Two problems related to steering linkages have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Upper control arms loose, defective, plus steering linkage needs to be replaced.
While driving 35 mph vehicle started to shake and could not turn. After stopping and looking at vehicle saw front tie rod had come apart. Towed vehicle to dealer who determined tir rod came apart and the upper and lower ball joints are bad.