Recall 98V-208: 1998 Dodge Dakota, 1998 Dodge RAM

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Sep 8, 1998, covering about 12,400 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-208
Report date
Sep 8, 1998
Vehicles affected
12,400
Owners notified
Sep 21, 1998

The problem

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.

The risk

This condition can allow the cab to separate from the frame increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace these bolts with properly hardened bolts.

Notes

Owner notification began september 21, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentStructure
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V208000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Dakota1998All years
Dodge RAM1998All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 98V-208?

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.

How is recall 98V-208 fixed?

Dealers will replace these bolts with properly hardened bolts.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.