The front left power window stopped working. Found out it was the window regulator, which can not be replace for approx 1 month due to the part is on back order. Every place I have called, has had at least 3 complaints of this failure, which I believe is a manufacturing defect, if all at once they are all breaking in this truck. I read through your complaints on this website, and noticed there were some with the same problem. Would like to know if the manufacture plans on a recall of this part.
2001 Dodge Dakota visibility complaints
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2001 dodge dakota driver seat steel bracket broke. *kb the power seat adjuster cracked in half. The consumer was told the damaged occurred when the rivet was fastened to the bracket. The left front power window regulator was replaced.
My 2001 dodge dakota 4x4 was purchased in september 2004 with 54,000 miles on it. Right before christmas 2004 the heater core went out. I would have had to pay $900 for this repair but I talked the dealership into giving me "shop rate" of $500. Less than 10,000 miles later the heater core again needed replaced. The part was under chrysler warranty, but the labor was not. Again the dealership worked with me and they took care of the cost of labor. Now at 80,000 miles the heater core again is needing replaced.
Dt*: the contact stated the power windows are inoperable. The dealership and manufacturer were alerted but no repairs have been made. Updated 3/28/2006 -
The consumer has replaced the heater core in his 2001 dodge dakota five times. *nm when the consumer received his vehicle back, he found the repair to be insufficient. The consumer discovered that the dealer created other problems on the vehicle.
Heater core failure. Truck has 44,000 miles on it and the heater core failed. Coolant was sprayed throughout entire vehicle. Visibility was reduced to zero.
The windshield wipers on my dodge 2001 quad cab hits on the hood as the wipers go back and forth motion. This is leaving a wear mark in the metal on the hood from where it continously hits. I informed my dealer where I bought the vechicle and they laughed at me. The problem is still taking place since I bought the vechile in 2001.
Main concern is brakes. The front calipers are sticking and the rotors are warping which is causing the truck to pull one way or the other when stopping. On slick roads the truck will turn sideways on a fast stop and now they have to be pushed almost to the floor board to get them to work. I told them something was wrong the day I bought it after about 20 miles of ownership it took many phone calls and 8 months to get them to fix it and the day I picked it up we drove it and still was not right so they kept it 2 more days and late it is not working again. Windshield wiper on right side at very end does not touch window on all of the dakota trucks which when in use it skips across the window. It makes a loud noise when using and can not see out that side of front window because of the skipping. There are many other things wrong with this truck but the brakes, wiper and drivetrain ( more so on the brakes ) is a lot of peoples problems. With the brakes like they are it makes for a very unsafe truck. I could get rid of it but could not live with myself knowing how unsafe the brakes are on this truck. I think I got a lemon and wish they would just take this truck back. If I knew how to do it I would. I am disable and can't trust this truck. I can show you on the web where many people are having brake and other problems. The fix they came up with is quality aftermarket brake parts. I did not buy a 20k truck to fix myself. It should at least last a year. I have another dodge truck with none of this kind of problem and its a 1994 with over 100000. Also the back brakes don't even feel like they are working. I have anti lock on the back but not the front and when they tried to fix the front I was told they put anti lock pads on it and that's not what I have. *ak
Dodge dakota heater core defective for the 3rd time. Leaking anti-freeze on the interior of vehicle. The first time it happened, the windshield fogged up so bad I almost got into an accident on the interstate. Had to roll down window and stick head out to avoid traffic. The second time it went out was during a vacation to connecticut. Same exact situation as the first time. Happened in newburgh, new york. This third time it happened in front of the dodge dealership. It is going in on monday for replacement. The first 2 times it was covered, but this time I am afraid I am going to have to pay 500-1000 to fix it. How can let this keep happening. It is a known defect. Hundreds of others are in the same shoes I am in. One guy is on his 4th heater core with only 9,000 miles on the truck. I bought that truck in good faith, and I feel they should fix the problem the first time in good faith. Not the 3rd, 4th or more. Please help.
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall 03v389000 repairs concerning dashboard wiring harness. The repairs were done, but vehicle was still having problems with windshield wipers/ horn/ interior and exterior lighting systems. The dealer was asking consumer to pay $500 to diagnoses and resolution of the problem. Consumer was requesting a call back.
Heater core leaks hot (200f+)engine anti- freeze on drivers foot while driving. Mine has failed three times in 34,00 miles. If my wife had been driving with sandal's it would have scalded her foot and may have caused her to loose control of truck!!!!!!!!! Additionally, the window fogged up to the point of complete loss of ability to see forward, had to open side window to pull over and clean fogging off windshield.
Noticed antifreeze smell coming out of heater vents and steam fogging up windshield and side windows, this is the third failure of heater system. Was told by service mgr that cooling system was conducting electrical charge. Dealer had grounded cooling system after second failure but after 5 months heater core failed again. Called chrysler consumer relations and filed a complaint case # 11323644 talked with dealer on 07 june 03 chrysler is sending field rep out to look at truck was told they don't want to buy back truck due to mileage.
Currently my dodge dakota is being serviced at town and country dodge for the 12th time for the blower motor going out since I purchased it in september 2000. I have had other possibly related issues-HVAC control lights going out, headlight accessory panel going out, door alarm malfunctioning, and cigarette lighter inoperable. The truck has been in the shop for approximately 56 cumulative days for the above listed issues. Cannot defrost / defog windows without blower motor. No heat in the winter. No air-conditioning in the summer - not even the fan works to circulate air. At times the problem is intermittent - leaving me stranded when its raining/snowing. Vehicle is completely unpredictable even though the dealership has "fixed" it (for sure this time) 11 times prior to me dropping it off today.
When the rear door was closed, the windshield cracked.
The vehicle was leaking antifreeze. *jb the window had fallen on the consumer foot. Scc
The consumer experienced problems with (possibly)the ball joints. While he is driving there is a clunking sound that gets worse when turning on curves. The dealer has been contacted and stated that this is a common problem with this model and is unable to help. Ts other problems are as followed: the vehicle will slide/skate over any bump/uneven surface and corner, noise in front end/passenger side front wheel/passenger side window, the engine light was on-found evap leak, bad gas cap, rear brake drums are hopping, ABS light on, internal mail relay and valve plug shorted, and front inner brake pad spring clips bent out of shape. The consumer requests the following: refund of the purchase of the vehicle, lessen the bank payments for the time of use, and apply a refund towards the purchase of a new dodge ram. Scc
Consumer states that vehicle pulls to the left when driving, on numerous occasions the vehicle has jerked to the left in such a manner as to take control away from the driver, it was found that the tires had never been balanced, a front end mechanic informed consumer that there was a problem with the front end of the vehicle, consumer states that now the front tires jump or cup during sharp turns to the left, the rear end was also replaced.
Taken to dealership several times,but they find no problems.also rate of speed has been up to 55 miles when not working. No safety defect listed.
No air flows through vents from outside vehicle. You can tell because, when driving with windows up, no air comes inside with dial set for vent. Blower moves air around, but won't bring air in. Took to dealer, they said it's normal since they drove another new vehicle and it does the same. Possible hazard because of potential carbon monoxide buildup in unvented vehicle?
The problem that I have with this truck is the windows all fog/frost up including the front windshield. The defroster/heater is not sufficiant enough to clear the windows. I have brought this to the attention of the dealership several times and have requested the cancelation of my contract with them. I feel that it is very unsafe to travel this way but have had to several times. If I roll the windows down it will clear the fog off but does not clear the frost but as soon as I roll the window back up they fog/frost up again.
In cold weather conditions side windows become fogged and frosted which impairs driver's vision.
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