1996 Dodge Dakota Recalls

What To Do If Your Dakota Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Dodge, so if you own a 1996 Dakota take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Dodge to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1996 Dakota Recalls

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1996 Dodge Dakota

  • Recall Announced MAY 24 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E049000
  • Number Affected 27,176

  Summary: Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

  Consequence: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

  Fix: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E049000 »

• SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST Recall for 1996 Dodge Dakota

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 20 1995
  • NHTSA Reference #95V199000
  • Number Affected 600

  Summary: The power brake booster vacuum hose could be improperly installed and not clamped to the brake booster vacuum nipple.

  Consequence: A disconnected vacuum hose can cause an increase in engine idle speed and loss of brake power assist during brake application without prior warning.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to insure that the brake booster vacuum hose connection is fully seated and clamped to the vacuum check valve nipple at the brake booster.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #95V199000 »