VehicleVerdict

Caterpillar 3116 years to avoid

Across 1988–1998, no single 3116 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1998 drew the most complaints; 1998 the fewest.

0

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

1988–1998

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Caterpillar 3116 NHTSA complaints by model year1 complaints1988: 0 complaints1989: 0 complaints1990: 0 complaints1996: 0 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints
Caterpillar 3116 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 3116 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199801
199701
199602
199001
198901
198801

Common questions

What is the best year for the Caterpillar 3116?

By complaint volume, 1998 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 3116 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Caterpillar 3116 have?

Across all model years, the 3116 has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.