10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jun 162002

Dakota

  • miles
Locking mechanism for passenger side door malfunctioned. Unable to close door.

- Manawa, WI, USA

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problem #2

Jun 011999

(reported on)

Dakota 4WD

  • miles
Driver side door falls off when opened. Dealer said metal fatigue. Timing belt is going bad for the third time.

- Huntersville, NC, USA

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problem #1

Feb 011997

(reported on)

Dakota

  • miles
Improper sealing of door caused wind noise at speeds in excess of 65 mph.

- West Coxsa, NY, USA

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