2004 Dodge Dakota transmission problems

Filed Nov 15, 2021 · Transmission · MT

Unknown the four wheel drive was out when I purchased it I didn't realize until later that day when I drove it and tried to engage it. It no longer works and it is a safety hazard to even try and turn on it doesn't engage and makes a noise and catches in some sort of way I believe it may have affected the transmission as well. My safety and the safety of others could be at risk if I try and use the four wheel drive and it's needed for hazardous road conditions in my area like snow and ice

Filed Nov 4, 2020 · Transmission · 202,875 miles · OH

My vehicles drive shaft fell off while making a stop at a red light, the pinon nut had come loose. It was towed to a mechanic's shop, my dad came and reattached it. It still made a whirring sound, at first I was on the way to the mechanic for what I though was a pinon seal leak.

Filed Feb 13, 2020 · Acceleration, Transmission · 150,000 miles · TN

Trans shift solenoid control pack code popped up and does not shift smoothly at all

Filed Oct 6, 2015 · Transmission · 159,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge dakota. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the gear shifted into neutral without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing due to cost. The failure recurred and the contact unplugged the servo motor. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 159,000.

Filed Jul 21, 2009 · Steering, Transmission · 34,000 miles · TN

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge dakota. The contact stated that the steering locks while driving. He took the vehicle to the dealer three different times and they replaced the power steering pump, which did not correct the failure. He then took the vehicle to an authorized automotive engineer and was informed that the universal joint that goes into the yoke was bent when it should be straight. The dealer finally repaired the vehicle, but the contact does not feel safe driving the vehicle. The failure mileage was 34,000 and current mileage was 47,017. Updated 8/27/09 *cn updated 09/09/09

Filed Aug 12, 2008 · Transmission · 53,000 miles · KS

The transmission in my 2004 dodge dakota slt is a piece of crap. First I had to replace the valve body at 53,000 miles, now the torque converter tries to lock too soon (at 30 MPH), which results in the truck shuddering between 30 and 40 MPH. It only occurs under light acceleration. Heavy acceleration keeps the converter from locking.

Filed Jan 29, 2008 · Transmission · 68,000 miles · KS

Clutch failed, vehicle would not start unless push started, was able to drive and shift normally. Vehicle functioned normally upuntill the failure. Brought vehicle to dealer. The pedal rod was bent, after taking my vehicle to the dealer I was told that the clutch master and slave "fell apart in their hands" this is a part that does not fail, should not fail. This vehicle is only 3.5 yrs old. To make matters worse there are no available parts to repair this vehicle. To quote the service manager "there could have been a run on the parts" I believe this warrents looking into to see if this is a faulty part.

Filed Mar 3, 2007 · Suspension, Transmission · 35,791 miles · AL

Vibrating at speeds greater than 50 MPH. Spoke to dodge reference #15238936 the vehicle continues to vibrate after multiple attempts to repair truck at dealers. Tires balanced and rotated, then tires replaced, brakes replaced, shocks replaced. Swapped rims. Serviced transmission, replaced driveshaft and u joints. Pressure balance the tires. Replaced axel bearings and possibly the axel. Replaced ring gear and pinion and all bearings. Multiple alignments.

Filed Feb 24, 2007 · Transmission · 55,000 miles · GA

Transmission defect, will not go into fourth and third gear after initial cold start, truck jerks and makes noise.

Filed Sep 21, 2006 · Engine, Transmission · OH

Consumer would like reimbursement for repairs to there 2004 dodge dakota sport. *kb the radiator failed and resulted in the vehicle overheating. The rear differential failed. The right front axle, axle shaft assembly was worn. Electric engine cooling fan failed which damaged the new radiator.