The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. These vehicles May have been built with bolts that were not properly hardened. The bolts were used to attach the cab and the core support to the frame.
The risk
This condition can allow the cab to separate from the frame increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace these bolts with properly hardened bolts.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-208 (98V208000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Structure |
| Report date | September 8, 1998 |
| Owners notified | September 21, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 12,400 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-208 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace these bolts with properly hardened bolts.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 12,400 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.