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2004 Dodge Dakota repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2004 Dodge Dakota repair cost distribution

$2500+ (11%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (26%)

< $100 (42%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Dodge Dakota in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2018 - Jul 2022
Jul 2018

130820 mi

C $300
Replaced inoperative fan clutch and radiator cap 
Feb 2022

149751 mi

C $6500
blown head gasket, required partial rebuild of heads 

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2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Dakota in South Carolina, United States
- Jun 2006
Jun 2006

36000 mi

US $50
Check Engine light was on. Dealer couldn't see anything wrong, but said that some kind of valve will sometimes cause it and they replaced that valve. 

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2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Dakota in Missouri, United States
Jun 2018 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018

75000 mi

US $280
replaced leaking pinion seal in differential 
Dodge Dakota in California, United States
- Mar 2010
Mar 2009

67000 mi

US $500
leaking manifold gasket 

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2004 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 Delaware, United States
- Feb 2011
Mar 2009

45000 mi

US $300
steering wheel linkage 
Feb 2011

54000 mi

US $30
Fan speed resistor melted 

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2004 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Dakota in Texas, United States
Jul 2018 - Jan 2022
Nov 2021

13500 mi

US $800
transmission had to be replaced. It did not go past 40 and then slowly dies out. 
Dodge Dakota in Nevada, United States
Jun 2014 - Jul 2022
Aug 2014

79900 mi

US $170
Driver's side front electric door lock actuator failed. Part available only from dealer, but had independent garage replace the actuator, while having other routine maintenance done. 
Jan 2017

106300 mi

US $850
Replaced upper ball joints/control arm assemblies. Lower ball joints checked and okay. Realigned front end after repairs finish. 
Jun 2018

127062 mi

US $4410
Dreaded known problem with premature head gasket failure on Dodge 3.7L V-6 engines. Small crack apparently developed, leading to gradual coolant loss over time. Regular mechanic diagnosed the minute crack using dye/chemical trace method. Cost to replace head gasket only slightly less than cost of replacement engine, so decided to replace engine. Remanufactured crated engine purchased by owner and installed by mechanic. Rebuild included TSB upgrades to valve seats and guides; thicker/more durable head gaskets, & improved oil pump. 
Jul 2022

162000 mi

US $130
Inspected for leak in A/C system, as system cooling performance had dropped rather suddenly. Check engine light came on. Bad O2 sensor suspected. O2 sensors were tested and determined to be within correct operating parameters. Mechanic's best guess was recent gas purchase had too much ethanol content and caused the O2 sensor to erroneously detect too lean an air/fuel mixture. Check engine light reset and no further issues after topping of with better quality gasoline. 
Dodge Dakota in South Carolina, United States
- Jun 2015
Oct 2013

107200 mi
Replaced right rear caliper. Resurfaced pad and rotor. 
Jan 2014

111500 mi
De glaze rear pads Replace intermediate steering shaft 
Feb 2014

115000 mi

US $30
Oil dripping on hot components causing occasional smoke in cabin. It's such a slow leak that mechanic suggested not repairing it, due to expense. Leak is so slow that I don't even have to add oil in between changes. 
Sep 2014

127500 mi

US $75
Water pump pulley failed. Replaced water pump & tensioner pulley. 
Jun 2015

140000 mi

US $750
Progressively louder noise coming from front end. Front passenger side wheel bearing failure -- required entire wheel hub replacement as it is a sealed unit. Failure caused uneven front tire wear; replaced both tires and did 4-whl alignment 

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2004 Dodge Dakota 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Dakota in Pennsylvania, United States
- Jun 2009
May 2006

21838 mi
Engine ran rough, Dealer pulled up PO456 code, found insulation on one of the Spark Plugs cracked, replaced all 6. Updated the PCM. 
Jun 2009

49120 mi

US $13
Fan Blower speed resistor 

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