1994-1995 Dodge Dakota and Dodge Ram recall: steering wheel/handle bar

Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on May 12, 1995. It covers about 293,043 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 293,043
reported: May 12, 1995
owners notified: Jul 17, 1995
related complaints: 107

Steering: steering wheel/handle bar

What is wrong: While making a turn, the extra keys on a vehicle operator's key ring can become temporarily lodged in the screw access holes in the back cover of the steering wheel.
Risk: This condition can hamper the steering wheel return orcause the ignition to be turned off, resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.

Recall number 95V088000

Affected vehicles

Dodge Dakota 1994 1994
Dodge Ram 1994-1995 1994 1995

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 107 complaints about steering problems.

1994 Dodge Dakota 1994 Dodge Ram 1995 Dodge Ram

Questions about recall 95V088000

Is there a recall on the 1994-1995 Dodge Dakota and Dodge Ram steering wheel/handle bar?

Yes. Recall 95V088000, reported on May 12, 1995, covers about 293,043 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 95V088000?

Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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