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The worst 1993 Dodge Dakota problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Brakes24
- Transmission20
- Engine12
- Steering12
- Body11
- Electrical8
- Seat belts8
- Suspension8
- Seats7
- Fuel system6
- Acceleration4
- Locks4
- Tires4
- Visibility4
- Airbags1
- Lights1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Dodge Dakota
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Some of the ABS equipped vehicles were built with an undersized brake return check valve. In incidents where hard brake pedal effort is applied on low friction road surfaces, like rain covered streets, the valves may fail, causing the ABS to become inoperative. This creates excess brake pedal travel and may cause the ABS warning light to come on.
- Risk
- Lack of front wheel ABS could cause the front wheelbrakes to lock, increasing stopping distance which may result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the return check valve with the correct valve.
Recall number 93V082000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1993 Dodge Dakota
Defect investigations
Steering column separation
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the federal safety agency by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that agencyfurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(g), the federal safety agency has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge ram series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition is denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.
DP03002
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Dodge Dakota 29
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Valve Body
- Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve
- Frame cracking
- Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- Subject regarding child seat tether anchors
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- Subject on the child seat tether anchors
- Information on child seat tether anchors
- Information regarding front brake caliper mounting to steering knuckle thread repair
1993 Dodge Dakota fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | RWD | 19 | 25 | 22 |
| 3.9L 6‑cyl | RWD | 11-14 | 13-20 | 12-16 |
| 3.9L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 13-14 | 17-18 | 14-15 |
| 5.2L 8‑cyl | RWD | 11-13 | 16-17 | 13-14 |
| 5.2L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 11 | 16 | 13 |
What 1993 Dodge Dakota owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 dodge dakota. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer stated that the ignition switch was faulty. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Tl*the contact's daughter owns a 1993 dodge dakota with firestone firehawk atx tires. He stated that while his daughter was driving 40 MPH, she experienced a blowout on the rear passenger side tire. The blowout caused the vehicle to fall into a ditch; in addition, there was damage to the vehicle the front passenger side tire. The purchase date and tire failure mileage were unknown. The failure mileage was 105,618 and the current mileage was 105,621.
Consumer had a 1993 dodge dakota and a noise was heard from the front suspension of the vehicle. Owner had to replace the upper ball joints after 32,000 mi. Consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer, and was told that the noise that was being heard was normal. Provide further details.
While driving, the hood blew into the windshield. The manufacturer denied the claim.
Vehicle is well maintained and cared for. Large chucks of paint peeling from hood momentarily distract or startle driver and have caused situations where an accident was just barely avoided. The last incident a large sheet of the paint covered the driver's side windshield obstructing the operator's view during rush hour traffic on the highway. Operator was able to avoid collision by hitting brakes and turning onto the roadside grass, after jumping curb and narrowly missing a guard rail damage to the truck was a broken ball joint and a bent control arm. It could have been worse had the vehicle overturned! The affected paint has been sanded and primed but other spots continue to peel up .
The consumer worked for a government agency and was forced to drive a decommissioned vehicle. While driving at 55 MPH, the consumer heard a loud explosion. The consumer inspected the vehicle and found that the catalytic converter had separated from the muffler. The consumer suffered permanent hearing damage do to the explosion.
I bought a used 1993 dodge dakato in april of 96, at the time of purchase the paint was already flaking off in large pieces(blue/silver), and the transmission had been rebuilt once(60,000 miles). Since the time of purchase all of the paint is gone off the hood and roof, the transmission has been completely rebuilt again($1803.00), and I replaced the overhead cam sensor 2x within 10 days.I contacted dodge about the paint flaking and they offered no help.
The driver noticed smoke, opened the hood and viewed the engine on fire. *ph
While driving and applying the brakes, the ABS locked up the front wheel, but the rear wheel kept turning. The dealer stated it was normal . *ak the consumer almost wrecked 4-5 times when slippery. The master cylinder was found leaking and the ABS diagnostic module failed. *sc
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Questions about the 1993 Dodge Dakota
Is the 1993 Dodge Dakota reliable?
Owners have filed 134 complaints about the 1993 Dodge Dakota, fewer than a typical Dakota model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Dodge Dakota?
Brakes, with 24 complaints. Next is transmission (20).
How many recalls does the 1993 Dodge Dakota have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Dodge Dakota brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 93V082000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Dakota have bad brakes?
The Dodge Dakota model years with the most brakes complaints are 2000 (263 complaints), 2002 (213 complaints) and 2001 (130 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1993 Dodge Dakota get?
Official estimates for the 1993 Dodge Dakota range from 12 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 19 city and 25 highway.
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