CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Dodge Dakota has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (5 reports).
1987 Dodge Dakota recalls
Most common 1987 Dodge Dakota problems
Problem areas named in the 20 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
THE SPARE TIRE RETAINER FAILED, ALLOWING THE SPARE TIRE TO DETACH FROM IT'S MOUNT UNDER THE VEHICLE AND FALL TO THE ROAD WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE SPARE TIRE IS HELD UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE BY A RETAINER ATTACHED TO A STEEL CABLE. THE STEEL CABLE IS IN A CONSTANT STATE OF TENSION SUPPORTING THE SPARE TIRE THE STEEL CABLE HAD DEVELOPED CORROSION TO SUCH AN EXTENT THAT IT SIMPLY SNAPPED, ALLOWING THE SPARE TIRE TO FALL TO THE ROADWAY WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERWAY. THE AREA OF FAILURE FROM CORROSION IS HIDDEN FROM VIEW. WITHOUT SOME DISASSEMBLY THERE WOULD BE NO WAY TO ASCERTAIN A FAILURE WAS DEVELOPING. THE FAILED PARTS ARE IN MY POSSESSION. *TR
1987 DODGE DAKOTA CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED IN THE FIRE. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED BEFORE CATCHING ON FIRE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE FUEL PUMP HAD BEEN REPLACED RECENTLY. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT)*JB
THE 1988-1990 DAKOTAS WERE RECALLED FOR THIS CONCERN WHY NOT THE 1987? 01V232000. *AK
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN WITHOUT WARNING. *AK
ON RIGHT SIDE OF ENGINE COMPARTMENT A FIRE STARTED. FIRE DEPARTMENT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE DUE TO FACT THAT IT BURNT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
1987 Dodge Dakota questions
Does the 1987 Dodge Dakota have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1987 Dodge Dakota: Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages; Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical:Linkage And Cable. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Dodge Dakota?
Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (5), Seat Belts (3), Structure (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Dodge Dakota has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.