2005 Dodge Dakota Problems and Repair Histories
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2005 Dodge Dakotas for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2005 Dodge Dakota problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
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Dodge Dakota Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2005 | Dodge Dakota | 10 Dakotas, 10.7 months of data per Dakota, average 77700 miles Small sample size. Join or 10 Dakotas, 10.7 months of data per Dakota, average 77700 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Dakota in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 100 | Outboard seal on transfer case was leaking. Out of operation less than 1 day and was covered under 70,000 mile warranty with 100 deduction. | |
| Dodge Dakota in North Dakota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 188 | Replace EGR valve Transmission cooler line 52029226AD was leaking where rubber hose joined to fitting into the radiator - line was replaced. | |
| Jun | 2009 | 0 | Screw came loose in driver's door latch mechanism, causing the outside handle to not work. Screw was located inside the door and reinstalled with Loctite. DIY job. | |
| Aug | 2009 | 315 | RH outer tie rod end replaced, front end realigned. | |
| Jan | 2010 | 16 | Oil pressure light on, suspect pressure sensor. Sensor replaced and oil pressure light performed as expected. DIY job. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 300 | Camshaft angle sensor failed - lost invoice, cost is approximate. | |
| Nov | 2010 | 215 | Replace LH outer tie rod end and realign -- at tire shop | |
| Dec | 2010 | 72 | Replace RH front swaybar endlink - DIY in family farm's shop. | |
| Jan | 2011 | 192 | Replace LH front swaybar endlink - serviced at dealer. | |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | Noticed noise from steering column, tightened pinch bolt on steering shaft located above brake pedal. Noise went away. | |
| Sep | 2011 | 455 | U-joint beginning to fail at front end of rear driveshaft. Rear axle pinion seal leak noted also. U-joint and pinion seal replaced at dealer. | |
| May | 2012 | 95000 | 315 | Check Engine Light started flashing after passing a slow truck. Read codes, code P0305 was set. Changed cyl. #5 spark plug, no improvement. Took to dealer, dealer replaced injector in cyl. #5 and solved problem. |
| Feb | 2013 | 105000 | 761 | CEL came on, vehicle would buck at higher throttle openings. P0344 code. Diagnosis determined the cam position sensor was bad & cam position sensor was replaced Trans cooler line leak observed during recent oil change. Leaking line 52029226AD was replaced. Dealer observed leak at front crankshaft oil seal - seal was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 106000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Dakota in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 180 | Right front wheel bearing was replaced. | |
| Jun | 2012 | 19000 | 100 | right front axle seal was leaking |
| Dec | 2012 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Dakota in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 335 | Replaced shocks. | |
| Sep | 2012 | 83000 | 45 | Passenger side exhaust manifold broke 2 bolts causing an exhaust leak |
| Mar | 2013 | 89000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Dakota in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 62000 | 0 | Broken bolts on both exhaust manifolds. New bolts and gaskets installed |
| Feb | 2012 | 62000 | 0 | Front crankshaft seal leaking oil. New seal installed. |
| Jun | 2012 | 63000 | 25 | Squeaky suspension, greased ball joint |
| Mar | 2013 | 64000 | 400 | Replaced the other ball joint (loose). Replaced leaf spring bushings (squeaking). |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Dodge Dakota in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Speed Sensors repalced under warranty | |
| Apr | 2007 | 350 | Rotors out of round, tires rotated | |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| Dodge Dakota in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 420 | Front rotors warped, which over heated the brake pads and caliper seals. Replaced rotors with high performance slotted & drilled rotors, new brake pads and OEM calipers. | |
| Dec | 2011 | 48000 | 75 | Replaced rear shock absorbers. Replaced front struts. |
| Dec | 2012 | 52000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Dakota in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2005 | 0 | 1st rebuild of rear end. New shaft axles, lubricant, etc. | |
| Jan | 2006 | 0 | Shoe kit | |
| Feb | 2006 | 100 | Rebuild rear axle. Grinding from axle started about 3 months after first month and got worse with time. 100 deductible. 2nd rebuild for this. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 326 | Transmission pan leaking. New seal and 5qkts of fluid. | |
| Oct | 2007 | 138 | New Bearings, Seal Axle, cup diffe, cup drive, lubricant, gear kit, etc was done to the truck. | |
| Nov | 2011 | 117000 | 0 | Rebuild seems to have been done right this time. Previously required a rebuild every 35000 miles or so. The winding sound would get louder the closer it got to going out. |
| May | 2012 | 128000 | 600 | Radiator replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | 139000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Dodge Dakota in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 106000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 121000 | 0 | Replaced radiator hoses, preventive. |
| Mar | 2013 | 145000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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