NHTSA lists 206 complaints for the 2004 Dodge Dakota, 11 of them mention a crash and 6 mention a fire. 6 complaints mention an injury, with 8 injuries and 1 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as DODGE DAKOTA.
Model-generated complaint tags: This model year has not been tagged.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2004-05-05. Systems: VISIBILITY.
Defect: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD CAUSE INTERNAL CORROSION AND RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPING CAPABILITY.
Consequence: DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
53 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 17 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 16 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 13 |
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| STRUCTURE | 11 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
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| Plate, Planetary | 1 |
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| SUSPENSION | 1 |
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11010205
Date: 2024-10-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Plate - Planetary
10223762
Date: 2022-07-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module (WCM)
10230298
Date: 2022-07-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module (WCM)
10191442
Date: 2021-02-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
10220471
Date: 2021-02-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
10221686
Date: 2020-07-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
10229256
Date: 2020-07-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
10175743
Date: 2020-04-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, STRUCTURE.
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
10175735
Date: 2020-04-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
10220101
Date: 2019-11-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.