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.
1997 Dodge Dakota fuel system problems
38 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 115,000.
- owner complaints
- 38
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 115,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings12
- Delivery7
- Storage: tank assembly4
- Storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap2
- Delivery: fuel pump2
- Fuel injection system: fuel rail1
- Fuel injection system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Dodge Dakota fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Dodge Dakota fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 00V199000 · Recall details
What 1997 Dodge Dakota owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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 the federal safety agency campaign number: 00v199000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was 121,000. The VIN was not available.
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 the federal safety agency 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.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 dodge dakota. Upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor. The contact shut the vehicle off and discovered fuel leaking under the vehicle. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 120,000. Updated 02/03/11*lj updated 03/17/11
Dt*: the contact stated that there was a fuel leakage in the vehicle which started in the beginning of june 2006. There was recall #00v199000 regarding fuel leakage however the dealer and manufacturer determined the VIN of the vehicle was not included in the recall.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving the contact smelled gasoline. The contact noticed there was gas coming from the top of the plastic fuel tank. There was a crack located at the right rear top corner of the tank. The dealership has been informed.
Began smelling fuel while at idle or immediately after shutting engine off. If vehicle was left shut off for 30 minutes or so the smell would subside and cease. Vehicle then began taking several seconds of cranking to start which added to the case that fuel was escaping from the pressurized fuel line while sitting. I observed fluid leaking from under truck on driver side of vehicle in the cab region and upon closer inspection found the metal fuel line showed evidence of rubbing against under side of cab body and was spraying fuel toward center of truck and had the under side of truck cab wet in about a 2 foot square. Fuel line shows no evidence of being impacted and is still held in routing and securing clamps underneath vehicle. This appears to be the original routing of fuel lines.
My 1997 dodge dakota caught fire under the hood, with the only warning being the strong smell of gasoline, while being driven down the road.
The federal safety agency recalls campaign 00v199000 and 00v193000; daimler issued two recalls on the fuel tank and the brake hoses. This vehicle was not included in the recalls due to VIN, but it leaked fuel and had trouble braking.
Gasoline odor while the vehicle was running. Found fuel leaking from the fuel line running under the body on driver's side. Dealer was notified, and informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under a recall.*ak
Questions about the 1997 Dodge Dakota fuel system
Does the 1997 Dodge Dakota have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 38 complaints about the fuel system of the 1997 Dodge Dakota, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Dodge Dakota fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 115,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Dodge Dakota fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V199000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Dakota have the most fuel system problems?
The Dodge Dakota model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1997 (38 complaints), 1995 (17 complaints) and 2002 (17 complaints).
Other 1997 Dodge Dakota problems
Suspension 142Brakes 73Engine 50Transmission 45Airbags 37Steering 34Seats 22Electrical 17Tires 16Body 13Acceleration 12Visibility 12Seat belts 9Lights 6Wheels 5
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