Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd 1997
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd, manufacturered by Chrysler De Mexico Toluca.
The vehicle is described as a 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Standard Pickup Trucks Light Pickup.
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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Dodge | 3B8 2D2 2D3 2D4 2D5 2D6 2D7 2D8 3B4 3B5 3B7 2C7 3C4 3C6 3C7 3D2 3D3 3D4 3D5 3D6 3D7 3D8 1D5 1B5 1B6 1B7 1B8 1C4 1C6 1C7 1D2 1D3 1D4 1B4 1D6 1D7 1D8 2B4 2B5 2B7 2B8 2C4 2C6 | Regular |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
12 - 14 MPG | 16 - 17 MPG | 592.46 - 683.61 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd?
- The 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 12 - 14 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 16 - 17 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd is $3600.
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Where is the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd produced?
- The 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd is produced in Santa Fe Mexico City, Mexico.
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Are there recalls for the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd?
- There are 15 recall(s) for the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd, additional information is below.
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How much does the 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd weigh?
- The 1997 Dodge Dakota Pickup 4wd is listed to weigh 2015 lbs.
- 2.5L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
- 3.9L 6 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 3.9L 6 cylinder 5-speed manual
- 5.2L 8 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 5.2L 8 cylinder 5-speed manual
Recall 85536 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Recall 87845 [USA]: Improper seating of the wheel can result in excessive vibration, brake rotor noise, difficulty removing the wheel after installation and operation of the vehicle, and possibly wheel-end separation during vehicle operation. should wheel-end separation occur, the driver could loose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Recall 36854 [USA]: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Recall 60714 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Recall 60450 [USA]: A jammed open throttle could cause unintended acceleration of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash or increased stoping distances when braking.
Recall 59316 [USA]: Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
Recall 4662 [USA]: 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.
Recall 7998 [USA]: 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.
Recall 9402 [USA]: 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.
Recall 9905 [USA]: A puncture in the rear brake hose will result in a loss of braking force at the rear wheels.
Recall 13899 [USA]: Unexpected air bag deployment can result in occupant injury.
Recall 2000170 [Canada]: Brakes
Recall 2000171 [Canada]: Fuel supply
Recall 1997102 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
Recall 1997115 [Canada]: Emissions
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Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Dakota Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.9 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 2960 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13771 Model name (carline) Dakota Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.6667 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0769 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Dakota Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details SIL Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 3.9 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 2960 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13772 Model name (carline) Dakota Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 24.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details SIL Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Dakota Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 22.8854 City mpg for fuel type 1, 12 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.2 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 2980 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Vehicle record id 13773 Model name (carline) Dakota Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 14.4444 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 21.7949 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Dakota Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.2 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details SIL Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 21.2507 City mpg for fuel type 1, 12 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.2 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 2980 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3850 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 13774 Model name (carline) Dakota Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 14.4444 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details SIL Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 9002849 - STRUCTURE: Part description: insulator on lever assy manual valve - valve body - rwd transmission issue description: the manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
- 3100519 - STRUCTURE: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 3100319 - STRUCTURE: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 3100619 - STRUCTURE: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- R2118796A - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Valve body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- DOR-X6W2U-06 - AIR BAGS: This sku is a clock spring. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the internal spring. If the internal spring is not seated, the electrical circuit for the horn is disconnected and the horn will not fu
- 08-049-20 - EQUIPMENT: Charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
- 31-005-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 31-003-19 - EQUIPMENT: Use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 31-006-19 - STRUCTURE: Repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 9002849 - EQUIPMENT: Part description: insulator on lever assy manual valve - valve body - rwd transmission issue description: the manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
- 22 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Reprogram pcm and inspect catalytic converter. *kb
- 1100605 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Illuminated mil as the result of a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0420 - catalyst efficiency, or may have failed a california smog or state i/m test but without an illuminated mil, or a rattling sound from the underside of the vehicle. Cat
- 2401305 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor. *tt
- 082700 - AIR BAGS: Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt
- 021599 - SUSPENSION: Experiencing a squeak noise coming from rear leaf spring. *tt
- 083799 - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles. *tt
- 235299 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Subject regarding a squeak heard coming from the window area as the window is rolled down. *tt
- 020699A - SUSPENSION: This bulletin mentions that the front wheel bearing grease is evident on the bearing seal area. *tt
- 242099A - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: A condition may occur while in bi-level mode, air flow from panel vents is less than that of the floor vents. *tt
- 080699A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customers may complain of radio interference to / from two way radio receivers. *tt
- 241197 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Concerns with a/c evaporator odor. *nlm
- 241397 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on a/c refrigerant leaks. *nlm
- 241297 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Informatio on climate control. *nlm
- 234597 - STRUCTURE:BODY: This bulletin involves mud and debris accumulation on lower sill area. *nlm
- 233197 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Concerns with center armrest/console upper inertia latch cover broken. *nlm
- 220197 - TIRES: Information on tire and wheel runout. *nlm
- 191297 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Concerns with clunk/rattle felt in steering column/wheel. *nlm
- 181297 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Concerns with erroneous mil illumination. Drivability improvement. *nlm
- 140897 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Information on poor drivability with high di (drivability index) fuel. *nlm
- 083997 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicle may experience remote keyless entry transmitter batteries discharge prematurely. *nlm
- 0832097 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *nlm
- 082797A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicle may expereience inoperative cd player sales code raz radio. *nlm
- 082697 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Concerns with airbag warning lamp stays dimly illuminated. *nlm
- 082197 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Information regarding no start - engin failed to crank. *nlm
- 081897A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Information regarding clicking/tapping noise coming fom under instrument panel. *nlm
- 080797 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Concerns with remote keyless entry (rke) horn chip feature disabled. *nlm
- 070397 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Concerns with engine coolant usage. *nlm
- 2100202 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Subject regarding revision in diagnostic procedures and labor operation times for re transmissions. *tt
- 1802002 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Flash programming failure recovery. *slc
- 2301502 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *slc
- 2301502 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Subject regarding the outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *slc
- 2302701 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR: Subject regarding outside rearview mirror glass replacement. *tt
- 2100601 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Automatic transmission fluid usage atf+4. *tt *mj
- 1801201 - EQUIPMENT: Subject regarding generic scan tool (gst), publication no. 81-170-00008 provided with this technical service bulletin to provide reference information when using generic scan tool on obdii vehicles. *tt
- 0801001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt
- 0200600 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM: Subject regarding upper control arm bushing service. *tt
- 0800600REV - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb
- 2303400A - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES: Subject regarding outside mirror glass replacement. *tt
- 233400 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR: Subject regarding outside mirror glass replacement. *tt
- 082400 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: On some vehicles the engine cranks but does not start or starts and stalls. *tt
- 242099 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Subject regarding vehicles that experience while in bi-level mode, air flow from panel vents is less that that of the floor vents. *mjs
- 233599REVA - STRUCTURE:BODY: Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *mjs
- 230800 - SEATS: Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
- 020500 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY: Some customers may comment about a squeaking / clicking noise from rear leaf springs. *tt
- 090500 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Experiencing spark knock and engine oil consumption due to intake manifold pan gasket oil leak. *tt
- 080600 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt
- 180100 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Subject regarding misdiagnosed leak detection pump systems with diagnostic trouble codes P1494, P0442 P0455, or P0456. *tt
- 020699 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING: On some vehicles the front wheel bearings may incorrectly be diagnosed as faulty due to the evidence of wheel bearing grease on the bearing seal areas. *tt
- 233599 - SEATS: Information on child seat tether anchors. *tt
- 090699 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding spark knock and engine oil consumption due to intake manifold pan gasket oil leak. *tt
- 030199A - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Conditions with two-piece propeller shaft boot torn. *tt
- 181299 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): This bulletin explains the operation and application of the leak detection pump (ldp) monitor test. *tt
- 020699 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING: Subject on the front wheel bearing grease is evident on the bearing seal area. *tt
- 020599 - SUSPENSION: Experiencing squeaking or creaking from front wheel area at low speeds. *tt
- 030499 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Conditions with differential gear lubricant weeping from the front differential vent. *tt
- 210899 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Vehicles exhibiting buzz, whining, or moaning like noise from cold transmission when reverse gear is selected. *tt
- 050399 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Information regarding front brake caliper mounting to steering knuckle thread repair. *tt
- 183298 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Subject on flash programming failure recovery. *yc
- 081798 - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Subject regarding airbag on - off switches. *yc
- 184898 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Subject regarding ignition system cross fire/ secondary ignition wire induction. *ak
- 110798 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE: Outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue/break. *ak
- 085298 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS: Information regarding the fog lamp service. *yc
- 250298 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Subject regarding i/m ( inspection maintenance ) testing - obd ii "carb" readiness monitor information. *yc
- 235098 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Conditions with rear box tie down bracket attachment bolts are rusted. *yc
- 070598 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN: Experiencing engine cooling fan noises. *yc
- 110798 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE: The outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue and break. *yc
- 182498 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit light spark knock with a warm engine under load. *yc
- 030498 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT: Condition with two-piece propshaft boot being torn. *yc
- 08!798 - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Discussion on airbag on- off switches for selected vehicles *ak
- 020498 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT: Lower ball joint service information. *ak
- 140398 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY: Subject on fuel pressure gauge adapter usage. *yc
- 232498 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Center arm rest/console upper inertitia latch cover on driver's side hinge is broken. *ak
- 082998 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Grinding/creaking noise heard when front windshield wipers are activated. *ak
- 081698 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. *ak
- 081798 - AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY: Subject regarding airbag on-off switches. *ak
- 181998 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Some vehicles may experience bucking during wide open throttle (wot) acceleration. *yc
- 236597 - STRUCTURE:BODY: A loud popping noise is heard coming from the rear of the cab as the vehicle is turned onto a steep incline such as a driveway approach. *yc
- 181098 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Condition with gasoline engines will not illuminate the mil properly when misfire is detected. *yc
- 970926082797 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: The cd player may become inoperative, and will not accept the cd when attempting to insert the disk into the radio. *yc
- 970919083297 - AIR BAGS: Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *yc
- 181397 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Exhibiting an idle fluctuation following a cold engine start. *yc
- 083997 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Condition with keyless entry (rke) transmitter batteries discharge prematurely. *yc
- 081897 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Clicking and tapping noise coming from under the instrument panel. *yc
- 082197 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: When vehicles in the start position, engine will not crank over. *yc
- 970502081897 - POWER TRAIN: Conditions of clicking or tapping noise when the spreed control is engaged. *yc
- 070397 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. *yc
- 090797 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Timing chain noise. *tw
- 181397A - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Cold engine idle fluctuation. *tw
- 230697 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Hinge bezel on front seat center console/armrest broken. *tw
- 080997 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Air bag warning labels. *tw
- 080797 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Remote keyless entry (rke) horn chirp feature disabled. *tw
- 080397 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH: Inoperative guages. *tw
- 080597 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: Squeak during windshield wiper operation. *tw
- 230397 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black. *tw
- 240497 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Low heater performance due to improperly directed heater air flow. *tw
- 080197 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Jtec powertrain control module wiring harness connector repair packages. *jd
Upper ball joint separation investigation # EA03023
Daimlerchrysler corporation (dcc) is recalling the target population of approximately 600,000 my 2000 through 2003 durango and dakota vehicles with four-wheel drive to replace the front suspension upper ball joints with redesigned parts that do not have the joint integrity concerns and have substantially improved joint retention capacity (nhtsa recall no. 04v-596).Though dcc does not admit to a safety-defect in the subject components, odi believes that the facts in this investigation show otherwise.Because of the low rates of separation incidents in the remaining subject vehicles, a safety-related defect has not been identified in those populations and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in those vehicles.The agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.For additional information, see the attached closing report.
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20180130 |
Brake line crodded, loss of brakes in motion in driveway
No | No | N | None | None | 20160707 |
Headlights keep failing. Have changed headlight switch several times, but fails again. Transmission won't shift into overdrive. Cruise control is difficult to activate. Sometimes transmission won't shift from 2nd to 3rd gear
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20160427 |
Tl* the contact owned a 1997 dodge dakota. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle began to overheat without warning. The contact pulled over and opened the hood of the vehicle. The contact discovered that the engine was on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage and vin were unavailable.
No | No | N | None | None | 20150528 |
Took vehicle to dodge dealer (bryden motors beloit) for inspection of fuel line and brakes (fuel line is not right and rear brake line is leaking affecting braking) fuel line part was ordered nut brakes were not inspected and ignored. I am supposed to return wednesday afternoon to have ordered fuel line part(s) installed.
No | No | N | None | None | 20141119 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge dakota. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor emitting outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 00v199000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was 121,000. The vin was not available.
No | No | N | None | None | 20140925 |
3 days after we bought this vehicle the fuel system went down. Replaced the fuel pump and still wants to stall and act like its clogged in the fuel lines. Its been flushed. When driving it bogs down and chugs. It wants to die and shut off while your driving the truck. The brakes only work half the time. Most of the time i can't even stop until i'm halfway through the intersection. Replaced all the sensors and still doesn't want to start and stay running. Fuel pump kicks on, but has to run extra hard to try and keep the engine running. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20140803 |
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge dakota. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to nhtsa recall number 00v199000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated they had no knowledge of recall. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 20130627 |
Locked vehicle in four wheel drive high, started going through flat pasture, either brakes locked up or front pumkin turned up and locked front wheels up, lost control and rolled onto driver side. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20120417 |
Replace rusted radiator. *js
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- P5007 [1] P5007
- P0420 [1] Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0442 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0456 [1] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
- P1494 [1] EGRCHK Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
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1B7GL23YXVS262235 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GG23X7VS132683 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7FL26P4VS305918 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7FL26X2VS141018 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GL23Y2VS157608 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7FL26X5VS149307 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GL23X2VS233903 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GG23Y3VS305284 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GG23X4VS214290 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GG23Y8VS231263 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GL23X2VS274693 | 1997 | Dakota | DETROIT MIAMI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
1B7GL23YXVS311286 | 1997 | Dakota | WARREN MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA) |