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.
1997 Dodge Dakota: gas smell in the cabin
7 of the 444 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Dakota describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
- 20054
- 20041
- 20021
- 20011
- 20002
- 19991
- 19977
- 19961
What owners say
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
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.
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
While driving a fuel odor emanated from inside of the vents. Consumer noticed that vehicle was leaking gasoline from underneath. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the fuel line connector needed to be replaced.
Consumer smelt gas fumes. Vehicle was leaking gasoline. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer stated gas line was improperly routed. Contacted chrysler, and they did nothing.
While driving consumer noticed a gas odor in passenger's compartment. Pulled off to side of road, and noticed vehicle had lost a large amount of fuel. Consumer had vehicle towed to dealer. Dealer noticed front fuel line had come apart, causing problem, part number 52127657. Please provide any further details.
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
Questions about the 1997 Dodge Dakota fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 1997 Dodge Dakota?
7 of 444 owner complaints about the 1997 Dodge Dakota (2%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Dodge Dakota?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1997 Dodge Dakota
Ball joint 118Grinding brakes 15No deployment 13ABS 12Brake failure 10Fuel leak 10Premature wear 9Stalling 8Airbag light 7Headlights 7Adaptive cruise 6Fire or smoke 6Power steering loss 6Harsh shifting 5Jerking 5
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