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1D7HG48N64S••••••2004 Dodge DAKOTA
This build draws 3.2× more complaints than the average 2004 Dodge DAKOTA build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
153on the model
98builds in total
Most reportedSuspension 2Steering 2Tires 1Service Brakes 1
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionMay 2013
The contact owns a 2004 dodge dakota. The contact stated that while driving 15 mph over a railroad track, the front driver's side dropped abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.…
SteeringNov 2010
My 2004 dodge dakota began having steering issues last fall which became increasingly worse over the following weeks. The power steering seemed to have stopped working. When I made a turn it was stiff, then loose, then stiff again as you cranked the steering wheel. This would…
Service BrakesNov 2005
Here's what I submitted to the dodge website: last night I returned from my dodge dealership after having new brake pads and new rotors installed. The vehicle is driving fine and the brakes are operating perfectly. The assistant service manager, wes, was helpful and…
SteeringFeb 2009
Steering very tight found that intermediate shaft freezing up poor design cause accident due to lack of steering response with spray oil freed up dealer said should replace knuckles on shaft
SuspensionNov 2003
Passenger's side front tire wobbled while driving. As a result, the steering wheel shook violently
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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 1D7HG48N64S718366 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.