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1997 Dodge Shadow problems

The most common problem on the 1997 Dodge Shadow is seats. It has fewer complaints than a typical Shadow model year.

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Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
8
Worst area
Seats

The worst 1997 Dodge Shadow problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Seats
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

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  • Seats
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1997 Dodge Shadow 8

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 1997 Dodge Shadow owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 25, 2004 · Seats · 71,000 miles · TN

While driving, the seat frame bolts were loose. This caused the seat to wobble. Please provide more information.

Filed Apr 22, 1998 · Transmission · OH

Transmission slipping due to failure.

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Questions about the 1997 Dodge Shadow

Is the 1997 Dodge Shadow reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Shadow, fewer than a typical Shadow model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Dodge Shadow?

Seats, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).

How many recalls does the 1997 Dodge Shadow have?

No recalls on record.

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