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2007 Dodge Dakota Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 145 complaints about the 2007 Dodge Dakota with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (59) and the transmission & drivetrain (24). Those complaints describe 11 crashes, 2 fires and 8 injuries. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 2016 for the inflator module. For comparison, the 2006 has 285 and the 2008 has 91.

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BFewer problems than a typical Dakota year, for its age

#99 most complained-about 2007 vehicle

Complaints
145
Recalls
4
Crashes
11
Fires
2
Injuries
8
Deaths
0

Most common 2007 Dodge Dakota problems

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2007 Dodge Dakota recalls 4

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Air bags: inflator module

16V3520004,648,270 vehicles affected

Do not drive
The problem
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, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
The risk
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.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.

Air bags: inflator module

15V3130004,077,169 vehicles affected

Do not drive
The problem
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, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk
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.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.

Electrical system: switch

14V79500054,164 vehicles affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P80.

Power train: automatic transmission

06V3410004,770 vehicles affected

The problem
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
The risk
If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on october 2, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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145 complaints about the 2007 Dodge Dakota

Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners. Page 1 of 6.

Electrical system

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.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11768171
Electrical systemAirbags

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Dakota. The contact stated that a dealer technician came to the contact's 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.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Air bagsNHTSA 11735542
SteeringAirbags

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.

Filed Incident Steering · Air bags · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11656999
Wheels & tires

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.

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11483906
Visibility & wipers

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.

Filed Incident Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11435315
Wheels & tires

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota equipped with cooper tires, tire line: evolution h/t, tire size: 245/70/r16, dot number: ut9h1j9. The contact stated that there were two bubbles in the driver's side front tire. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle was pulling to the left. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the tire. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The tire failure mileage was 10,547.

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 11415586
Transmission & drivetrainAcceleration & cruise control

Driving on freeway and and vehicle goes in to 4lo by itself. When vehicle is parked and turned off you can hear 4wd engaging by itself.

Filed Incident Power train · Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 11378337
Suspension

Axel snapped in half front left damaged , I was backing out of my driveway at a very low speed

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 11258896
BrakesFire

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact stated that while reversing, the the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The brake light illuminated and remained on. The contact noticed smoke emitting from underneath the hood. The contact opened the hood and noticed that the smoke was from the side of the engine. In addition, brake fluid squirting from the brake line. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any help. The contact was told that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 56,700.

Filed Incident Service brakesNHTSA 11241728
Airbags

No return call from dealer to make an appointment one dealer said they will call back if parts in stock no call back

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 11162439
Transmission & drivetrainCrash1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. While the vehicle was engaged in park, it rolled away without warning. The rear of the vehicle crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. Due to the failure, the vehicle sustained damage to the tail lights and bumper. The contact stated that his wife sustained a back injury that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not towed or taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 111,850. *Tt *js

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11102609
Body, doors & structure

Driver's side front door opens unexpectedly while in motion, when locked or not.

Filed Incident StructureNHTSA 11100087
AirbagsEngine & cooling

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that two camshaft sensors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The mechanic also stated that the air bag fault sensor illuminated and that fake air bags may have been installed. The vehicle was serviced at dadeland dodge chrysler jeep ram (16501 s dixie hwy, miami, fl 33157, (305) 278-9994) for nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not informed of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

Filed Incident Air bags · EngineNHTSA 11099136
Transmission & drivetrain

Vehicle: 2007 dodge dakota st club cab, 2wd, 3.7L v6, 42 rle automatic trans problem: at road speeds of 34-50 mph the vehicle shudders, vibrates, and sounds as though on a rumble strip. My research indicates that the powertrain control module has an error that incorrectly tells the torque converter to start the lock up range at too low an rpm, resulting in the engine and torque converter to not be synched correctly. This problem began shortly after I'd bought the truck at 71,100 miles. I'm at 71,500 miles now. The...

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remedy is as little as reprogramming the pcm flash to as much as replacing the pcm, the torque converter, and transmission. I fear that the problem could result in catastrophic failure of the drive train components in a way that could result in a vehicle crash. There are two technical service bulletins of which I'm aware on the matter.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11005474
Airbags

I have repeatedly attempted to repair my dodge dakota's recall. Initially I contacted huntington beach chrysler dodge jeep ram and was told that my name would be placed on a list and I would be contacted. Nothing! I then contacted courtesy chrysler dodge jeep ram of orange county. Finally had the first recall repaired, but not the march 2016 air bag recall. I have called and contacted the second dealer since march 2016 to repair the air bags and have been told every time that the dealer has no parts, but that they will call me. It has now been one year...And I have never been called....By either dealer. Help!!

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10968823
Airbags

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacture exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced failure. The vin was not available.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10966546
Airbags

Takata recall.... How long before recall is completed?

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10965907
Airbags

Takata recall I called the dealer for the recall they say no parts and if im concerned to park the vehicle and not use it. However they don't offer a rental vehicle. I also called chrysler and say thing they don't want to provide rental when I purchased this vehicle it was with the understanding that it was complete all the safety features where in working order know we discover that's not the case. Manufacture should repair and provide a rental until that happens.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10958586
Airbags

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags); however the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10956484
Airbags

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact received notification of an air bag recall and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The interim notice did not give a specific date for when the part would become available so the contact was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The nhtsa campaign number was unknown. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. Updated 04/05/17 lj *cn

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10955033
Airbags

Takata airbags. Needs urgent resolution. Our vehicle is exposed to summer heat to 110 degrees outside air temps (interior vehicle temps 140 + degrees) and winter lows to 15 degrees plus truck is 10 years old. Currently, also, exposed to high humidity with heavy winter rain in past two months. Have contacted local dealer's repair facility without resolution; their excuse is no parts. When is this going to get resolved? Note: poor performaance "adequacy of existing safety recalls".

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10953671
Electrical system

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact stated that the multi function switch became inoperable without warning. As a result, both turn signals, the windshield wipers, and the high beams were unable to be activated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 122,000. The vin was not available.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 10950249
Airbags

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact received a recall notification for nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified. The vin was invalid. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10948438
Airbags

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 dodge dakota. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10940097
Airbags

Takata reccall. No remedy since mid 2016. It is now the end of 2016. If something happens with this air bag which is supposed to save lives and it causes damages instead there will be major litigation to follow... We need to be safe in these situations, not killed or maimed.

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 10928506

Dodge Dakota: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
201144680AirbagsA
20100700-A
200918510Transmission & drivetrainA
200891251AirbagsA
20071454112AirbagsB
20062856237AirbagsD
200547073027AirbagsF
20042065116SteeringC
200329611165SuspensionD
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Questions about the 2007 Dodge Dakota

Does the 2007 Dodge Dakota have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2007 Dodge Dakota: inflator module (May 2016); inflator module (May 2015); switch (December 2014); automatic transmission (September 2006). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Dakota?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (59), transmission & drivetrain (24), electrical system (14).

How many complaints has the 2007 Dodge Dakota had?

145 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 25, 2007 and the latest on September 30, 2026. Of these, 11 describe a crash and 2 a fire, and together they report 8 injuries and 0 deaths.

Is the 2007 Dodge Dakota a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 64 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Dodge Dakota year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

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What should I do if my 2007 Dodge Dakota has a problem?

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