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2006 Dodge Dakota repairs by problem area

Engine (13%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (25%)

Suspension and Steering (44%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 16 repairs.
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2006 Dodge Dakota repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Dodge Dakota 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Dakota in Oklahoma, United States
- Jan 2013
Jan 2013

70000 mi

US $700
steering gear replaced 

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2006 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 South Dakota, United States
- Oct 2008
Oct 2008

35000 mi

US $200
Replace worn tie rods 

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2006 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 New Jersey, United States
Jun 2014 - Jun 2020
Jun 2014

78000 mi

US $80
Both lower ball joints replaced. 
Apr 2015

81000 mi

US $120
Replaced both front brake calipers and bled system 
Jun 2015

81500 mi

US $35
Poor throttle response and transmission shifting issues. Check engine light came on. Replaced TPS. Problem solved 
Jul 2015

82500 mi

US $30
Replaced rear axle fluid and conditioner. Problem solved. 
May 2018

92000 mi

US $75
Left side front brake caliper froze. Replaced caliper and pads. 
Feb 2019

8900 mi

US $1100
Exhaust leak at manifolds. Both Exhaust Manifolds Replaced 
Apr 2020

95000 mi

US $1200
Rack and input shaft replaced 

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2006 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

Dodge Dakota in Florida, United States
- Jan 2009
Jan 2009

37007 mi

US $500
when turning steering wheel from lock to lock (ie when parking) belt would squeel, known issue, dodge dealership installed a overrunning clutch to alternator to fix. 
Dodge Dakota in Puerto Rico
- Aug 2007
Aug 2007

11700 mi
noise under dash, air conditioner box vibration under low speeds 

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2006 Dodge Dakota 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Dodge Dakota in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2014 - Feb 2024
Feb 2014

40500 mi

US $395
replaced left tie rod replaced brake hoses rotors, pads & calipers. All under warranty except hoses. 
Mar 2014

40500 mi

US $395
Left front caliber locked up. Replaced both front brake hoses, pads calipers & rotors, all under warranty except hoses 
Sep 2014

45000 mi

US $565
Replaced all bearings in rear differential 
Sep 2016

61300 mi

US $389
Right Sway bar link broken. Replaced right and left links 

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2006 Dodge Dakota Repair Histories

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