Mechanical: linkage and cableRecall 86V-115 · 1987 Dodge Dakota
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall 86V-115 covers 3,948 1987 Dodge Dakota for a mechanical: linkage and cable problem, reported to NHTSA on August 18, 1986.
Source: NHTSA recall 86V115000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THESE TRUCKS WERE EQUIPPED WITH REAR PARK BRAKE CABLES WHICH CAUSED LIMITED REAR BRAKE SHOE TRAVEL RESULTING IN THE PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM NOT HOLDING THE VEHICLE IN THE REVERSE DIRECTION WHEN PARKED ON A 20% GRADE, AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 105. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF THE TRUCK IS PARKED ON AN INCLINE AND THE PARKING BRAKE SET, IT MAY ROLL BACK CAUSING DAMAGE OR AN ACCIDENT.
The fix
REPLACE BOTH REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLES.
SYSTEM: REAR PARKING BRAKE CABLES/FMVSS 105.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH STANDARD 9X2 1/2 INCH REAR BRAKES.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from June 1, 1986 to July 1, 1986. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.