1996 Dodge Dakota TSBs

58 manufacturer communications for the 1996 Dodge Dakota sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 1996 Dakota problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

58Communications

What the bulletins cover

Engine11 bulletins
Body & structure10 bulletins
Electrical8 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain8 bulletins
Airbags5 bulletins
Seats & interior2 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 58 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Electrical 08-049-20 April 22, 2020

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Body & structure 31-006-19 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Service bulletin 31-003-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 3100619 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Body & structure 3100319 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 3100519 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Engine R2118796A February 26, 2016

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

Body & structure 9002849 September 3, 2014

Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator…

Body & structure 9002849 September 3, 2014

Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator…

Service bulletin 2401305 August 4, 2005

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR.

Body & structure 1300303 November 7, 2003

FRAME CRACKING.

Transmission & drivetrain 2100202 July 8, 2002

SUBJECT REGARDING REVISION IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LABOR OPERATION TIMES FOR RE TRANSMISSIONS.

Service bulletin 1802002 June 24, 2002

FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY.

Electrical 0801001 May 25, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY.

Service bulletin 1801201 May 25, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES.

Service bulletin 977 April 1, 2001

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION TO CORRECT A STATEMENT IN THE VEHICLE'S OWNERS MANUAL. THIS STATEMENT INDICATES THAT CERTAIN VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERLOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. THIS IS INCORRECT.

Transmission & drivetrain 2100601 March 16, 2001

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT

Electrical 0800600REV December 29, 2000

SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS.

Airbags 082700 September 29, 2000

SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES.

Seats & interior 230800 March 3, 2000

SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

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