CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Dodge Dakota has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 145 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 2 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (59 reports).
2007 Dodge Dakota recalls
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.
Most common 2007 Dodge Dakota problems
Problem areas named in the 145 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 59 |
| Power Train | 25 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Suspension | 13 |
| Steering | 12 |
| Visibility | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Engine | 4 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Dakota. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, almost causing a crash. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with alternator and ECM failure. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle had previously experienced electrical issues and the battery was replaced; however, the failure was caused by the alternator, not the battery. The contact stated that the battery warning light illuminated and the RPM was fluctuating. The failure was confirmed by the independent mechanic. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 160,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Dakota. The contact stated that a dealer technician came to the contactâs residence and performed an air bag recall repair. Following the repair, the vehicle became inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and that a burning odor was coming from the area near the air bag. The battery warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
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. I advised whoever sent the technician and they said they would send the guy back. No one will answer my calls and no one has fixed my issue.
While driving eastbound at approximately 70 mph, I heard a loud bang, a whooshing sound, and felt a sudden change in the handling of the vehicle. I pulled to the shoulder, and found that the entire inside and outside sidewalls of the right rear tire had shredded.
The windshield popped off in one corner, it was due to the lack of a weather seal the truck was not equipped with. The lack of seal created a Reservoir of water that cannot be seen and made rust along the edges. This rust ate away the glue and lead to leaks and finally I had to replace the entire windshield because it was no longer safe to drive with when it rained. The water leaked in and obstructed my view while driving.
2007 Dodge Dakota questions
Does the 2007 Dodge Dakota have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2007 Dodge Dakota: Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Dakota?
Based on 145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (59), Power Train (25), Electrical System (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.