Dodge B350 problems
The Dodge Ram Van (also known as the Dodge B-series) is a range of full-size vans that were produced by Chrysler Corporation from the 1971 to 2003 model years. Replacing the Dodge A100, the Ram Van transitioned to a front-engine drivetrain configuration. Mostly offered as a cargo van and a passenger van, the model line was also initially offered as a cutaway van chassis.
The B-series van line was produced across 32 years of production, making it among the longest-lived platform designs in American automotive history. Much of the exterior and chassis underpinnings saw only gradual changes during their entire production, with three distinct generations developed. Alongside its use by Dodge, the full-size van range saw rebranding during the 1970s for both Fargo Trucks and Plymouth (marking the debut of the Plymouth Voyager nameplate).
For much of its entire production run, Chrysler produced B-platform vans at the now-demolished Pillette Road Truck Assembly plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada; prior to 1980, the model line was also produced at Saint Louis North Assembly (Fenton, Missouri). In 2003, the Dodge Sprinter (a rebranding of its Mercedes-Benz namesake) was introduced, replacing the B-series van entirely from 2004 to 2009. Since 2014, the Ram division has offered the ProMaster to the full-size van market, a rebranded Fiat Ducato.
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Common Dodge B350 problems
Based on the sources provided, here are common problems with Dodge B350 cars based on complaints from owners:
- ECU / PCM Troubles: Concerns have been raised regarding the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in Dodge B350 vans. Owners have experienced intermittent operation of these components, suspecting ECU malfunctions that affect the vehicle's performance and reliability.
- Starting Problems: Some Dodge B350 owners have faced challenges with the engine not starting at times. This issue could be linked to various components such as the fuel pump, ignition system, or sensors like the camshaft and crankshaft sensors. Starting problems can be frustrating and impact the vehicle's usability.
- Transmission Shifting Problems: Complaints have been made about automatic transmission issues in Dodge B350 vehicles, including harsh shifting and shuddering. Transmission problems can lead to a lack of smooth gear changes, affecting the overall driving experience and potentially causing safety concerns.
- Power Window Malfunctions: Another common problem reported by Dodge B350 owners is related to power windows. Issues with power window operation can range from slow movement to complete failure, impacting the convenience and functionality of the vehicle.
These common problems with Dodge B350 cars highlight various issues that owners have faced, ranging from stalling and starting issues to concerns with electronic components like the ECU and PCM. Addressing these problems promptly is essential to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of Dodge B350 vehicles.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Dodge B350 years
We have researched Dodge problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Dodge B350 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Dodge B350 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Dodge B350 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Dodge B350 years
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Dodge B350 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Dodge B350 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Tires problems
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Dodge B350 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by B350 model years
A total of 1 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by B350 model years
There were a total of 7 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by B350 model years
There were a total of 19 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by B350 model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 57 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Dodge B350 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Dodge B350 vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Dodge B350 1993
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-23
- Date Complaint: 2016-06-27
- VIN: 2B6JB31Y4PK
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: AS I WAS PREPARING TO LEAVE A WALMART PARKING LOT [I WAS NOT MOVING AT THE TIME] I HEARD A LOUD POP NOISE FROM UNDER MY VEHICLE.I INVESTIGATED AND FOUND THE TIRE TREAD HAD BLOWN OUT AND SEPARATED FROM TIRE. SINCE TIRES ONLY HAD APPROXIMATELY 11,000 MILES ON THEM I GOOGLED MICHELIN TIRE PROBLEMS ON THE INTERNET. MY TIRES ARE MICHELIN LTX M/S LT 225/75R16. I FOUND A RECALL WITH THE NHTSA CAMPAIN #3T012000 FOR THESE TIRES. THANK GOODNESS I WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY AT TIME OF TIRE SEPARATION. I HAVE INCLUDED PICTURES OF TIRE AND ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT.
Dodge B350 1992
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-05
- Date Complaint: 2014-08-19
- VIN: 3B7MM33C4NM
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 DODGE B350. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE'S SPEED TO INCREASE EXCESSIVELY. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000.
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-09
- Date Complaint: 2008-09-27
- VIN: 2B7KB31Z2XK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE BELONGS TO VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. THE DRIVER OF THE VAN REPORTED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WAS MALFUNCTIONING. THE MECHANIC WHEN DIAGNOSING THE COMPLAINT DISCOVERED THAT THE ABS MODULE CONNECTOR WAS MELTED. DAIMLERCHRYSLER ISSUED SAFETY RECALL D20 IN 2004 TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM BUT THE RECALL REPAIR HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. VERIZON HAS HAD 29 INCIDENTS THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED. THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT WARRANTS FURTHER INVESTIGATION AND ACTION. *TR
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2006-12-04
- Date Complaint: 2008-09-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2B7KB31Z2XK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE BELONGS TO VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. THE VAN HAD AN UNDER HOOD FIRE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE ABS MODULE AREA. THE DRIVER COMPLAINED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER WAS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. WHEN DIAGNOSING THE COMPLAINT THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE ABS MODULE CONNECTOR AND WIRING WERE BURNT. DAIMLERCHRYSLER ISSUED SAFETY RECALL D20 IN 2004 TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM BUT THE RECALL REPAIR HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. VERIZON HAS HAD 29 INCIDENTS THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED. THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT WARRANTS FURTHER INVESTIGATION AND ACTION. *TR
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2006-08-30
- Date Complaint: 2008-09-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2B7KB31Z5XK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE BELONGS TO VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. THE VAN HAD AN UNDER HOOD FIRE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE ABS MODULE AREA WHILE PARKED. THE VAN IS DECLARED A "TOTAL LOSS". DAIMLERCHRYSLER ISSUED SAFETY RECALL D20 IN 2004 TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM BUT THE RECALL REPAIR HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. VERIZON HAS HAD 29 UNDER HOOD FIRE INCIDENTS THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED. THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT WARRANTS FURTHER INVESTIGATION AND ACTION. *TR
Dodge B350 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-30
- Date Complaint: 2008-09-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2B7KB31Z8WK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE BELONGS TO VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. THE VAN HAD AN UNDER HOOD FIRE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE ABS MODULE AREA. THE DRIVER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VAN WHILE IT WAS PARKED. DAIMLERCHRYSLER ISSUED SAFETY RECALL D20 IN 2004 TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM BUT THE RECALL REPAIR HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. VERIZON HAS HAD 29 INCIDENTS THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED. THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT WARRANTS FURTHER INVESTIGATION AND ACTION. *TR
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-03
- Date Complaint: 2008-09-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2B7KB31Z5XK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE BELONGS TO VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. THE VAN HAD AN UNDER HOOD FIRE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE ABS MODULE AREA. THE DRIVER COMPLAINED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER WAS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. WHEN DIAGNOSING THE COMPLAINT THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE ABS MODULE CONNECTOR AND WIRING WERE BURNT. DAIMLERCHRYSLER ISSUED SAFETY RECALL D20 IN 2004 TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM BUT THE RECALL REPAIR HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. VERIZON HAS HAD 29 INCIDENTS THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED. THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT WARRANTS FURTHER INVESTIGATION AND ACTION. *TR
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-13
- Date Complaint: 2008-09-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2B7KB31ZXXK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE BELONGS TO VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS. THE VAN HAD AN UNDER HOOD FIRE THAT ORIGINATED IN THE ABS MODULE AREA. DAIMLERCHRYSLER ISSUED SAFETY RECALL D20 IN 2004 TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM BUT THE RECALL REPAIR HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. VERIZON HAS HAD 29 INCIDENTS THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED. THIS IS AN UNSAFE CONDITION THAT WARRANTS FURTHER INVESTIGATION AND ACTION. *TR
Dodge B350 1998
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-08
- Date Complaint: 2004-12-06
- VIN: 2B5WB35Z5WK
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HAD TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE TO GET THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL UNSTUCK. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
Dodge B350 1993
- Date Of Incident: 1993-03-01
- Date Complaint: 2004-09-21
- VIN: 2D5WB35ZXTK
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE REAR BRAKES DIDN'T WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER NINE TIMES AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *NLM THE FRONT BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED 9 TIMES. THE REAR BRAKES NEVER WORKED. *SCC *JB *TC
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-17
- Date Complaint: 2004-06-18
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT CRACKED FROM THE FLOORBOARD. *AK
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-11
- Date Complaint: 2002-01-23
- VIN: 2B6LB31Z7XK
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THE VALVE STEM IS SEPARATING FROM THE RUBBER AND METAL, CAUSING TIRES TO DEFLATE FASTER, VALVE STEM IS MANUFACTURED BY SCHRADER PART # TR-600HP.*AK *SLC
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-11
- Date Complaint: 2002-01-23
- VIN: 2B6LB31Z5XK
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THE VALVE STEM IS SEPARATING FROM THE RUBBER AND METAL, CAUSING TIRES TO DEFLATE FASTER, VALVE STEM IS MANUFACTURED BY SCHRADER PART # TR-600HP.*AK *SLC *JB
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-11
- Date Complaint: 2002-01-23
- VIN: 2B6LB31Z7XK
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THE VALVE STEM IS SEPARATING FROM THE RUBBER AND METAL OF THE TIRE, CAUSING TIRES TO DEFLATE FASTER, THE VALVE STEM IS MANUFACTURED BY SCHRADER PART # TR-600HP.*AK *YH
Dodge B350 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-11
- Date Complaint: 2002-01-23
- VIN: 2B6LB31Z9XK
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: VALVE STEM IS SEPARATING FROM RUBBER AND METAL, CAUSING TIRES TO DEFLATE FASTER. THE VALVE STEM IS MANUFACTURED BY SCHRADER PART # TR-600HP. YEAR OF VEHICLE IS 1999.*AK *YH
Recalls Dodge B350
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the Dodge B350.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Dodge B350 1994
- Report Received Date: 1994-09-16
- Manufacturer: HOME & PARK MOTORHOMES
- Components: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE
- Summary: THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE IS ROUTED TO THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL CAUSING IT TO CROSS AND CONTACT THE STEEL BRAKE LINE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE ABRASION AND RUPTURE OF THE STEEL BRAKE LINE RESULTING IN A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID.
- Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID DUE TO THE RUPTURE OF THE STEEL BRAKE LINE CAUSES LOSS OF REAR BRAKING CAPABILITY WHICH CAN RESULT IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES AND CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE AWAY FROM THE STEEL BRAKE LINE. THE STEEL BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED IF ABRASION OR WEAR IS EVIDENT.
- Model: Dodge B350 1988
- Report Received Date: 1988-05-04
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Summary: THE BATTERY MAY INTERFERE WITH THE HOOD INNER PANEL AT THE FRONT THREE CELL VENT CAP OF THE BATTERY.
- Consequence: SUCH INTERFERENCE MAY DISLODGE CAP AND ALLOW HYDROGENGAS TO ESCAPE AND CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD.
- Remedy: REPLACE THREE CELL CAP WITH INDIVIDUAL BATTERY CELL CAPS.
- Model: Dodge B350 1988
- Report Received Date: 1987-12-26
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Summary: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY CONTAIN A PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLY THAT MAY STICK IN THE TOOTH BUTT UNENGAGED POSITION.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL WITH THEGEAR SHIFT LEVER IN PARK POSITION.
- Remedy: ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES WILL HAVE THE PARK SPRAG ROD ASSEMBLIES REPLACED.
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