One problem related to transmission gear slipping has been reported for the 2003 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I have this 2003 Dakota truck with 22,000 miles and the transmission slip at first startup and it is random maybe twice a month. The truck has been in the dealer three times and their position is they need see it slip before they can fix it. 2003 Dodge Dakota quad cab 5-spd automatic transmission 5-45rfe 4. 7l magnum v8 air conditioning heavy duty service group.