1997 Dodge Dakota TSBs

107 manufacturer communications for the 1997 Dodge Dakota sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 1997 Dakota problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

107Communications

What the bulletins cover

Electrical21 bulletins
Engine18 bulletins
Body & structure16 bulletins
Visibility & wipers12 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain8 bulletins
Suspension8 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 107 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.

Airbags · Electrical DOR-X6W2U-06 March 23, 2020

This SKU is a Clock Spring. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the internal spring. If the internal spring is not seated, the electrical circuit for the horn is disconnected and the horn will not function. The horn electrical circuit does…

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 31-005-19 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.

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…

Engine 22 August 1, 2006

REPROGRAM PCM AND INSPECT CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

Engine 1100605 December 21, 2005

ILLUMINATED MIL AS THE RESULT OF A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0420 - CATALYST EFFICIENCY, OR MAY HAVE FAILED A CALIFORNIA SMOG OR STATE I/M TEST BUT WITHOUT AN ILLUMINATED MIL, OR A RATTLING SOUND FROM THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. CATALYTIC CONVERTER EXTENDED WARRANTY TO…

Service bulletin 2401305 August 4, 2005

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR.

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.

Visibility & wipers 2301502 April 1, 2002

SUBJECT REGARDING THE OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT.

Visibility & wipers 2301502 April 1, 2002

SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT.

Visibility & wipers 2302701 September 21, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT.

Electrical 0801001 May 25, 2001

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

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

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