MYRModel Year Report

1991 Dodge Dakota

▲ Better than typical
1991 Dodge Dakota
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:36:46.866Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Dakota Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1991 highlighted. 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaints 1987: 20 complaints 1988: 55 complaints 1989: 63 complaints 1989 1990: 63 complaints 1991: 128 complaints 1991 1992: 216 complaints 1993: 134 complaints 1993 1994: 166 complaints 1995: 208 complaints 1996: 189 complaints 1997: 446 complaints 1997 1998: 545 complaints 1999: 641 complaints 2000: 806 complaints 2001: 678 complaints 2001 2002: 678 complaints 2003: 295 complaints 2004: 206 complaints 2005: 470 complaints 2005 2006: 283 complaints 2007: 144 complaints 2008: 91 complaints 2009: 18 complaints 2009 2010: 35 complaints 2011: 44 complaints 2011
1991: 128 complaints
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YearComplaints
19852
19861
198720
198855
198963
199063
1991128
1992216
1993134
1994166
1995208
1996189
1997446
1998545
1999641
2000806
2001678
2002678
2003295
2004206
2005470
2006283
2007144
200891
200918
201035
201144

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 26%

26% of complaints: power train — 33 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 DODGE DAKOTA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE CONTACT'S DRIVEWAY, IT SUDDENLY ROLLED IN REVERSE WITH THE SHIFTER IN THE PARK POSITION. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THIS FAILURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20081009

THE TRUCK WAS IN PARK AND SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19950808

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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THE TRUCK HAS ABS BRAKES AND HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE. THE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND HAS CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950810

STEERING 4%

4% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 3%

3% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19910415 — fuel system, gasoline

STEEL BRAIDED FUEL HOSE ROUTING MAY ALLOW CONTACT BETWEEN THE HOSE AND TRANSMISSION WIRING HARNESS.

Remedy: INSTALL A TIE STRAP TO SECURE THE TRANSMISSION WIRING AWAY FROM THE FUEL HOSE.

Campaign 90V176000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19920203 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE MAY RUB AGAINST THE TIRE DURING A FULL LOCK LEFT TURN, WHICH MAY EVENTUALLY CAUSE WEAR THROUGH OF THE BRAKE HOSE ON THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE.

Remedy: IF CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE HOSE AND TIRE ON THE RIGHT FRONT IS INADEQUATE, REPLACE BRAKE HOSE WITH A MODIFIED VERSION TO ENSURE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE.

Campaign 91V200000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19950119 — PE (closed 19950511)

STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION

I 19950623 — PE (closed 19960531)

INADVERTENT MOVEMENT OF SHIFTER

R 19951220 — steering

THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE STAMPING CAN CRACK DUE TO FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ARMATURE CRACKS AND REPLACE ANY WHEELS EXHIBITING CRACKS. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL HAVE A REINFORCEMENT PLATE INSTALLED TO PREVENT STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION

Campaign 95V089000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19960531 — EA (closed 20000810)

ROLLAWAY IN REVERSE WHEN PARKED

R 20000605 — power train

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A500 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. INADVERTENT PLACEMENT OF THE SHIFT LEVER IN REVERSE CAN OCCUR WHEN THE DRIVER BELIEVES THAT THE TRANSMISSIO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEEL MANUAL VALVE IN THE TRANSMISSION WITH AN ALUMINUM VERSION.

Campaign 00V106000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060701 — exterior lighting

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE N

Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

Campaign 06E049000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Dodge Dakota — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (33 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 90V176000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 91V200000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V089000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 00V106000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2010 ▲ 2011 ▲ 1988

WORST YEARS

■ 2000 ■ 2002 ■ 2001

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Dodge Dakota reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Dodge Dakota is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Dodge Dakota?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge Dakota have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.