ABOUT THE OPERATION OF THE VAN. NO UNUSUAL SMELL. WHEN HE PULLED UP TO HIS FIRST JOB HE NOTICED SMOKE COMING UP FROM UNDER THE VAN. HE EXITED THE VAN AND OPENED THE HOOD. HE SAW FLAMES COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. HE TRIED TO PUT THE FIRE OUT WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER WHILE HE DIALED 911. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VAN IS A TOTAL-LOSS. VERIZON HAS HAD SIMILAR FIRES IN THIS MODEL VAN AND FEELS THAT THIS INCIDENT DESERVES FURTHER INVESTIGATION. PREVIOUS FIRES OF THIS NATURE HAVE BEEN REPORTED TO NHTSA BY VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. *AK
THIS VEHICLE IS A 1997 MODEL AND THE SWAY BAR IS RUBBING ON THE TIRE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
Safety Rating for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1997 DODGE B SERIES in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
BC3233970211 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
DESIGN CHANGE TO LOWER COOLANT PIPE ON FD 1060 ENGINES. *TW
NHTSA Investigations for the 1997 DODGE B SERIES
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DODGE B SERIES
- 1992 DODGE B SERIES — 1 complaint
- 1994 DODGE B SERIES — 10 complaints
- 1995 DODGE B SERIES — 10 complaints
- 1996 DODGE B SERIES — 13 complaints
- 1997 DODGE B SERIES (current)
- 1998 DODGE B SERIES — 19 complaints
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