Front left door snapped off. I can't open the drivers door from the inside. Also, both seat belts snapped, the air and heat doesn't work, the brakes locked up, which affected the steering. The transmission was replaced three timed, the vehicle would loose power and the engine would die. The catalytic converter rattled. There was a rough idle and then the vehicle would stall. The cruise control was inoperative, the tires wore out prematurely. Also, I had difficulty getting the vehicle out of park. The idler arm is in the process of breaking, the ignition broke after the keys became stuck, the fuel pump failed and the bearing and bushing needs to be replaced.
1994 Dodge Dakota fuel system problems
15 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Delivery: fuel pump7
- Storage: tank assembly4
- Storage: fuel gauge system1
- Fuel injection system1
- Carburetor system1
At what mileage
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Dodge Dakota fuel system problems in other years
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- Two fuel tank support strap attaching studs were not adequately tightened, which could cause one or both of the strap(s) to separate, mislocating the fuel tanks or allow complete separation of the fuel tank from the vehicle.
- Risk
- In either case fuel tank support strap(s) failure results in fuel leakage which could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- The fuel tank support strap attaching studs will be properly tightened.
Recall number 94V005000 · Recall details
What 1994 Dodge Dakota owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I have had to purchase at least 3 gas fuel pumps for my 94 dodge dakota for three years in a row. I've taken it to the dodge dealer each time an it seems to be the same problem every time. I only use one gas station when I'm not traveling and just in my neighborhood . I have used the same type of gas 1993 premium and gas station amoco since ownership of the vehicle. The dealer has been very helpful and has not charged me this time for the work. But they can't seem to find out why I'm having this problem with the vehicle. How can I find out if there is some other defective part that might be causing the problem, or find out if there is a defect with the gas fuel pumps for that vehicle. I couldn't find anything on your site.
Consumer states that the power supply to the main computer failed possibly causing a fire under the dash, entire cab caught on fire.
Fuel gauge reading very erratic. Dealer checked wiring from tank to gauge and found no shorted wiring. Also checked operations and found fuel sending unit in tank has contacts shorted causing gauge to read very erratic. This is 5th time sending will be replaced.
The battery feed wire fails and causes the fuel pump to fail by shorting out the chip,thereby raising the costs of repairs.
Vehicle suddenly caught fire while parked and was completely destroyed. Owner believes the fuel injector was faulty.
Fuel gauge sending unit failed due to a design flaw.
The fuel gauge is not operating properly, making it impossible to determine the amount of fuel in the tank. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
When driving the vehicle stalls with no warning due to crankshaft/fuel pum failures, steering wheel back cover plug malfunctioned prior to recall (94v‑145).
Failure on the fuel pump and the sending unit, gas reading is incorrect.
Questions about the 1994 Dodge Dakota fuel system
Does the 1994 Dodge Dakota have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the fuel system of the 1994 Dodge Dakota, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Dodge Dakota fuel system problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Dodge Dakota fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 94V005000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Dakota have the most fuel system problems?
The Dodge Dakota model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1997 (38 complaints), 1995 (17 complaints) and 2002 (17 complaints).
Other 1994 Dodge Dakota problems
Transmission 25Brakes 24Electrical 23Airbags 22Steering 20Engine 14Seat belts 11Seats 11Suspension 9Body 7Acceleration 6Lights 5Tires 5Visibility 4Wheels 4Locks 1
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