1999 Dodge Dakota body problems

Filed May 16, 2014 · Body · 115,690 miles · KY

I had bought the truck in feb of 2013 from a private seller and I had noticed the driver side was leaning a bit more than the rest of the truck, so I crawled under and lo and behold I noticed that the frame was rusted so bad that the cab mounts was almost gone , and I got to looking and the whole entire frame from front to rear was rusted really really bad. I have never seen a frame rust that bad with 110000 miles .

Filed Aug 30, 2013 · Body · 31,250 miles · IN

Kept truck inside since purchase in 2/25/99 until the fall of 2009. Parked truck outside until present time. Truck only has 32,217 miles on it. My complaint is that all the clearcoat is coming off or peeling all over the truck. Have used mother's brand soap for clear coat finishes. Have 93 t-bird and 32 ford which both have clearcoat and have no problem. Have seem 3 other red dodges with the same problem. I think dodge should stand behind their product, since the basecoat and clearcoat was not applied right. Since the truck only has 32000 miles on it. Please reply. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 4, 2010 · Body · 96,000 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge dakota. The contact stated that the cable that holds the spare tire broke causing the tire to fall off while driving 25 MPH. The bracket that was connected to the cable has excessive rust which also caused it to break. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the failure and the manufacturer stated that there were no recalls and he would be responsible for the repairs. The contact stated that the failure could potentially cause a major crash to occur. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 96,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2009 · Body, Suspension · 134,467 miles · MO

Faulty weld at front lower control arm[rt side] control arm weld failed from inadequate penetration nearly resulting in loss of wheel and crash. No evidence of any damage to any other part of vehicle to cause weld failure.

Filed May 23, 2005 · Body, Suspension · NM

Upper ball joints on passenger side is making loud poping sounds and paint on hood is coming off. Have been unable to have it looked at by someone because of disability.

Filed Jan 13, 2005 · Body, Suspension · DC

Dodge dakota 1999 ball joints failed and had to be replaced. Consumer wants to know why wouldn't a recall be issued on the 98 -99 not just the 2000-2005 models. *bf the consumer stated that the manifold bolts snapped off in the engine compartment and they needed to be removed.

Filed Nov 12, 2003 · Body · FL

Dodge dakota top paint wearing off and back windshield leaking 1999 club cab

Filed Jul 17, 2000 · Body · GA

Upon trying to trade in this vehicle, I was informed that it had been repainted. The dealership informs that that it was a factory defect. However, the value of the vehicle has decreased greatly due to this. I was offered $7,000 as a trade in value. The dealer would like to repaint, but I feel they should replace. No safety defect listed in summary.

Filed Mar 19, 2000 · Body · OH

The front bumper has begun to rust.

Filed Oct 29, 1999 · Body · SC

The structure is bleeding through the paint. Vehicle showing black/brown spots that look like beginning of rust. Been in contact with dealer & manfacturer. Offered to buff vehicle. Was also informed general manager will be in touch & so far has not.