TSB List for the 2003 Dodge Dakota

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2003 Dakota are official communications between Dodge & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • STEERING:COLUMN
  • SUSPENSION
  • BRAKES (PWS)
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • POWER TRAIN
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
  • STRUCTURE
  • STRUCTURE:BODY
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • STEERING:COLUMN

    • TSB #10023

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009241

      STEERING COLUMN SERVICE. INFORMATION. SERVICE INFORMATION TUNEUPS. *TT Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #0201004

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10011940

      UPPER BALL JOINT EXTENDED WARRANTY. *TT Read More »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • TSB #S2008000049

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175669

      ABS Brake Module Code 82 and 83 Setting Within The Brake Module Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #68332810

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223854

      Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Read More »

    • TSB #R2118796A

      Date Announced:
      FEB 26, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191460

      Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. Read More »

    • TSB #9003215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 12, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223602

      Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. Read More »

    • TSB #9003215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 12, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229181

      Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. Read More »

    • TSB #1803703

      Date Announced:
      OCT 10, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10004541

      MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION, ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0116, P2172, P2173. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #9001784

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220471

      Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio. Read More »

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136527

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    • TSB #2101505

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017000

      45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #1800503C

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003540

      TRANSMISSION SHIFT / SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS / POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1800103A

      Date Announced:
      MAR 28, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002280

      CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF 2ND GEAR WHILE CLIMBING A GRADE. UPDATE TO TRANSMISSION CALIBRATIONS. Read More »

    • TSB #1800103

      Date Announced:
      JAN 10, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000906

      CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF 2ND GEAR WHILE CLIMBING A GRADE. UPDATE TO TRANSMISSION CALIBRATIONS. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #0803006

      Date Announced:
      AUG 25, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021239

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #02026A

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000914

      THE TRANSMISSION MAY OVERHEAT DUE TO A RESTRICTION IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER DRAIN BACK VALVE AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #02026

      Date Announced:
      DEC 20, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000830

      THE TRANSMISSION MAY OVERHEAT DUE TO A RESTRICTION IN THE TORQUE CONVERTER DRAIN BACK VALVE. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #02024

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000620

      HARSH SHIFTS DUE TO A STICKING PRESSURE SENSOR TRANSDUCER. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2100202

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #635721

      SUBJECT REGARDING REVISION IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LABOR OPERATION TIMES FOR RE TRANSMISSIONS. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #0801505

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10013731

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #10023

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009240

      POWERTRAIN DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION. SERVICE INFORMATION TUNEUPS. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

    • TSB #01

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000913

      CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION - 3/8" TORQUE CONVERTER DRAIN BACK VALVE. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #0802303

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003414

      INTERMITTENT LOCKING/UNLOCKING OF DOORS WITHOUT ACTIVATING THE POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129011

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10221686

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229256

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #31-006-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169245

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

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

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

    • TSB #3100519

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220101

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #3100319

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220099

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139595

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139596

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220994

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      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. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #2301004

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006965

      PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR WATER LEAK. *TT THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 23-010-04 DATED 04-29-04. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0703

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003812

      DISCONNECTING THE PARK BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE WHEN SERVICING THE STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER. *TT Read More »

    VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

    • TSB #1801504

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006575

      IDLE FLUCTUATION WHILE TURNING. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1800503B

      Date Announced:
      JUL 04, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003415

      TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS/POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1800503A

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002190

      TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS/POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1800503

      Date Announced:
      MAR 07, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001176

      TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS. *JB Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #9001784

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191442

      Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio. Read More »

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      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 ... Read More »

    • TSB #31-003-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169247

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

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

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139595

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139596

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220994

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136527

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #9002519

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129008

      82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136527

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #2401305

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016603

      AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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