2005 Dodge Dakota engine and engine cooling problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2005 Dodge Dakota — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge dakota squad cab. The contact was driving 45 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the engine due to poor maintenance and the use of the incorrect engine oil. The…”
filed Jun 8, 2011
“Tl*the contact leased a 2005 dodge dakota. When attempting to slow down or stop at any speed, the vehicle suddenly shuts down. The most recent failure occurred while driving 15 mph. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer will not authorize the dealer to replace…”
filed Aug 5, 2008
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
GEAR MOTOR, Transfer Case The gear motor assembly is shipped in AWD/2WD position. The transfer case needs to be positioned in AWD/2WD position to properly assemble gear motor to T-Case. Please reference Star Online…
9004350 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 10, 2021
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Dakota years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Dakota | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 Dakota | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 Dakota | 9 | 3% |
| 2004 Dakota | 12 | 6% |
| 2003 Dakota | 34 | 12% |
| 2002 Dakota | 34 | 5% |
| 2001 Dakota | 53 | 8% |
| 2000 Dakota | 50 | 6% |
| 1999 Dakota | 70 | 11% |
| 1998 Dakota | 60 | 11% |
| 1997 Dakota | 49 | 11% |
| 1996 Dakota | 27 | 14% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Dodge Dakota
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.