Body & structure
Filed Dec 1, 2009
1998 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB- DASH IS CRACKING. THIS TRUCK IS AND HAS BEEN ALWAYS GARAGED. NEGLECT AND MISUSE IS NOT AN ISSUE. ORIGINAL ORDER. *TR
- NHTSA ID
- 10294133
- Incident
- Aug 1, 2009
- Mileage
- 165,000 mi
1998 Dodge Quad
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
Data refreshed
Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Dec 1, 2009
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview
Our database contains 11 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 1998 Dodge Quad, most frequently naming the engine, electrical and body & structure categories. 11 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 1998 | 1 | 1 |
| Sep 1998 | 1 | 2 |
| Oct 1998 | 1 | 3 |
| Feb 1999 | 4 | 7 |
| Sep 1999 | 2 | 9 |
| May 2000 | 1 | 10 |
| Dec 2009 | 1 | 11 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Engine218.2%
- Electrical218.2%
- Body & structure218.2%
- Suspension218.2%
- Brakes19.1%
- Seat belts19.1%
- Transmission19.1%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
No recalls in our database for this model year
That does not guarantee a specific vehicle is unaffected — recalls are issued against VINs, and new campaigns are announced regularly. Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov.
Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
Seat belts
Filed May 19, 2000
THE SEAT BELT WEBBING IS CONSTANTLY GETTING TWISTED, THE DESIGN OF THE LATCH PLATE IS LARGE AND ALLOWS FOR TWISTING OF THE MATERIAL. YH
- NHTSA ID
- 552328
Suspension
Filed Sep 8, 1999
REAR AXLE--BEARINGS, SEALS.
- NHTSA ID
- 609633
- Incident
- Jul 1, 1998
Body & structure
Filed Sep 8, 1999
PLASTIC DOOR MOLDING STRIP.
- NHTSA ID
- 609567
- Incident
- Nov 1, 1998
Suspension
Filed Feb 1, 1999
CONSTANT POPPING NOISE FROM FRONT SUSPENSION. *YC
- NHTSA ID
- 606996
- Incident
- Sep 1, 1997
Engine
Filed Feb 1, 1999
BURNED EXHAUST VALVE ON CYLINDER. YH
- NHTSA ID
- 606995
- Incident
- Oct 16, 1998
Engine
Filed Feb 1, 1999
ENGINE IS NOT FIXED AFTER SIX REPAIR ATTEMPTS. *YC
- NHTSA ID
- 606990
Electrical
Filed Feb 1, 1999
NEW SPARK PLUG AND WIRE INSTALLED. YH
- NHTSA ID
- 606710
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
9004275
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
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 "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
9004275
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
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 "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
08-049-20
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
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 reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
31-005-19
EQUIPMENT; 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.
3100319
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.
3100519
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.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.