The driver reported to his first job in the am. He says he had driven the van approximately 10 miles. Noticed nothing unusual about the operation of the van. No unusual smell. When he pulled up to his first job he noticed smoke coming up from under the van. He exited the van and opened the hood. He saw flames coming from the engine compartment. He tried to put the fire out with a fire extinguisher while he dialed 911. The fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. The van is a total-loss. Verizon has had similar fires in this model van and feels that this incident deserves further investigation. Previous fires of this nature have been reported to the federal safety agency by verizon communications.
The worst 1997 Dodge B Series problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Suspension1
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- Electrical1
- Suspension1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Dodge B Series 1
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What 1997 Dodge B Series owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
This vehicle is a 1997 model and the sway bar is rubbing on the tire. Dealer has been contacted.
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Questions about the 1997 Dodge B Series
Is the 1997 Dodge B Series reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Dodge B Series, fewer than a typical B Series model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 Dodge B Series?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 1997 Dodge B Series have?
No recalls on record.
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