Don't know if any particular speed involved. See chrysler's technical service bulletin number 9/7/97 issued june 97 entitled timing chain noise.
1997 Dodge Dakota engine complaints
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When driving at any speed vehicle is backfiring/stalling/vibrating, and vehicle dies out. Consumer had to get a new clutch and this is the third transmission that has been replaced within vehicle. There is a problem with the gears, and dealer can't determine the problem.
Window motor failed, window switches falling off door panel. Mjs
Catalytic converter failed.
The vehicle stalls everytime the vehicle is not moving, and when the owner takes her foot off the gas pedal. Dealer couldn't find the problem.
Exhaust pipe underneath the truck
Engine fire.
Suspension system problems, causing excessive tire wear.
Vehicle vibrated when driving from 35 to 55mph. Tires were changed. Dealer discovered it was in the engine . Problem started when vehicle' s mileage was at 365 miles.
Poor gas mileage.
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