1998 Dodge Dakota and Dodge Ram recall: structure
Chrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on September 8, 1998. It covers about 12,400 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 12,400
- reported
- Sep 8, 1998
- owners notified
- Sep 21, 1998
- related complaints
- 37
Structure
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. These vehicles may have been built with bolts that were not properly hardened. The bolts were used to attach the cab and the core support to the frame.
- Risk
- This condition can allow the cab to separate from the frame increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace these bolts with properly hardened bolts.
Recall number 98V208000
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Dakota 1998 1998
- Dodge Ram 1998 1998
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 37 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 98V208000
Is there a recall on the 1998 Dodge Dakota and Dodge Ram structure?
Yes. Recall 98V208000, reported on September 8, 1998, covers about 12,400 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V208000?
Dealers will replace these bolts with properly hardened bolts.
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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