Two problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 2004 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer would like reimbursement for repairs to there 2004 Dodge Dakota sport. The radiator failed and resulted in the vehicle overheating. The rear differential failed. The right front axle, axle shaft assembly was worn. Electric engine cooling fan failed which damaged the new radiator.
I purchased a 2004 Dodge Dakota slt from elk grove Dodge, elk grove, California, engine started overheating, first two times they couldn't find the problem, the third time was a broken radiator hose and the fourth time replaced both cylinder heads as heads are cracked due to overheating. They found coolant on spark plugs.