Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problems of the 1998 Dodge Dakota

Two problems related to automatic transmission park/neutral start switch have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problem

Failure Date: 06/27/2002

Vehicle was parked and running and without prior warning, vehicle shifted into reverse and went backward into the street. Dealership was aware of problem. .

2 Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problem

While vehicle was parked a 10 year old was able to change gears without applying brakes, causing vehicle to hit a tree. Please give any further details.




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