1997 Dodge Dakota Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 1997 Dodge Dakota. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 01V153000May 8, 2001216,100 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags
  Covers: Dodge Dakota 1997–2000, RAM 1997–2001, Durango 1997–2000 +3 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: pickup trucks. Sound deadener material inside the steering wheel could become detached from the cover and housing. Note: the ram pickup trucks were built at the warren assembly plant ("s" in the 11th vin position) from may 16, 2000 through october 23, 2000; st. Louis north assembly plant ("j" in the 11th vin position) from may 19, 2000 through october 23, 2000; lago alberto assembly plant ("m"…

  Possible consequence: When this occurs, the material could interfere with the clockspring ribbon and cause an open circuit. The driver air bag system will become disabled, and the air bag warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument panel.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly. Owner notification began june 18, 2001. Also some 1997-200 model year vehicles that, according to warranty records, have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, will also be included in this campaign. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an…

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• 00V193000Jul 17, 200040,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Dodge Dakota 1997–2000

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: pickup trucks built with 2.5l engines. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the left front brake tube and the power steering hose.

  Possible consequence: A puncture of the left front brake tube can result in a loss of braking force at the front wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake tube and power steering hose for wear. If wear is evident, the brake tube and/or power steering hose will be replaced. A power steering standoff bracket will be installed on all vehicles to ensure that adequate clearance between the brake tube and power steering hose is maintained.

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• 00V198000Jul 17, 2000437,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Dodge Dakota 1997–2000

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: pickup trucks. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the rear axle vent hose and the brake hose.

  Possible consequence: A puncture in the rear brake hose will result in a loss of braking force at the rear wheels.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear brake hose for evidence of wear. Worn brake hoses will be replaced. The rear vent hose will be shortened by 3 inches and a clip will be installed to assure clearance between the axle vent line and brake hose is maintained.

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• 00V199000Jul 17, 200091,610 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Dodge Dakota 1997

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: pickup trucks with a 131 inch wheelbase. Some of these vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the fuel line and the cab underbody.

  Possible consequence: This contact can result in wear, and after extended contact, could cause a perforation in the fuel line, resulting in leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper clearance. Fuel lines that exhibit inadequate clearance will be replaced with a redesigned fuel line that will assure proper clearance.

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• 97V080000May 16, 1997125,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive
  Covers: Dodge Dakota 1997, Jeep Wrangler 1997, Grand Cherokee 1997 +3 more

  Reported issue: The electrical circuit design allows the potential for an inadvertent air bag deployment upon vehicle ignition shut down.

  Possible consequence: Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module with a newly designed module.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA03023Upper ball joint separationClosed · Nov 19, 2003

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