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1B7GG22N9YS••••••2000 Dodge DAKOTA
This build draws 4.6× more complaints than the average 2000 Dodge DAKOTA build (15 vs 3).
15on this build
614on the model
189builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedPower Train 6Service Brakes 5Hydraulic 5Suspension 3
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakescrashJun 2000
No summary listed for above vehicle
SuspensionAug 2018
Bad rust issue to areas including front and rear bumber, the entire bed including mounting points, fenders, cab corners and frame. Lost fender flare twice due to rust and almost caused an accident the entire bed slid back and almost fell off and fenders and bumbers are basically…
SteeringJul 2010
Universal in the shaft wears out and causes excessive play in the steering wheel,and could break. Had to buy a new shaft off ebay,that dodge has since improved
Power TrainJul 2009
Dodge/chrysler 9.25 inch rear differential failure. Retaining clips for the clutch pack of the true-trak differential fall out. The metal parts get chewed up by the ring and pinion and cause the rear end to fail. This is a very common problem as I researched the problem and…
Electrical SystemMar 2004
Consumer complained about steering column/headlights. When the steering column was in the tilt upright position, the low beam lights operated. When the tilt steering wheel was in the straight position the low beam lights went out automatically.*ak the consumer found out the low…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1B7GG22N9YS695030 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.