Recall 96V-094
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1990 Dodge Dakota: Steering (gear box (other than rack and pinion)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-094
- Reported
- June 13, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 140,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The frame can crack at the steering gear attachment and/or the steering gear mounting bolts can fracture.
The risk
The steering gear can separate from the vehicle frame resulting in a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
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.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do no receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should call chrysler at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Dakota 1990