Dodge Dakota owners have reported 41 problems related to differential unit (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Overhauled 10000 miles replaced assy. 13000 miles same problem dana assy. 355 style.
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The consumer states that the rear end howls. The dealer checked the differential, and there were no abnormal noises, consumer hears slight noises from rear differential. No repairs needed. On another invoice the consumer stated that the rear end still whines, replaced the ring gear/pinion, carrier and pinion bearings test drove still noisy ordered rear differential assembly.
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The consumer complained about the rear-end locking up. This occurred while driving 30 mph. The rear end pinion gear locked up, sheared the bolts off the driveshaft, broke the rear of the transmission, and leaked oil everywhere. The tow truck driver informed the consumer about another Dodge vehicle that experienced the same problem.
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There was a noise from the rear end of the vehicle. It was determined that the rear end bolts and other components came apart. The dealer replaced the gears and differential. The abs system also failed.
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Consumer had limited slip differential installed at 1,000 miles however new unit is very noisy at speeds of 40-45 mph. Nlm.
Noise in rear diff. Dealer admits the problem, but cannot fix.