Steering Problems of Dodge Dakota

Dodge Dakota owners have reported 499 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 26 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (135 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering tie rod assembly (128 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Dodge Dakota

The Steering problem

The manufacturer sent a third party to fix an airbag recall. Before the third-party technician touched my truck for the recall, both my horn and cigarette lighter worked. Now, after their repair, neither works. Therefore, something they did caused an electrical fault.   Read details...

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

Hello, I recently purchased a one owner 2005 Dodge Dakota, which has less than 35,000 miles and has been very well maintained. The car fax came back clean for accidents etc, but I have found, that both the front and rear sections of the chassis had to be replaced on driver and passenger sides and   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Dakota. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn. The contact replaced the power steering pump, but the abnormal noise continued. Also, the steering wheel became tight and was unable to turn left and right.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Dakota. When the contact placed the key in the ignition and started the engine, the key would come out and the steering wheel seized. The contact had to use excessive strength to turn the vehicle and the check engine indicator illuminated.   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

While driving vehicle there was a sudden loss of steering. After having mechanic look at vehicle the high pressure hose was found to be leaking. After replacing the hose, found that the pump was leaking.   Read details...




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