general problems of the 2001 Dodge Dakota

Takata recall exhaust manifold gasket fail over time and allowing more fumes and engine noise door pins none replaceible and wear out over time cause door damage.

Hello my I am disapointed this is the 3rd cam shaft sensor ill have to replace after much research this is a common error on whoever designed this in result car can shutsown while driving leaving you with no control or perhaps when starting vehicle willll not stay running why isnt there a recall to fix this poblem for intake manifold.

Brake line corroded and leaked.

Control timer module door lock on and off all by itself, wipers turn on and off ect.

I was driving in a small neighborhood and I hear a very distinct ticking noise coming from the front passenger side, after I looked at the area I noticed that the exhaust manifold bolts and heat shield were broke . This can cause exhaust fumes to come into the car while driving and should be taken care of.

The shifter lever came loose from its mounting. Either the roll pin worked up and out of position or the roll pin was not installed correctly at assembly. The transmission would not go easily into the " park " position allowing the truck to roll backwards on the driveway. Also, the transmission would not shift into into " drive " . The problem on my truck has been fixed.

I have a 2001 Dodge Dakota. When new, I installed a curt manufacturing tow hitch. I take great care of my vehicles. I tow only on rare occasions, probably 6-10 days a year. Recently, I noticed extreme corrosion on the side supports and main tube of the tow hitch. I have no other corrosion of this sort on my vehicle. The sides seem to be corroding in sheets (steel) as if it was a plywood. It is totally unsafe to tow anything while it is in this condition. It needs to be replaced. Curt has a lifetime warrantee. I contacted them and sent pictures. I believe it may be inferior steel or coating from factory. Anyways, they denied my claim. I wanted a replacement. I have original receipt and instructions. I am concerned that others my have this, and if not addressed could lead to a catastrophic towing accident as everything towed connects only to this accessory.

The consumer experienced problems with (possibly)the ball joints. While he is driving there is a clunking sound that gets worse when turning on curves. The dealer has been contacted and stated that this is a common problem with this model and is unable to help. Ts other problems are as followed: the vehicle will slide/skate over any bump/uneven surface and corner, noise in front end/passenger side front wheel/passenger side window, the engine light was on-found evap leak, bad gas cap, rear brake drums are hopping, abs light on, internal mail relay and valve plug shorted, and front inner brake pad spring clips bent out of shape. The consumer requests the following: refund of the purchase of the vehicle, lessen the bank payments for the time of use, and apply a refund towards the purchase of a new Dodge ram. Scc.