Power Steering Pump problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

Four problems related to power steering pump have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Power Steering Pump problem

Failure Date: 12/17/1997

Power steering pump shaft sheared, causing loss of control. Replaced steering belt tensioner which has failed twice.

2 Power Steering Pump problem

Failure Date: 12/12/1997

Power steering failed. Pump shaft sheared internally. Power steering pump, tensioner and belt had to be replaced. One week later, the replacement tensioner failed and had to be replaced again.

3 Power Steering Pump problem

Failure Date: 12/11/1997

The power steering pump shaft sheared during a low speed turn.

4 Power Steering Pump problem

Failure Date: 08/12/1997

Power steering failed when attempting to make a turn.




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