One problem related to spare tire has been reported for the 2002 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
: the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the mounting cable fractured and the spare tire detached from the cable. The spare tire landed on the pavement and skidded across incoming traffic. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer who determined that the spare tire winch assembly needed to be replaced. The contact ordered the parts and installed it. The manufacturer was notified.
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire Bead problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Spare Tire problems |