Engine And Engine Cooling Related Problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

Table 1 shows 20 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota. The number one most common problem is related to the gasoline engine (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine (six problems).

Table 1. Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of Dodge Dakota

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Gasoline Engine problems	8
Engine problems	6
Catalytic Convertor problems	5
Radiator problems	4
Car Stall problems	4
Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems	3
Engine Noise problems	3
Engine Exhaust System problems	2
Engine Belts And Pulleys problems	2
Emission Control problems	2
Engine Failure problems	1
Coolant Leaking problems	1
Engine Burning Oil problems	1
Cooling Fan problems	1
Vehicle Overheat problems	1
Engine Squeaking Noise problems	1
Oil Pump problems	1
Engine And Engine Cooling problems	1
Engine Cooling System problems	1
Engine Stall problems	1

Recently reported Engine And Engine Cooling problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

The Gasoline Engine problem

Timing chain broke. It caused damage to valves and head. Read details...

The Engine problem

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. Read details...

The Catalytic Convertor problem

Catalytic converter inspection. There is a recall out for 1996 Jeep cherokee with a 4. 0 liter engine and 1997 Dodge Dakota with a 2. 5 liter engine. I have a 1997 Dodge Dakota with a 3. 9 engine and has the same problems that are in the 2 models described above. Read details...

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