Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 Dakota are official communications between Dodge & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    STEERING

    • TSB #1900900

      Date Announced:
      DEC 15, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #616728

      EXPERIENCING A POPPING SENSATION / SOUND FELT AND / OR HEARD IN THE STEERING COLUMN DURING SHARP TURNS (PARKING LOT MANEUVERS). *TT Read More »

    STEERING:COLUMN

    • TSB #10023

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009241

      STEERING COLUMN SERVICE. INFORMATION. SERVICE INFORMATION TUNEUPS. *TT Read More »

    STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID

    SUSPENSION

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #68332810

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223854

      Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Read More »

    • TSB #R2118796A

      Date Announced:
      FEB 26, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191460

      Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    • TSB #1800902A

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634123

      SUBJECT REGARDING FLASH: HOT SAG/SPARK KNOCK/TRANSMISSION SHIFT ISSUES. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #1800902

      Date Announced:
      FEB 25, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #630969

      SUBJECT REGARDING FLASH: HOT SAG/SPARK KNOCK/TRANSMISSION SHIFT ISSUES. *JG Read More »

    • TSB #1800302

      Date Announced:
      JAN 21, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #629146

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ROUGH IDLE AFTER COLD START UP, SAG OR HESITATION AFTER COLD START, WARM IDLE INSTABILITY, AND SPARK KNOCK. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0900301

      Date Announced:
      MAY 04, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621942

      THIS BULLETIN REINFORCES A REQUIREMENT TO CEASE THE CURRENT PRACTICE OF USING SUPPLEMENTAL OIL ADDITIVE TREATMENTS IN ALL DAIMLERCHRYSLER ENGINES. *TT Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

    • TSB #1100201

      Date Announced:
      SEP 14, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #625608

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HISSING SOUND WHEN WATER FROM THE EVAPORATOR DRAIN DRIPS ON THE EXHAUST. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2500401

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620071

      SUBJECT REGARDING ADDITIONAL DIAGNOSTIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES CAUSED BY AN EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK. *TT Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

    • TSB #963

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618447

      EMISSIONS RECALL TO INSTALL AN EVAPORATIVE CANISTER PURGE ORIFICE WHICH WAS INADVERTENTLY OMITTED. *JB Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #9002901

      Date Announced:
      JAN 30, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136906

      Part Description: Seal - Shift Shaft on RFE transmissions Issue Description: This seal (04799346) is replaceable with Seal Kit (68235551AA), which includes a seal and retainer. The Seal Kit is applicable to all (5)45RFE transmissions. Read More »

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136527

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    • TSB #2101505

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017000

      45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #1802501

      Date Announced:
      OCT 15, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #628289

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH 2-3, 4-5, AND 5-4 UPSHIFTS CAUSING A POWERTRAIN CLUNK OR SHUDDER WHEN ACCELERATING. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #0803006

      Date Announced:
      AUG 25, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021239

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #2100202

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #635721

      SUBJECT REGARDING REVISION IN DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES AND LABOR OPERATION TIMES FOR RE TRANSMISSIONS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2100601

      Date Announced:
      MAR 16, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621898

      AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ Read More »

    • TSB #1300200

      Date Announced:
      OCT 27, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618864

      INFORMATION PERTAINING TO TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER SERVICE. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #0801505

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10013731

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #01020

      Date Announced:
      SEP 21, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #625571

      ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING DRBIII UPDATE VERSION 52.3 - SOFTWARE CODE ERROR AFFECTING 2001 DAKOTA / DURANGO RECALL 975 TRANSFER CASE CONTROL MODULE FLASH PROCEDURE. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

    • TSB #030700

      Date Announced:
      SEP 08, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #614649

      SUBJECT REGARDING NOISE / VIBRATION IN DRIVETRAIN AND / OR FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT CONSTANT VELOCITY BOOT INTEGRITY. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #0802303

      Date Announced:
      JUL 08, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003414

      INTERMITTENT LOCKING/UNLOCKING OF DOORS WITHOUT ACTIVATING THE POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0800702

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634087

      SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #0801001

      Date Announced:
      MAY 25, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620059

      SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0800600REV

      Date Announced:
      DEC 29, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618049

      SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB Read More »

    • TSB #0803800

      Date Announced:
      DEC 08, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #616718

      SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0803600

      Date Announced:
      NOV 17, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #615687

      SUBJECT REGARDING CIRCUITS EFFECTED BY IGNITION OFF DRAW (IOD) FUSE. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0803500

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #615686

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SURGE WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ENGAGED AT 74 - 76 KM/H (46 - 47 MPH) AND / OR AT 109 - 111 KM/H (68 - 69 MPH). *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0803300

      Date Announced:
      NOV 03, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #615684

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A FAULT CODE IN THE RADIO WHEN PERFORMING DIAGNOSTIC USING THE DRB III. THE CODE READS COLD CD. THE FAULT CODE IS NOT DISPLAYED TO THE CUSTOMER AND IS ONLY DISPLAYED WHEN PERFORMING DIAGNOSTICS. Read More »

    • TSB #0832000

      Date Announced:
      OCT 20, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618862

      ON SOME VEHICLES, THE SERVICE 4WD LAMP IS ILLUMINATED EVEN THOUGH THE TRUCK IS NOT A 4X4 VEHICLE. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129011

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10221686

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229256

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS

    • TSB #00066

      Date Announced:
      NOV 30, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #615699

      ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING THE INCORRECT REPLACEMENT OF THE FOG LAMP BULB NUMBER. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

    • TSB #2301502

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #633497

      SUBJECT REGARDING THE OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2301502

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634077

      SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2302701

      Date Announced:
      SEP 21, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #625650

      SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

    • TSB #2400502

      Date Announced:
      JUN 24, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #633966

      SUBJECT REGARDING HEATER AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLLER REPROGRAMMING. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2401101

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #625578

      SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHISTLING SOUND COMING FROM THE DEFROSTER OUTLETS. *TT Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #082700

      Date Announced:
      SEP 29, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #6092304

      SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #31-006-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169245

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #3100519

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220101

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100319

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220099

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139595

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139596

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220994

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #2301004

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006965

      PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR WATER LEAK. *TT THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 23-010-04 DATED 04-29-04. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0703

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003812

      DISCONNECTING THE PARK BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE WHEN SERVICING THE STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #01007

      Date Announced:
      MAY 15, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620078

      SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH SEALER VOIDS BETWEEN THE REAR WINDOW AND THE BODY FLANGE. THIS COULD LEAD TO WATER LEAKS AROUND THE REAR WINDOW. Read More »

    • TSB #2300301

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619123

      THIS BULLETIN STATES THAT ALL FACTORY INSTALLED EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS A SUNROOF, MEET THE UPPER INTERIOR HEAD PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 201. *TT Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #0804100

      Date Announced:
      JAN 31, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #616721

      A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH THE DOOR LOCKS INTERMITTENTLY LOCKING AND / OR UNLOCKING WITHOUT ANY ACTIVATION OF THE POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH OR A CLICKING SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE POWER DOOR LOCKS (REPEATED LOCKING OR REPEATED UNLOCKING). Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #31-003-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169247

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139595

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10139596

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002828

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220994

      Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136527

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    • TSB #1801201

      Date Announced:
      MAY 25, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620066

      SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. Read More »

    • TSB #00059

      Date Announced:
      OCT 17, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618886

      ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING THE CENTRAL TIMER MODULE FEATURES WHICH CANNOT BE PROGRAMEMD WITH DRBIII. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #9002519

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129008

      82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington ... Read More »

    • TSB #00056

      Date Announced:
      OCT 12, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618882

      OWNER'S MANUAL WHICH FAILED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #9002872

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10136527

      56045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #2401305

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016603

      AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #1802002

      Date Announced:
      JUN 24, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634272

      FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2600701

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #623255

      INFORMATION REGARDING SERVICE/DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL REVISIONS. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #1801101

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620065

      CUSTOMER WILL EXPERIENCE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES SELECTIVELY ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH NEW SOFTWARE. Read More »

    • TSB #2600401

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #620072

      SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE / DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL REVISIONS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0803200

      Date Announced:
      DEC 29, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618395

      A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE SERVICE 4WD LAMP IS ILLUMINATED ON 4.2 VEHICLES. *JB Read More »

    • TSB #0804200

      Date Announced:
      DEC 29, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #618399

      SUBJECT REGARDING REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING. *JB Read More »

    • TSB #211100

      Date Announced:
      OCT 02, 2000
      NHTSA ID:
      #614660

      SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION DUE TO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1740 - TCC OR OD SOLENOID PERFORMANCE. *TT Read More »