1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
7
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN
The 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN has received a total of 7 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 problems involve the Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline (1 complaint), Steering (1 complaint), and Structurebodydoor (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodydoor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tiressidewall | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tirestreadbelt | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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
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.
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.
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
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
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Safety Rating for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
020597 — SUSPENSION:REAR
REAR OF VEHICLE SAGS AND/OR LOW CURB HEIGHT. *TW
NHTSA Investigations for the 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DODGE MINI RAM VAN
- 1991 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — 1 complaint
- 1992 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — 2 complaints
- 1993 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — 2 complaints
- 1994 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — 0 complaints
- 1995 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — 1 complaint
- 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN (current)
- 1997 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — 2 complaints
- 1999 DODGE MINI RAM VAN — 1 complaint
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