| 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 2 |
Dodge Dakota repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)
Brakes and Traction Control (12%)
Suspension and Steering (26%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (8%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 143 repairs.
Dodge Dakota repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (39%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 132 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Dodge Dakota problems by year
before 2000 (6%)
2001 - 2004 (38%)
2005 - 2007 (54%)
2008 - 2014 (2%)
Chart based on 144 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the Dodge Dakota
| Dodge Dakota Personal Experiences: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Good reliability and performance from the 1992 & 1998 models I owned. full 2004 Dodge Dakota review |
| 2003 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 250-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
I`ve owned 3 in the past and have yet to be let down ? full 2003 Dodge Dakota review |
| Dodge Dakota Personal Experiences: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
Treated very badly by Dodge corporation regarding transmission problem complaint. Was insulted and when told that I would never buy another Dodge, they asked why they should stand by me (warranty) if I wont stand by them. I kid you not.. full 2007 Dodge Dakota review |
