MYRModel Year Report

2007 Dodge Dakota

● Typical for this model
2007 Dodge Dakota
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:41.295Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
145
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

41% of complaints

Complaints per year

1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1987: 20 complaints 1988: 55 complaints 1989: 64 complaints 1989 1990: 65 complaints 1991: 128 complaints 1992: 219 complaints 1993: 134 complaints 1993 1994: 184 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: 296 complaints 2004: 206 complaints 2005: 470 complaints 2006: 285 complaints 2007: 145 complaints 2007 145 2008: 91 complaints 2009: 18 complaints 2010: 35 complaints 2011: 44 complaints
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1987: 20 complaints 1987 1988: 55 complaints 1989: 64 complaints 1989 1990: 65 complaints 1991: 128 complaints 1991 1992: 219 complaints 1993: 134 complaints 1993 1994: 184 complaints 1995: 208 complaints 1995 1996: 189 complaints 1997: 446 complaints 1997 1998: 545 complaints 1999: 641 complaints 1999 2000: 806 complaints 2001: 678 complaints 2001 2002: 678 complaints 2003: 296 complaints 2003 2004: 206 complaints 2005: 470 complaints 2005 2006: 285 complaints 2007: 145 complaints 2007 145 2008: 91 complaints 2009: 18 complaints 2009 2010: 35 complaints 2011: 44 complaints 2011
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1987: 20 complaints 1987 1988: 55 complaints 1989: 64 complaints 1989 1990: 65 complaints 1991: 128 complaints 1991 1992: 219 complaints 1993: 134 complaints 1993 1994: 184 complaints 1995: 208 complaints 1995 1996: 189 complaints 1997: 446 complaints 1997 1998: 545 complaints 1999: 641 complaints 1999 2000: 806 complaints 2001: 678 complaints 2001 2002: 678 complaints 2003: 296 complaints 2003 2004: 206 complaints 2005: 470 complaints 2005 2006: 285 complaints 2007: 145 complaints 2007 145 2008: 91 complaints 2009: 18 complaints 2009 2010: 35 complaints 2011: 44 complaints 2011

2007: 145 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19852
19861
198720
198855
198964
199065
1991128
1992219
1993134
1994184
1995208
1996189
1997446
1998545
1999641
2000806
2001678
2002678
2003296
2004206
2005470
2006285
2007145
200891
200918
201035
201144

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

41% · 59 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Dakota. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the contact crashed into the rear of a parked vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-02

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-26

Also filed under Steering

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-01

Power train

17% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

CRASHFIREINJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-19

Driver pulled truck into slightly inclined driveway and shifted into park. Vehicle was idling. Both driver side and passenger side windows were open. Driver put driver side power window up.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-27

Also filed under Visibility

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Dakota clubcab 4X2. When the contact attempted to shift into reverse, the gear became stuck in first gear. He was unable to change gears. He inspected the vehicle and noticed smoke coming from the engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-05-13

Electrical system

10% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing switch.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-30

Suspension

9% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing front and shock absorber.

Steering

8% · 12 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-10-02Power train06V341000 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…

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2014-05-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-12-23 Clutch Interlock Switch Malfunction
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    2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  4. I
    2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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    2015-03-27Electrical system14V795000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 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...

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Dodge Dakota — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 59 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V341000 · Power train
  • Recall 14V795000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Dodge Dakota reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Dodge Dakota is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Dakota?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Dodge Dakota have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.