Radiator problems of the 1997 Dodge Dakota

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

1 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 04/18/2012

Replace rusted radiator.

2 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 12/20/2004

60,000 miles to and from work no abuse ball joints failed and ac has leak in dash,timing chain and idler pulley makes noise. Radiator leaks transmission fluid plastic tanks on radiator.

3 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 07/27/2000

When going 55 or faster and let off the gas, when reaccelerating the transmission "bucks". The transmission temperature light comes on and the thermostat has been replaced to try to fix the problem but it has not worked.

4 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 02/07/2000

Replaced rusted radiator.




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