Defect Description For Recall
The Frame Can Crack At The Steering Gear Attachment And/Or The Steering Gear Mounting Bolts Can Fracture.
Make Of Vehicle
DODGE
Model Of Vehicle
DAKOTA
Year
1990
Recall Campaign Number
96V094000
Component Description
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
Effect Of Defect
The Steering Gear Can Separate From The Vehicle Frame Resulting In A Loss Of Vehicle Control Increasing The Potential For A Vehicle Accident.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Chrysler Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
140000
Date Owners Notified
19961108
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)
Date Report Received
19960613