Transport CanadaCritical
1997 DODGE DAKOTATransport Canada Recall #2000171
Defect
On certain vehicles with 131" wheel base, inadequate clearance between the fuel line and the cab underbody could eventually wear a hole in the fuel line resulting in loss of fuel. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, could ignite and result in a vehicle fire.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Vehicles will be inspected for proper fuel line clearance. Fuel lines with inadequate clearance will be replaced with a redesigned fuel line.
7,453 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 892