1992 Dodge Dakota
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1990 | 63 |
| 1991 | 128 |
| 1992 | 216 |
| 1993 | 134 |
| 1994 | 166 |
| 1995 | 208 |
| 1996 | 189 |
| 1997 | 446 |
| 1998 | 545 |
| 1999 | 641 |
| 2000 | 806 |
| 2001 | 678 |
| 2002 | 678 |
| 2003 | 295 |
| 2004 | 206 |
| 2005 | 470 |
| 2006 | 283 |
| 2007 | 144 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 35 |
| 2011 | 44 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
35% of complaints: power train — 76 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WHILE RUNNING AND IT JUMPED OUT OF GEAR, ROLLED DOWN THE HILL, AND HIT A MOTOR HOME. CONSUMERE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO A BODY SHOP. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040421
VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND STILL RUNNING WHEN WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE POPPED OUT OF PARK AND ROLLED BACK INTO ANOTHER PARKED VEIHICLE.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030603
VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON FLAT SURFACE, JUMP OF GEAR INTO REVERSE, IMPACT 6:00 POSITION HITTING A FENCE AND TELEPHONE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950320
9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 20 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR DURING EMERGENCY STOPPING, RESULTING IN ACCIDENT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950613
7% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY3% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 7 distinct reports on file.
3% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
BRK PDL PIVOT SHAFT DISENG
INADVERTENT MOVEMENT OF SHIFTER
ROLLAWAY IN REVERSE WHEN PARKED
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
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
1992 Dodge Dakota — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (76 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V106000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Dodge Dakota reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Dodge Dakota is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Dodge Dakota?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Dakota have?
2 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.