2006 Dodge Dakota Consumer Discussions

Dodge Dakota Transmission Problems

2006 Dakota - 41K - hesitation on level, no load.

Written by: davenvick on Jun 10, 2008 08:19 AM

I have a hesitation around 40mph on level roads. Changed tranny oil, new plugs, air filter, new TPS. No codes tripped. Problem gets worse in hot weather. Dodge garage could not find issue on first visit.....not sure if I want to fork out more money. Any ideas? Read More...

Dodge Dakota Paint issues

Re: Paint Issues [red_dodge]

Written by: wilkerbeast on May 29, 2008 08:48 PM

My 1998 Dakota Club Cab started going bald a couple of years ago (2006 or so) and now has great balding patches on the hood, roof, "A" pillars and tops of the fenders. It got a new catalytic converter (2 actually) free from Daimler Chrysler, so I was wondering if there is any action with them concerning the paint jobs? Read More...

Dodge Dakota Electrical Issues

Re: 2001 Dodge Dakota ignition won't turn [jac11]

Written by: kdulaff on Mar 14, 2008 02:21 PM

I had same prob with my 2006 Dakota this am. Key does not turn (like it's the wrong key!) I hope the "mallet" suggestion works. This truck is new (only 10,000 mi) I saw another post where a guy had a locksmith fix it...twice! Read More...

Dodge Dakota Engine and Underhood Questions

2003 Dodge Dak 4.7 VS 2006 Dak 4.7

Written by: jlock on Dec 26, 2007 11:42 AM

I'm hoping someone can help me, I own a 2003 Dodge Dakota it came equipped with a 4.7 magnum engine, I had to have the engine replaced and opted for a 4.7 2006 engine. Since the installation I don't have as much power as before, is there a difference in computers between the 2003 and 2006? I have begun to notice when I drive and let off the throttle I get popping nosies ... Read More...

Dodge Dakota Electrical Issues

Electric problems from hell!

Written by: chantelle on Dec 17, 2007 09:32 PM

I'm desperate and don't know where to turn. In early 2006 we purcahsed a 2005 lease return dodge dakota 4X4 V8. I love my truck but days after driving it off the lot it's had a gremlin in the dashboard. All of a sudden all warning lights will come on along with the chime then everything goes dead. All lights go off, no gas guage, no speedometer, odometer, RPM's, radio, ... Read More...

Midsize Pickup Comparo

Dakota Hauler vers Other Midsize

Written by: wrench1 on Nov 22, 2007 05:53 AM

I own a 2006 SLT Sport CC Dakota 4.7 and tow a boat and other loads. I also own and tow with a 2006 Nissan Xterra 4.0. The Nissan pulls just as well, and gets avg 19 MPG towing while the Dakota drops to 15 MPG. The Dakota can really haul more on the road but for everyday day driving in town, the Xterra/Frontier 4.0L gets 23 MPG. Great gas mileage for 266 HP. My 2001 Ranger SC4.0L ... Read More...

Dodge Dakota Electrical Issues

Dodge Dakota: Electrical Issue

Written by: pcshark on Jun 10, 2007 02:40 PM

I have a 1994 Dodge Dakota SLT auto, 3.9L V6. It will not start. The fuel isn't getting any fire in the combustion chambers. First of all, I want to explain what started this problem, because I am at fault in causing this. When this happened was exactly one year ago. I had a blown fuse in the Under-hood Power distribution center fuse box. It was the "40amp" Ignition ... Read More...

Continuing electrical problems on '90 Dakota

Written by: tjfitz on Apr 28, 2007 08:11 PM

I've posted four times on this topic (#4288, 4298, 4299 and 4356---and another topic #4227) since June 2006 and it's still happening. My daughter finds that the battery goes dead overnight. She has had the truck checked-over by two local mechanics. The first, said to be an electricals specialist, said he found many misconnections and corrected them. He also ... Read More...

Dodge Dakota Engine and Underhood Questions

Engine Problems

Written by: jlock on Mar 12, 2007 11:50 AM

I have a 2003 Dodge Dakota 4.7. I took it to the shop and they placed a 2006 4.7 engine in it. The engine runs fine when it's cold but It sounds like it's miss firing when it heats up, also the check engine light flashes until it heats up then remains steady. Read More...

Dodge Dakota Lease Questions

Re: 2006 Dakota Lease in 2007 [roberto8]

Written by: Car_man on Feb 27, 2007 03:35 AM

Hey roberto8. I believe that Chrysler Financial's February lease program on the 2006 Dodge Dakota is the same as it was last month. DaimlerChrysler did increase its dealer cash incentive on the 2006 Dakota for President's Day to $5,500. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum Read More...