Can I trust the listing when the build sheet shows A71?

What is a Mopar build sheet?

A build sheet is the factory's own record of how a specific vehicle was assembled. For Mopar / CDJR vehicles it lists the sales codes, option packages, trim, drivetrain, paint, and equipment the vehicle left the plant with.

It's the most reliable way to confirm how a used Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or RAM was originally configured — far more dependable than a badge, a trim name, or a seller's description.

What the build sheet shows

The build sheet ties each factory sales code to the package or option it represents — appearance groups, trailering and towing equipment, axle ratios, interior materials, audio and technology, and safety features.

One package name can include several smaller features, so reading the build sheet carefully tells you what the vehicle actually carries, not just what the trim badge implies.

Standard vs. optional equipment

Standard equipment follows the trim or model; optional equipment reflects choices made when the vehicle was ordered. A build sheet makes the difference clear, which matters when two trucks or SUVs with the same model name feel very different in practice.

It also helps separate factory equipment from anything a dealer or previous owner added afterward — wheels, audio, badges, and accessories may have changed since delivery.

Can I trust the listing when the build sheet shows A71?

Engine & Fuel · 2014 Dodge Durango · 593 views · 0 replies

A71 — 3.7L engine(Ekg)/5Spd M/T Nv3550(Ddd). This code identifies the factory-installed engine or related powertrain configuration. Browse Sales Code codes →

Diana M. May 26, 2026 · Texas

A dealer listing references A71 on a 2014 Dodge Durango. The decoded description is “3.7L engine(Ekg)/5Spd M/T Nv3550(Ddd). This code identifies the factory-installed engine or related powertrain configuration” Is the build sheet normally enough for a pre-purchase check, or should I confirm it another way?

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