- The problem
- Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
- The risk
- Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
- The fix
- Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Dodge Pickup Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Pickup with NHTSA, most often about the lights (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2006 for the exterior lighting. For comparison, the 1996 has 0 and the 1998 has 15.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Pickup year, for its age
#268 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Dodge Pickup problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1997 Dodge Pickup recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Pickup
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 dodge pickup. While driving 35 mph there was an electrical burning smell and the headlights shut off. The contact opened the hood and attempted to make the repair; however, the headlights flickered and remained on. Nhtsa campaign id number: 06e026000 component: exterior lighting is related to the failure. The dealer was notified and confirmed that the vin did not qualify for the recall. The vehicle is being repaired at the owners expense. The faiulre and current mileages were unknown.
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 dodge pickup. While driving uphill at approximately 35-40 mph, a lock-up clutch failure occurred. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was driven to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failure was related to the power train. The vehicle was repaired. Recently, the failure recurred on a separate occasion. The vehicle has not been repaired for the second malfunction. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 38,000 and current mileage was 48,892.
Dodge Pickup: every year compared
All Pickup years1997 Dodge Pickup vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Dodge Pickup | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 720 | 15 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan | 589 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 452 | 12 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Neon | 396 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Intrepid | 350 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Avenger | 89 | 6 | B | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Dodge Truck | 18 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Dodge Durango | 4 | 2 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Dodge Pickup
Does the 1997 Dodge Pickup have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Dodge Pickup: exterior lighting (March 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Dodge Pickup?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the lights (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Dodge Pickup had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 6, 2008 and the latest on December 29, 2008. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Dodge Pickup a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 44 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Dodge Pickup year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Pickup years have the most complaints?
1998 (15), 1999 (6), 2000 (3). See every Dodge Pickup year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Dodge Pickup has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data