NHTSA Recall 00V198000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 437,000 vehicles. It affects 1997–2000 Dodge Dakota.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V198000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 891 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | July 17, 2000 |
| Owner notification | August 21, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: pickup trucks. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the rear axle vent hose and the brake hose.
Safety risk
A puncture in the rear brake hose will result in a loss of braking force at the rear wheels.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear brake hose for evidence of wear. Worn brake hoses will be replaced. The rear vent hose will be shortened by 3 inches and a clip will be installed to assure clearance between the axle vent line and brake hose is maintained.
Notes
Owner notification is divided into phases based on vehicle build configuration.notification to owners of vehicles contained in the first phase of the recall began august 21, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contactdaimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V198000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.