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2005 Dodge Dakota repairs by problem area
Engine (28%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (26%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (29%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (3%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (3%)
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- Transmission and Drivetrain
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- Electrical and Air Conditioning
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Chart based on 58 repairs.
2005 Dodge Dakota suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (50%)
< $100 (44%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Dodge Dakota
Engine not specified
| 126000 mi US $167 |
needed new front struts, both sides. |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 57559 mi US $315 |
RH outer tie rod end replaced, front end realigned. |
| 72122 mi US $215 |
Replace LH outer tie rod end and realign -- at tire shop |
| 74800 mi US $72 |
Replace RH front swaybar endlink - DIY in family farm's shop. |
| 76236 mi US $192 |
Replace LH front swaybar endlink - serviced at dealer. |
| 78153 mi | Noticed noise from steering column, tightened pinch bolt on steering shaft located above brake pedal. Noise went away. |
| 115300 mi US $2250 |
Brought in for suspected failing ball joint in left front and wanted new shock absorbers. Shocks, left lower ball joint, right lower control arm replaced, steering aligned. (LCA due to shock pivot bushing not serviced separately) |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 13000 mi US $180 |
Right front wheel bearing was replaced. |
| 21000 mi US $319 |
left front wheel bearing replaced |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD
| 40000 mi US $335 |
Replaced shocks. |
| 133000 mi US $85 |
Front wheel bearings making noise. Replaced both front wheel bearings |
| 171000 mi US $80 |
Driver Wheel bearing noisy |
| 63000 mi US $25 |
Squeaky suspension, greased ball joint |
| 64000 mi US $400 |
Replaced the driver side ball joint (loose). Replaced leaf spring bushings (squeaking). Had replaced the passenger side ball joint soon after buying the truck in April 2011. |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| 48000 mi US $75 |
Replaced rear shock absorbers. Replaced front struts. |
2005 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 96000 mi US $65 |
both lower ball joints had broken and I replaced them on my own was stunned to find the replacement parts had grease zerts but what ever |
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