NHTSA Recall 00V199000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 91,610 vehicles. It affects 1997 Dodge Dakota.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V199000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 892 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | July 17, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 25, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: pickup trucks with a 131 inch wheelbase. Some of these vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the fuel line and the cab underbody.
Safety risk
This contact can result in wear, and after extended contact, could cause a perforation in the fuel line, resulting in leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper clearance. Fuel lines that exhibit inadequate clearance will be replaced with a redesigned fuel line that will assure proper clearance.
Notes
Owner notification began september 25, 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 00V199000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge Dakota | 1997 |
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.