Most common 1995 Dodge Pickup problems
Share of the 23 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Dodge Pickup complaints by model year
Best Pickup years: 1999, 1998. Years to avoid: 1996. Compare all years →
What 1995 Dodge Pickup owners say
Brakes
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.
The brake pad on the left front caliper assembly froze causing the rotor to fail. Yh
1995 Dodge Pickup engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 20 / 25 / 22 |
| 3.9L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 15 / 21 / 17 |
| 3.9L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 19 / 16 |
| 5.2L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 14 / 18 / 15 |
| 3.9L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 14 / 17 / 15 |
| 3.9L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 14 / 17 / 15 |
| 5.2L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 13 / 17 / 14 |
| 5.2L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 12 / 16 / 14 |
| 5.9L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 11 / 15 / 13 |
| 5.2L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 11 / 16 / 13 |
| 5.9L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 15 / 12 |
| 5.9L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 10 / 14 / 12 |
EPA ratings. Class: Full-size pickup.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Dodge Pickup a good car?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Pickup rates average: 1.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the Pickup at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Dodge Pickup?
The brakes — 6 complaints, 26% of all complaints for this model year, most often about foundation components › disc › pads. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (3) and engine & cooling (3).
How many recalls does the 1995 Dodge Pickup have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Dodge Pickup. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Dodge Pickup?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1999 and 1998. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1996. See the full Dodge Pickup years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Dodge Pickup problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 210,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.