Used 1994 Dodge Dakota Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1994 Dakota, so we've included reviews for other years of the Dakota since its last redesign.
It keeps going and going
Gasque, 12/07/2002
1994 Dodge Dakota Sport 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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I bought this truck new in 1995 after it sat on the lot for 15 months. It has the 3.9L V6 which has performed flawlessly. It has not had any major problems in 7 years. The only minor problem that I've had is the transmission started only in neutral until the neutral safety switch was replaced. Other than replacing tires and batteries, no other maintenance has been performed that isn't routine, preventative maintenance. I would recommend that other consumers buy the limited slip differential if buying 2WD to help traction in the rain and snow.
Dakotas for life
Dakotasforlife, 08/20/2003
1994 Dodge Dakota Sport 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.9L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Fun to drive and the most reliable vehicle ever built I haved owned an 87 Dakota and ran it for 396000 miles it was still running when it crashed but not worth saving so I moved on to a 94 Sport with extended cab and have had no problems in my 45000 miles.
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- Sport Regular CabMSRP: $4,500920 mi away
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94 Dakota SLT V8
BJCjr, 01/24/2004
1994 Dodge Dakota SLT 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.9L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Vehicle has been extremely reliable since buying new. Chrysler repainted vehicle due to paint peeling after warranty expired, but had to work through dealer and regional rep to get it completed. Gas Gauge sending unit has been replaced 4 times, still doesn't work sometimes, A/C won't hold charge, Chrysler can't find problem. Radiator leaked less than 2 years after owning, finally replaced after 6 years.
Yankee Plumber's 1994 Dakota Truck
Yankee, 05/22/2008
1994 Dodge Dakota SLT 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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We purchased used in 1996 with 45,000 on it. It has been dependable and easy for the Mrs. to drive. It handles well. It has in the last two years started to peal paint. The Mrs. feels safe in this vehicle. We both like the size of the vehicle. I am not a tall man and it was "just right" to get to my tools in the back. I like the fact that I can Lock up the more expensive tools in the cab and especially that the rain can not rust the tools while inside.
Old but still running
William Rosamond, 07/04/2019
1994 Dodge Dakota Sport 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.9L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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I bought this car from my grandparents with 220,000 miles on it, engine and transmission still run strong, just had a litter of the west park on the roof, very nice and reliable truck, 10 out of 10 would recommend. And as of right now my truck has 231,686 miles
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Best Truck Ever
Cooper, 11/29/2019
1994 Dodge Dakota 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.9L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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Ive driven my 1994 Dodge Dakota every day to and from work and it has never failed me. Ever. I was gifted this truck at 182,000 miles, and Im now at 210,000 miles and have put less than 40 dollars into it thus far.
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Tough Tittle Dodge
tarfee, 08/17/2006
1993 Dodge Dakota LE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.5L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
This truck is just the right size for me. I drive my full size truck very little now. The Dakota is comfortable and drives well. It has a real seat in the extended cab a real plus to other smaller trucks. The body is rock solid and tough. Keep the touch up paint handy however or the paint will fly off. I have had no mechanical problems. The transmission is like most Dodges, it shifts down very often even will just a light load. One of my favorite trucks to own.
money pits
Joe , 02/25/2021
updated 08/09/2021
1993 Dodge Dakota LE 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB (3.9L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 5 people found this review helpful
i swear i just recently purchased one of these pos about a month ago. todays date is February 24th 2021. and i tell you never invest in one of these. dont even take it as a gift. i originally bought it because it had very low miles (98,000) original miles. it was very clean too. that was all it had. i have only driven this thing a handful of times since I've owned it and those times were to have it repaired. not only is it almost impossible to repair, but the parts for this thing are IMPOSSIBLE to find. since purchasing this pos i am never buying a dodge vehicle again. and for the record ANYTHING American made is garbage....
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Nice truck
p_s_xpress, 06/13/2005
1994 Dodge Dakota SLT 2dr Regular Cab LB (3.9L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
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I bought this truck because of the design and size, not too big, not too small. Has been a reliable truck, a few repairs here and there, but no major repairs other than a clockspring replacement in the steering wheel.