2003 Dodge Dakota: whining or grinding noise

Filed Mar 29, 2005 · Suspension · PA

Rear brakes howl in reverse. Dealer stated needs break in. At 41.000 miles, still howls. Recall on upper ball joints received in february. As of 03-29-05, dealer states there is a 2 month backorder on parts for repair.

Filed Jun 3, 2004 · Acceleration, Engine · WI

Various problems with 2003 dodge dakota. *mr there were backfires at times, the pedal would barely move at stop signs, when backing out, the vehicle would stay in second gear for a long period of time and the consumer would have to let off of the gas pedal then shift into high gear, sometimes the vehicle wouldn't shift into overdrive, then as soon as it started to misfire, the vehicle would drop to overdrive, the cruise control was inoperative, there was a whine and or howl in the rear differential around 50 MPH, the engine light would never come on, sometimes the shift lever would be placed in park and the vehicle would start, at times when shifting to reverse or drive, the vehicle would not move and the would have to be jerked around on the shift lever, the heater controls were inoperative, and there were noises when the lights on the radio were turned on. The valve on the transmission was change and helped the vehicle, but sometimes when the vehicle was shifted up or down in gear it would be a problem. *sc

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · CA

We have recently submitted a claim to the bureau of automotive repairs. Our truck has been in the shop 6 times for the same and new problems. We bought this vehicle in june with 12 miles on it. They recently had our vehicle for 3 days in a row and wanted to keep it for a 4th day, however we declined. Below please find a list of the problems: 1) loud howling noise when backing up in reverse 2) slips out of gear when in reverse or drive 3) idles roughly 4) occasionally dies when backing in reverse or going forward 5) wheel well guards are starting to peel away 6) runs in the paint job 7) there was electrical wiring issues 8) transmission issues

Filed Jan 4, 2004 · Suspension · 8,976 miles · NM

Rearend whines under power from 50-60 MPH and while decelerating from 45-40 MPH.

Filed Nov 13, 2003 · Brakes · NE

Purchased a 2003 dakota quad cab in july 2003. When I test drove the truck I noticed a howl in the rear brakes when backing up. The dealership admitted that it was an issue but that dodge was working on a solution and that they would add me to their list. My truck was worked on per tsb 0050603. A couple of weeks later the noise returned. I took my truck into the dealership and I was informed that dodge has told them to not work on the trucks that they are working on a solution but do not know why the problem persists.

Filed Sep 25, 2003 · Acceleration, Brakes · 20 miles · PA

The day I brought my 2003 dodge dakota quad cab home, I noticed a howling noise coming from the rear brakes when in reverse. Took it back to dealer to find out what was the cause and for it to be repaired. Service manager said that the breaks needed to be broken in and then the noise would stop. Took truck back for oil change after 3000 miles and informed service manager that the truck was still making howling noise. Told me there was a service bulletin on this problem and that as soon as the parts came in he would call . I'm still waiting. Also I am having transmission problems. When I am climbing a grade the transmission seems to get stuck in second gear. I have to let off the gas for it to shift. Sometimes the shift is very harsh and at other times it misses a gear altogether. Truck has a hard time maintaining set speed when cruise control is set. Seems to wait too long to shift to bring the truck up to speed

Filed Aug 12, 2003 · Brakes · 70 miles · AL

Rear brakes make a howling sound when in reverse.

Filed Aug 12, 2003 · Brakes · 2,459 miles · AL

Brakes squeal and howling sound.

Filed Aug 12, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 2,459 miles · AL

Brakes squeal and howl, engine idels rough with A/C off in drive (wants to stall).