1991 Dodge Dakota vs 1991 Ford F-250
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1991 Dodge Dakota | 1991 Ford F-250 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 128 | 107 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 52 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 11–21 | 11–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Dakota | Ford F-250 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 60 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 24 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 15 |
| Steering | 15 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 8 |
| Tires | 4 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
1991 Dodge Dakota
1991 Ford F-250
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.