Catalytic Convertor problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

Five problems related to catalytic convertor have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2004

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. The check engine light will not come on and the catalytic converter rattles.

2 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2004

There was a ball joint problem. They made a clanking sound along with a squeal. The problem was discovered when the vehicle was taken to dealer for a catalytic converter problem.

3 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 03/03/2004

Ball joints failed.

4 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2001

After parking vehicle noticed fuel leaking from vehicle , fuel line needed to be replaced. Fuel sprayed wheel well area adjacent to the fuel fill area, the large crack in the line allowed large amounts of gas to saturate truck and ground under truck. Catalytic converter replaced.

5 Catalytic Convertor problem

Failure Date: 07/28/1998

Catalytic converter failed.

Other Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

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

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