Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2000 Dodge Quad
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2000 Dodge Quad, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 10 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 3 complaints
- Service Brakes, Air 2 complaints
- Steering 2 complaints
- Structure 2 complaints
- Air Bags 1 complaint
- Latches/Locks/Linkages 1 complaint
Together, the 10 complaints on file report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2000 Dodge Quad has several underlying issues, particularly with suspension and service brakes. Recurring complaints also include steering and structural components, suggesting a below-average reliability that could lead to higher maintenance costs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 60,000–100,000 miles | $400–$1,000 | very common |
| Service Brakes | 50,000–80,000 miles | $300–$800 | common |
| Steering | 70,000–110,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Tire rotation and balance
- Coolant system check
- Steering alignment
- Suspension inspection
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual braking noises
- Steering wheel misalignment
- Excessive vehicle bounce
- Lock issues with doors
- Air conditioning failure
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2000 Dodge Quad at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.