Complaints
146
Crashes
11
Fires
6
Injuries
2
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0
Worst 1999 Dodge 3500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#111 complaints
Manual Transmission
Avg mileage:113,091 mi
#211 complaints
Structural Problems
Avg mileage:113,250 mi
#39 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:143,304 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1999 Dodge 3500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual Transmission | 11 | — | — | 113,091 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 11 | — | — | 113,250 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 2 | — | 143,304 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 6 | — | — | 33,667 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 1 | — | — | — |
Manual Transmission
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
113,091
Structural Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
113,250
Steering Defects
9
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
143,304
Automatic Transmission
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
33,667
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Diesel Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Trailer Hitches
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1999 Dodge 3500 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1999 Dodge 3500 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1999 Dodge 3500 has 146 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Manual Transmission with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1999 Dodge 3500?
Top reported problems: Manual Transmission (11 complaints, avg 113,091 mi); Structural Problems (11 complaints, avg 113,250 mi); Steering Defects (9 complaints, avg 143,304 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1999 Dodge 3500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 107,608 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1999 Dodge 3500?
NHTSA complaints for the 1999 Dodge 3500 include 11 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1999 Dodge 3500 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1999 Dodge 3500 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1999 Dodge 3500?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Dodge 3500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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