2000 Dodge Dakota Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2000 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.

• 04V596000Dec 21, 2004592,707 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint
  Covers: Dodge Dakota 2000–2003, Durango 2000–2003

  Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel drive (4x4), if moisture leaks into the front suspension upper ball joint, evacuation of the lubricant and corrosion of the joint may cause the joint to wear over an extended period of time. This could cause a clunking noise in the front suspension, which may not always be heard by the vehicle occupants.

  Possible consequence: Excessive wear in the upper ball joint may allow it to separate, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the front suspension upper ball joints. This safety improvement campaign began on december 21, 2004. Owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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• 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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• 00V197000Jul 17, 200020,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission
  Covers: Dodge Dakota 2000

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with 4.7l engine and automatic transmissions. The automatic transmission may expel fluid from the fill tube during normal temperature operation.

  Possible consequence: The transmission fluid could come into contact with the hot exhaust system and ignition of the transmission fluid could result.

  Remedy: Dealers will shorten the vent hose and assure adequate clearance.

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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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NHTSA investigations

• EA03023Upper ball joint separationClosed · Nov 19, 2003
• EA01010Front safety belt anchorageClosed · Mar 8, 2001
• PE00035Stop lamp switchClosed · Sep 7, 2000
• PE00030Front safety belt anchorage disengagemenClosed · Jul 21, 2000

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