1997-2004 Dodge Dakota: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
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NHTSA Recall History
1997 w/131-inch wheelbase:
Some vehicles may have inadequate clearance between fuel line and cab underbody.
1997:
Airbag could deploy inadvertently when ignition is shut off.
1997-00 w/2.5-liter engine:
Some vehicles may have inadequate clearance between left front brake tube and power-steering hose.
1997-00:
Some vehicles may have inadequate clearance between rear-axle vent hose and brake hose.
1997-00:
Sound-deadening material inside the steering wheel could become detached from the cover and housing causing the driver-airbag system to become disabled. The airbag-warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument panel.
1998 2WD:
Front-brake hoses or antilock brake-system sensor wire may be abraded at front wheels by contact with wheelhouse splash shield; prolonged contact with hose can cause partial braking loss.
1998:
Bolts used to attach cab and core support to frame may have been improperly hardened; can allow cab to separate from frame.
1999:
The front-seatbelt retractor does not comply with the requirements of the standard. If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.
2000 w/4.7-liter engine and automatic:
Automatic transmission may expel fluid from fill tube during normal temperature operation.
2000-01:
Some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions for properly attaching a child-restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
2000-03 w/4WD:
If moisture leaks into front suspension upper ball joint, evacuation of the lubricant and corrosion may cause the joint to wear over an extended time period; could cause clunking noise and possible separation that may result in loss of control.
2001 Quad Cab:
Front-outboard lower-seatbelt anchor bolts may not be tightened correctly. An improperly tightened seatbelt anchor may not provide the anticipated level of occupant restraint in a crash.
2001 w/4WD:
Electric shift-transfer case may not fully engage into gear, causing the transfer case to end up in the neutral position.
2001-02:
Certain vehicles are missing certification labels about maximum tire load capacity. Dealers will distribute labels.
2001-03 w/manual transmission:
The clutch may chafe headlamp and dash wiring harnesses, causing the horn, lights wipers and signals to be inoperative. Dealer will inspect and replace al affected parts.
2001-2002 Dakota with automatic transmission:
The transmission lever may potentially be shifted out of park with the key removed and without depressing the brake pedal, or the key may be removed when the shifter is not in park, which fails to comply with Federal regulations. Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly.
2002-04:
Windshield wiper motor may be susceptible to water intrusion that could cause internal corrosion, resulting in partial or total loss of wiping capability.
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