Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge dakota. The contact stated that a knocking sound could be heard coming from the brakes whenever they were applied. The vehicle would also jerk during the failures and smoke would be seen coming from the brakes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The manufacturer was notified, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 117,000. Updated 08/31/11 *bf the caliper guide was rubbing causing the brakes to sound like metal on metal. The brakes smoked and became hot three to four times in a period of a year. Updated 09/01/11
2002 Dodge Dakota: jerking or lurching
5 of the 678 complaints about the 2002 Dodge Dakota describe jerking or lurching.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 20,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 12 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Jerking or lurching by model year
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge dakota. While applying pressure to the brakes, the vehicle attempted to stop and then drastically jerked forward. The contact placed the vehicle into neutral. In addition, while approaching a traffic sign, the vehicle jerked forward and crashed into another vehicle. A police report was filed. The vehicle must be shifted into neutral in order for it to completely stop. The dealer stated that he needed to rebuild the transmission, even though the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). However, repairing that component alone would not correct the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000 and current mileage was 90,000.
Two months ago consumer started to notice brake failure. When applying the brakes the car jerked sporadically. The problem steadily got worse. Three weeks later this vehicle started to work properly when applying the brakes. Two days ago, the same problem recurred.
Driving my 2002 dodge dakota (slt 4x4) in a 55 MPH speed limit. Was traveling at 49 MPH. Applied brakes with abnormally slow response, jerking and vibration, resulting in rear-ending the car ahead. Resulted in $5050 damage to my truck and $4781 in damage to the other vehicle. Have had brakes checked twice by the dealership since accident with explaination that the front brakes are disc and the back are drum and that front disc brakes will apply before the rear, and this is the normal operation of these brakes. This truck continues to have a long stopping distance compared to other trucks I have owned. I am now seeing multiple other braking complaints related to this truck. I am in the process of looking for a different vehicle because this one does not feel safe while stopping.
2002 dodge dakota quad cab, vibration in the front end, taken to dealership mult times with no luck, vibration has lasted since truck was new, now 24000 miles later same problem. Truck jerks in gear 1st to 2nd and popping when turns, taken it 2 different dealers, 1 said balance tires (3-4 times) no help, other said power steering pump bad, fix did not help. What can I do 30k+ truck has not been fixed since day one! What do I do from here .
Service bulletins that may apply
- Plate
- Part Description: Seal
- 56045489A$
- Powertrain control module initialization
- 45RFE/545RFE trans - delayed engagement due to cooler return filter replacement
- Powertrain control module initialization
- Customers may complain the vehicle will not shift out of 2ND gear while climbing a grade
- Customers may complain the vehicle will not shift out of 2ND gear while climbing a grade
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift
- What is wrong
- On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
- Risk
- Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 07V555000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2002 Dodge Dakota jerking
Is jerking or lurching a common problem on the 2002 Dodge Dakota?
5 of 678 owner complaints about the 2002 Dodge Dakota (1%) mention jerking or lurching. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2002 Dodge Dakota?
There is 1 recall and 12 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2002 Dodge Dakota
Ball joint 197Headlights 23ABS 22Stalling 22Brake failure 21Harsh shifting 21Premature wear 20Fire or smoke 18Engine failure 17No deployment 16Overheating 15Won't shift 15Wipers 15Grinding brakes 12Knocking 12Pulling 11Check engine light 9Door locks 6Steering noise 6Loss of power 5Misfire 5Tire blowout 5Transmission failure 5
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