4.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,250 miles

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problem #6

Jan 152004

Dakota

  • miles
When driving at an undetermined speed oil light appeared on the dashboard. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determined that the intake manifold failed.

- Waukesha, WI, USA

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problem #5

Oct 222003

Dakota 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 66,000 miles
Exhaust manifold bolts and studs broken off. From what I read on the internet, this is a common occurrence.

- Saint Charles, MO, USA

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problem #4

May 252003

Dakota 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 12,500 miles
The consumer stated the engine started to knock on acceleration, then he noticed the oil consumption started to go up. It was confirmed the plenum seal leaked.

- Hyde Park, MA, USA

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problem #3

Jun 062003

(reported on)

Dakota

  • 55,000 miles
Intake manifold is leaking fluid.

- East Kingston, NH, USA

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problem #2

Apr 132001

(reported on)

Dakota

  • miles
Exhaust manifold bolts cracked, causing exhaust fumes to come inside vehicle.

- Branchville, NJ, USA

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problem #1

Oct 012000

Dakota

  • miles
While driving vehicle back fired and noticed a lot of racket, and a lot of oil consumption. Consumer stated it was manifold gasket.

- Dresden, ME, USA

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