1990 Dodge Dakota recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on June 13, 1996. It covers about 140,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 140,000
- reported
- Jun 13, 1996
- owners notified
- Nov 8, 1996
- related complaints
- 27
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
- What is wrong
- The frame can crack at the steering gear attachment and/or the steering gear mounting bolts can fracture.
- Risk
- The steering gear can separate from the vehicle frame resulting in a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add reinforcements to the frame and replace the steering gear mounting bolts. If the frame is already cracked, the steering gear weld nuts will also be replaced.
Recall number 96V094000
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Dakota 1990 1990
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 27 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 96V094000
Is there a recall on the 1990 Dodge Dakota gear box (other than rack and pinion)?
Yes. Recall 96V094000, reported on June 13, 1996, covers about 140,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V094000?
Dealers will add reinforcements to the frame and replace the steering gear mounting bolts. If the frame is already cracked, the steering gear weld nuts will also be replaced.
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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