Frame And Members problems of the 1998 Dodge Dakota

The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Dakota. While driving 45-50 mph, the frame detached from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000.

While driving 35 mph track bar broke off the frame. Consumer could not control vehicle. Contacted dealer, and dealer got 3 estimates. Consumer was informed by a welder that manufacturer did not properly weld bracket to frame the track support bar supports the entire steering assembly.

Have not been informed of recall campaign 98v208000, regarding frame bolts. No mention of defect under recall.

Front wheel wells have a large gap between were the inner fender ends and the frame starts, causing water and snow to be able to enter engine compartment (potential safety hazard).