Power Train Related Problems of the 2006 Dodge Dakota

Table 1 shows eleven common power train related problems of the 2006 Dodge Dakota. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (four problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2006 Dodge Dakota

The Power Train problem

See attached document for complaint.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Dakota. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle made a loud noise and the drive shaft fractured and dropped without warning. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a pole. The vehicle was destroyed.   Read details...

The Transfer Case problem

Truck has an awd 5 speed 545rfe automatic transmission. The "service 4wd" check light started randomly coming on and blinking while the vehicle was in motion and the transfer control case at times felt like it was attempting to and at times did shift into 4hi or 4lo.   Read details...


Power Train related problems in other Dodge Dakota model year vehicles:



Dakota Service Bulletins
Dakota Safety Recalls
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