Two problems related to power train have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Speedometer/odomoter will stop working intermittently. Sometimes a sharp rap above the assembly will make it work. This was repaired by dealer under warranty approximately 3 times about 4 or 5 years ago and has started occurring again. I think this is a major saftey hazard in that I do not know the speed I'm traveling when this occurs.
Speedometer inoperative.