A generation is a collection of years for a specific model where there isn't much change in the design, parts used, or the manufacturing process. Model years within a generation often share the same problems making them incredibly helpful for predicting problems and overall cost of ownership.
We've run the numbers and think the 2nd generation Intrepid (1998—2004) should be avoided. It ranks dead last in our generation reliability rankings.
The Avenger has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (2008—2014) has been the least reliable.
The Caliber has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Caravan has 4 generations available in North American markets. The 4th generation (2001—2007) has been the least reliable.
The Challenger has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Charger has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 6th generation (2006—2010) has been the least reliable.
The Dakota has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (1997—2004) has been the least reliable.
The Dart has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Daytona has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Durango has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 1st generation (1998—2003) has been the least reliable.
The Dynasty has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Grand Caravan has 5 generations available in North American markets. The 5th generation (2008—2020) has been the least reliable.
The Intrepid has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (1998—2004) has been the least reliable.
The Journey has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Magnum has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Neon has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (2000—2005) has been the least reliable.
The Nitro has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Ram 1500 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 4th generation (2009—2011) has been the least reliable.
The Ram 2500 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2003—2009) has been the least reliable.
The Ram 3500 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2003—2009) has been the least reliable.
The Ram 4500 has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Ram 5500 has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Ram Van 1500 has 3 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2002—2003) has been the least reliable.
The Ram Van 2500 has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2002—2003) has been the least reliable.
The Ram Van 3500 has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (1994—2001) has been the least reliable.
The SRT Viper has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Shadow has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Spirit has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Sprinter has 1 generation available in North American markets.
The Stratus has 2 generations available in North American markets. The 2nd generation (2001—2007) has been the least reliable.
The Viper has 4 generations available in North American markets. The 3rd generation (2003—2006) has been the least reliable.
The best way to find out what's wrong with a vehicle is from the people who drive them. Not only do owner complaints help us rank vehicles by reliability, but they're often used to spark class-action lawsuits and warranty extensions. Plus, they're a great way to vent.