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  Safety Recalls of Dodge Dakota Vehicles

There have been 49 safety recalls for the Dodge Dakota. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Dodge Dakota.

NHTSA Recall #: 19V018000; Jan. 15, 2019

in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Chrysler 300, 2011 Chrysler 300, 2012 Chrysler 300, 2013 Chrysler 300, 2014 Chrysler 300, 2015 Chrysler 300, 2010 Dodge Challenger, 2011 Dodge Challenger, 2012 Dodge Challenger, 2013 Dodge Challenger, 2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010 Dodge Charger, 2011 Dodge Charger, 2012 Dodge Charger, 2013 Dodge Charger, 2014 Dodge Charger, 2015 Dodge Charger, 2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 2010 Jeep Wrangler, 2011 Jeep Wrangler, 2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2013 Jeep Wrangler, 2014 Jeep Wrangler, 2015 Jeep Wrangler, 2016 Jeep Wrangler, 2010 RAM 4500, 2010 RAM 5500
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Recall Summary: chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2010 dodge ram 3500, ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 dodge dakota, 2010-2014 dodge challenger, 2010-2015 dodge challenger, chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 jeep wrangler vehicles.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 18V021000; Jan. 9, 2018

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2009 Chrysler 300, 2010 Chrysler 300, 2011 Chrysler 300, 2012 Chrysler 300, 2013 Chrysler 300, 2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2009 Dodge Challenger, 2010 Dodge Challenger, 2011 Dodge Challenger, 2012 Dodge Challenger, 2013 Dodge Challenger, 2009 Dodge Charger, 2010 Dodge Charger, 2011 Dodge Charger, 2012 Dodge Charger, 2013 Dodge Charger, 2009 Dodge Dakota, 2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Dodge Dakota, 2009 Dodge Durango, 2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2010 Jeep Wrangler, 2011 Jeep Wrangler, 2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2013 Jeep Wrangler, 2009 RAM 2500, 2009 RAM 3500, 2010 RAM 3500, 2009 RAM 4500, 2010 RAM 4500, 2009 RAM 5500, 2010 RAM 5500
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Recall Summary: Chrysler (fca us LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge challenger and Dodge charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of alabama, California, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 17V820000; Dec. 20, 2017

The hot spots and burn holes can injure the seat occupant and can increase the risk of a fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2005 Dodge Dakota
Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Recall Summary: Fiat Chrysler automobiles us LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2005 Dodge dakota pickup trucks equipped with heated seats. These driver and passenger seats may develop hot spots that can result in the seat cushion or seat back having burn holes. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 16V352000; May. 24, 2016

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2005 Chrysler 300, 2006 Chrysler 300, 2007 Chrysler 300, 2008 Chrysler 300, 2009 Chrysler 300, 2010 Chrysler 300, 2011 Chrysler 300, 2012 Chrysler 300, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2009 Dodge Challenger, 2010 Dodge Challenger, 2011 Dodge Challenger, 2012 Dodge Challenger, 2006 Dodge Charger, 2007 Dodge Charger, 2008 Dodge Charger, 2009 Dodge Charger, 2010 Dodge Charger, 2011 Dodge Charger, 2012 Dodge Charger, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2006 Dodge Dakota, 2007 Dodge Dakota, 2008 Dodge Dakota, 2009 Dodge Dakota, 2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Dodge Dakota, 2004 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Durango, 2006 Dodge Durango, 2007 Dodge Durango, 2008 Dodge Durango, 2009 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2007 Dodge Magnum, 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2004 Dodge Ram 1500, 2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2006 Dodge Ram 1500, 2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 2005 Dodge Ram 2500, 2006 Dodge Ram 2500, 2007 Dodge Ram 2500, 2008 Dodge Ram 2500, 2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2006 Dodge Ram 3500, 2007 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008 Dodge Ram 3500, 2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008 Dodge Ram 4500, 2009 Dodge Ram 4500, 2008 Dodge Ram 5500, 2009 Dodge Ram 5500, 2007 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2010 Jeep Wrangler, 2011 Jeep Wrangler, 2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider, 2010 RAM 4500, 2010 RAM 5500
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Recall Summary: Chrysler (fca us LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 ram 2500 trucks produced at the st. Louis north assembly plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 ram 1500, 2005-2009 ram 2500, 2006-2009 ram 3500, 2007-2010 ram 3500 cab chassis, ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 15V313000; May. 27, 2015

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2005 Chrysler 300, 2006 Chrysler 300, 2007 Chrysler 300, 2008 Chrysler 300, 2009 Chrysler 300, 2010 Chrysler 300, 2005 Chrysler 300C, 2006 Chrysler 300C, 2007 Chrysler 300C, 2008 Chrysler 300C, 2009 Chrysler 300C, 2010 Chrysler 300C, 2005 Chrysler 300S, 2006 Chrysler 300S, 2007 Chrysler 300S, 2008 Chrysler 300S, 2009 Chrysler 300S, 2010 Chrysler 300S, 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005 Chrysler SRT8, 2006 Chrysler SRT8, 2007 Chrysler SRT8, 2008 Chrysler SRT8, 2009 Chrysler SRT8, 2010 Chrysler SRT8, 2006 Dodge Charger, 2007 Dodge Charger, 2008 Dodge Charger, 2009 Dodge Charger, 2010 Dodge Charger, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2006 Dodge Dakota, 2007 Dodge Dakota, 2008 Dodge Dakota, 2009 Dodge Dakota, 2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Dodge Dakota, 2004 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Durango, 2006 Dodge Durango, 2007 Dodge Durango, 2008 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2007 Dodge Magnum, 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2004 Dodge Ram 1500, 2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2006 Dodge Ram 1500, 2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 2005 Dodge Ram 2500, 2006 Dodge Ram 2500, 2007 Dodge Ram 2500, 2008 Dodge Ram 2500, 2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2006 Dodge Ram 3500, 2007 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008 Dodge Ram 3500, 2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008 Dodge Ram 4500, 2009 Dodge Ram 4500, 2008 Dodge Ram 5500, 2009 Dodge Ram 5500, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider, 2010 RAM 4500, 2010 RAM 5500
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
Recall Summary: Chrysler (fca us LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge ram 1500 and durango, 2006-2009 Dodge ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300c, 300s, and srt8, 2006-2010 Dodge charger, 2005-2008 magnum, ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 14V795000; Dec. 16, 2014

Broken springs can result in a no-start condition, or cause unintended movement when the ignition is cranked, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recalled Vehicles: 2006 Dodge Dakota, 2007 Dodge Dakota, 2006 Dodge Ram 1500, 2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2006 Dodge Ram 2500, 2007 Dodge Ram 2500, 2006 Dodge Ram 3500, 2007 Dodge Ram 3500, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Recall Summary: Chrysler group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge ram 1500, 2500, 3500, dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006 with manual transmissions. The return springs in the clutch ignition interlock switch may break. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 14V770000; Dec. 3, 2014

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger�s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Recalled Vehicles: 2005 Chrysler 300, 2005 Chrysler 300C, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2004 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Magnum, 2004 Dodge Ram 1500, 2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2004 Dodge Ram 2500, 2005 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004 Dodge Ram 3500, 2005 Dodge Ram 3500
Component: AIR BAGS
Recall Summary: Chrysler group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge durango, 2005 Dodge dakota, 2005 Dodge magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300c and 300 srt8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 13V038000; Feb. 6, 2013

If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.

Recalled Vehicles: 2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2009 Dodge Dakota, 2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Dodge Dakota, 2009 Dodge Durango, 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, 2010 RAM 1500, 2011 RAM 1500, 2012 RAM 1500
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 12V474000; Oct. 2, 2012

If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.

Recalled Vehicles: 2009 Dodge Dakota, 2010 Dodge Dakota, 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, 2010 RAM 1500
Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Recall Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, ram 1500 and Dodge dakota trucks, manufactured from July 1, 2009, through November 30, 2009, because the rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to a lack of adhesive. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 12V420000; Aug. 28, 2012

Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.

Recalled Vehicles: 2007 Chevrolet C3500, 2010 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Dodge Dakota, 2008 Mitsubishi FE180
Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Recall Summary: Nbc truck equipment, inc. (nbc) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 and model year 2010-2011 trucks equipped with sure power battery separator devices, due to overheating. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of Dodge Dakota Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Jan. 15, 2019   Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal 1,413,222
Jan. 9, 2018   Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal 328,177
Dec. 20, 2017   Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler 16,900
May. 24, 2016   Air Bags:passenger Side Frontal 4,575,203
May. 27, 2015   Air Bags:frontal:driver Side Inflator Module 4,054,473
Dec. 16, 2014   Electrical System:ignition:switch 54,164
Dec. 3, 2014   Air Bag 250,896
Feb. 6, 2013   Power Train:driveline:differential Unit 278,674
Oct. 2, 2012   Power Train:driveline:differential Unit 44,300
Aug. 28, 2012   Equipment:electrical 32
Dec. 4, 2007   Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift 576,418
Sep. 7, 2006   Power Train:automatic Transmission 4,770
Feb. 9, 2006   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock:control Unit/module 39,274
Feb. 9, 2006   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:switch/wiring 79,701
Oct. 6, 2005   Power Train:automatic Transmission 256,409
Jan. 5, 2005   Air Bags:side/window 1,142
Dec. 21, 2004   Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Ball Joint 592,707
May. 5, 2004   Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer 320,188
Dec. 10, 2003   Equipment:other:labels 35,692
Oct. 10, 2003   Electrical System:wiring 50,082
Dec. 2, 2002   Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch 3,640
Jul. 6, 2001   Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) 4,000
Jul. 5, 2001   Seat Belts:front:anchorage 104,252
May. 8, 2001   Air Bag 216,100
Apr. 11, 2001   Seat Belts:front:retractor 161,682
Mar. 7, 2001   Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift 85,400
Nov. 9, 2000   Child Seat 1,211,756
Jul. 17, 2000   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 437,000
Jul. 17, 2000   Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 91,610
Jul. 17, 2000   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 40,000
Jul. 17, 2000   Power Train:automatic Transmission 20,000
Apr. 11, 2000   Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) 123,000
Sep. 8, 1998   Structure 12,400
Oct. 7, 1997   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 7,500
May. 16, 1997   Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module 125,000
Jun. 13, 1996   Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) 140,000
Oct. 20, 1995   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist 600
May. 12, 1995   Steering:wheel And Handle Bar 293,043
May. 12, 1995   Steering:wheel And Handle Bar 78,000
Mar. 9, 1994   Suspension:front:control Arm 1,500
Jan. 12, 1994   Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting 9,000
May. 11, 1993   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock 2,000
Nov. 12, 1991   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 38,000
Oct. 1, 1990   Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 3,500
Dec. 27, 1989   Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 634,000
May. 4, 1988   Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts 1,700
Dec. 26, 1987   Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) 3,500
Apr. 14, 1987   Vehicle Speed Control:linkages 34,000
Aug. 18, 1986   Parking Brake:conventional:mechanical:linkage And Cable 3,948


Table 2. Recall Statistics of Dodge Dakota Model Years

Model# Recalls
2011 Dodge Dakota 6
2010 Dodge Dakota 7
2009 Dodge Dakota 5
2008 Dodge Dakota 2
2007 Dodge Dakota 4
2006 Dodge Dakota 5
2005 Dodge Dakota 6
2004 Dodge Dakota 1
2003 Dodge Dakota 4
2002 Dodge Dakota 5
2001 Dodge Dakota 7
2000 Dodge Dakota 5
1999 Dodge Dakota 4
1998 Dodge Dakota 5
1997 Dodge Dakota 5
1996 Dodge Dakota 1
1994 Dodge Dakota 3
1993 Dodge Dakota 1
1992 Dodge Dakota 1
1991 Dodge Dakota 4
1990 Dodge Dakota 3
1989 Dodge Dakota 3
1988 Dodge Dakota 3
1987 Dodge Dakota 2