One problem related to ignition switch has been reported for the 2000 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The position of the ignition switch is located too close to steering wheel. Point of extra keys dangling from key ring can swing and become lodged in hole in back of steering wheel during left hand turn. End result is steering locked and subsequent loss of vehicle control. Manufacturer should be made to plug holes on back side of steering wheel. I have had this happen to me and problem can easily be duplicated. I have temporarily put duct tape over holes to prevent this from happening again.