4.6

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,333 miles

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1997 Dodge Dakota steering problems

steering problem

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1997 Dodge Dakota Owner Comments

problem #3

Nov 022002

Dakota 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Power steering assist failed during cold weather. Was sluggish during slow idle. Mopar mechanic said that complete replacement would cost over $1000 and may still not solve problem.

- Lincoln, NE, USA

problem #2

Sep 192002

Dakota

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
While changing lanes on a highwaypower steering failed with no warning. Shaft broke behind the pulley due to fluid not passing through the system, resulting in the steering wheel stffening.ak

- Danvers, MA, USA

problem #1

Oct 291999

Dakota

  • miles
Power steering malfunctioned at first and completely failed.(attorney for client)yh

- San Francisco, CA, USA

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