1996 Dodge Ram vs 1998 Dodge Ram
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Dodge Ram | 1998 Dodge Ram |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 625 | 483 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 91 | 137 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 72 | 79 |
| Fire reports | 24 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 74,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Ram | Dodge Ram |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 170 | 107 |
| Power Train | 135 | 80 |
| Air Bags | 38 | 66 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 57 | 38 |
| Electrical System | 47 | 48 |
| Suspension | 49 | 31 |
| Steering | 43 | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 27 | 18 |
| Stalling | 24 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 21 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 6 |
| Overheating | 7 | 7 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
1996 Dodge Ram
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.