1999 Dodge B150 Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 83,500miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 14 mpgcombined, 5.2L 8-cyl RWD · 12 city / 18 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 Dodge B150 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1999 Dodge B150. The part named most often is steering, with 4 complaints (50% of the total), followed by body and structure (3) and brakes (1). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 13% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 83,500 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 11 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Steering4 50%
- Body and structure3 38%
- Brakes1 13%
- Engine1 13%
- Suspension1 13%
Example complaints
Steering: “The first time; the vehicle suddenly stopped running, had no brakes or power steering and my wife was barely able to safely coast to the side of the road. After catching our breath, it restarted on the second try. The next time it completely shut down I was driving and we were in traffic traveling about 65 MPH, I quickly placed the shifter in neutral and tried the key and luckily it restarted. The next time the vehicle randomly shut down we were almost hit from behind and then nearly sideswiped while trying to escape the traffic, and we waited nearly half an hour for the vehicle to restart. …”
NHTSA complaint #10640581, filed 2014-10, 111,228 milesBody and structure: “The contact owns a 1999 Dodge ram van 1500. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle was completely corroded. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who verified the failure and advised the contact to contact the local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 100,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10445937, filed 2012-01, 100,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
13% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 55,000 and 111,228 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1999 Dodge B150 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1500 Van 2WD | 3.9L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 14 | 16 | 15 | $4,450 |
| B1500 Van 2WD | 5.2L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 |
| B1500 Van 2WD | 5.9L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 11 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
| B1500 Wagon 2WD | 3.9L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 13 | 15 | 14 | $4,800 |
| B1500 Wagon 2WD | 5.2L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Dodge B150 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 11 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10229256Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the…
- 10221686Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the…
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty…
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Nov 20, 2019Equipment. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10223854Sep 7, 2016Engine cooling. Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and…
Other model years of the Dodge B150
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 8 | 83,500 | 0 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Dodge B150 have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1999 Dodge B150 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Dodge B150 is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 4 complaints (50% of the total), followed by body and structure with 3.
Has the 1999 Dodge B150 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1999 Dodge B150 get?
The EPA rates the 1999 Dodge B150 (B1500 Van 2WD, 5.2L 8-cyl) at 14 mpg combined, 12 city and 18 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1999 Dodge B150 reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 83,500 miles and the middle half falls between 55,000 and 111,228 miles; 13% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.