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1995 Dodge Pickup: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 23 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes, hydraulic.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Mar 2006

1
recalls
23
owner complaints
0
fire reports
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typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

No fire reports

Common problems

Computed from 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 23 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)5 complaints
Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)3 complaints
Fuel System, Gasoline (fuel pump, tank, lines)3 complaints
Tires3 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)2 complaints
Steering (steering wheel, rack, power assist)2 complaints
When the consumer turned the steering wheel to the right, he/she was unable to straighten the wheel which caused the vehicle to crash. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated the problem was in the steering gear box. The consumer stated the steering gear box was replaced approximately a month ago. *jbOwner report · Steering · Apr 2003
Bernard harris on behalf of employee states that vehicle experienced tread separation causing employee to swerve and almost crash. *jgOwner report · Tires · Nov 2001
While driving down road felt bump in tires, slowed down, looked in rear view mirror and saw tire tread going around on tire. Consumer pulled to the side and changed tire. It was a b.f. Goodrich size 16 " tire. *akOwner report · Tires · May 2001
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Locking device/mechanism that holds the left rear axle in place within the axle housing failed and the axle came out while traveling down street. The safety issue is that this could have happened at highway speeds and could have coused great damage to other as well as owner of vehicle. The vehicle was brought to a stop before the axle could completely depart vehicle thus minimizing damage.Owner report · Suspension · May 1998
Steering column has too much play in it and makes the vehicle hard to control,when a bump is hit the vehicle pulls too much to either side and is hard to manage. Dealer has not been contacted. *akOwner report · Steering · Aug 1997
Heard noise, replaced several parts of the braking system repeatedly, replaced pads and one rotor at 32,097 miles, calipers at 36,097 miles, and pads at 48,120 miles. *akOwner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 1996
Fuel gauge does not work, the gauge does not read right, incident occurs often. Dealer has not been contacted, and is unaware of the problem. *akOwner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 1995
Fuel gauge isn't working properly. When putting fuel into gas tank, the tank is only 1/2 full. Mos tof the time, consumer can't determine how much fuel is within the vehicle. *akOwner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · May 1995
While driving he vehicle constantly pulls to the right. Has had vehicle in shop several times and they can't find the problem. Had steering column and the steering box replaced and the problem still exists. *akOwner report · Suspension · Oct 1994
The compression clamp holding the fuel return line onto the injection pump failed, causing diesel fuel to spray over the engine and insulation material on the fire wall.Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline

When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 1 campaign

EXTERIOR LIGHTING06E026000 · Mar 2006

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1995 Dodge Pickup reliable?

NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1995 Dodge Pickup. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic.

Does the 1995 Dodge Pickup have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.