Dodge Dakota misfire problems

Filed Feb 7, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 28,024 miles · NE

The "security light" on dash was flashing and when it is on the headlights go off and dash lights goes dark and turn signals/brake lights comes on. When security light is off the headlights goes on the dash lights are on and turn/brakes lights goes off. This security light ( on dash) will flash on and off every second or will go on solid - if on solid headlights, dash lights will be off - dome light on and turn/brake lights on. This will happen until vehicle is warmed up to 20 degrees ambient temp. The problem is with the "TCM module" on this vehicle. It does not effect the engine or drive train only the lights ! You can be driving when this happens ! People will thing you are an emergency vehicle or crazy ! This vehicle does not have a "chip" in the keys only a remote keyless entry that is separate from the ignition key...updated 02-28-14 *bf. The consumer stated the security came on and the headlights went off. The vehicle did not die, or misfire. Updated 04/01/14

Filed Jun 22, 2013 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · FL

Vehicle starts to misfire at any RPM will not start,I am a certified tech,coil new,crank sensor new,voltage reading at coil 10.49v on PCM side good bright pulse and consistent. In 1977 dodge was informed not to install asd relay inside computer housing and to make it accessible to replacement. I have an issue with their defiance to do so. It is causing a concern issue of multiple no start conditions where other techs wind up replacing the computers unnecessarily,and in most cases over heat on hot days.after replacing a variety of parts due to lack of testing procedure information and access to malfunctioning relay. The computer is all that is left. All other equipment is in normal operation.fuel pressure is 45psi and good flow.all gauges read normal and no computer codes present.

Filed May 14, 2013 · Acceleration, Body · AZ

Front left door snapped off. I can't open the drivers door from the inside. Also, both seat belts snapped, the air and heat doesn't work, the brakes locked up, which affected the steering. The transmission was replaced three timed, the vehicle would loose power and the engine would die. The catalytic converter rattled. There was a rough idle and then the vehicle would stall. The cruise control was inoperative, the tires wore out prematurely. Also, I had difficulty getting the vehicle out of park. The idler arm is in the process of breaking, the ignition broke after the keys became stuck, the fuel pump failed and the bearing and bushing needs to be replaced.

Filed Apr 21, 2009 · Transmission · 25,000 miles · TN

Dodge dakota slt 2005 misfire in cylinder 5 was the code given. Replaced spark plugs and coil. Did not help, check engine light still on. Took to dealership...they ran diagnostic said it was not the computer there is a misfire. Dealership suggested combustion cleaning (about $200) and if that didn't work then they would replace half of the intake valve locks and if that didn't work they would replace the other half of the intake valve locks (about $1650). They would warranty the work for 12 months or 12,000 miles. The problem is the truck has only 25,000 miles on it now! The truck is almost new in terms of mileage but yet has this issue. I have also come to realize that the "idle low until it almost dies" is another common complaint among these trucks. Obviously, dodge made a hunk of junk and I bought one. After looking at some of the blogs, I see that I am not the only person stuck with an expensive lawn decoration.

Filed Sep 24, 2006 · Engine · 63,213 miles · NC

Loss of engine compression, which resulted in the #3 cylinder misfiring and the check engine light staying on and not able to reset. Vehicle was at the mechanics shop for 2 weeks. After receiving vehicle back, check engine light came on again. When the problem of the #3 cylinder misfire was detected, it was caused by 2 valves being bent, which according to the mechanic was due to a carbon build up in the engine. Vehicle is and always was well maintained and never had any sort of mechanical problem. I am the original owner and purchased new in 2001, only had 63,000 miles on it. According to the dealership parts department, the 4.7l engine is known for a carbon build up around 50,000 miles or so and the problem that I had was not an uncommon one. Was also advised that was one of the kinks that dodge never could correct. Gee thanks! I corrected the problem myself, however, I traded it in on a 2006 toyota tundra. It's no wonder why the american auto industry is in such poor shape!

Filed Jun 25, 2006 · Acceleration, Engine · 17,500 miles · TN

2005 dodge dakota quad cab v8 2wd. Vehicle has been to original dealer 3-4 times. Once to replace the rear brakes under a recall. At least 2-3 times to "fix" a rough idle and a miss at light throttle cruising speed. Original dealer called it a "fish bite." is that a technical term I missed? Another called it "beaming." I guess these are technical terms learned at big city dealer school. Driving at speeds from 25-85 MPH truck seems to run rough. And also seems to have lost some power. Mpg has gone from 18.5 to 15. Have been told everytime "we reset the computer, nothing is wrong, ergo it is "fixed." not finding a problem is not fixing it. Truck still runs rough at highway speed. Have also been told this is "normal." "they all do that." funny how this has just come about in the past 3-4 weeks. But at least the brake problem has not come back. At least one other dealer is willing to look at it again and try to help. Original dealer has offered nothing. I really, really, really hate this truck.

Filed Sep 22, 2005 · Engine, Transmission · TX

2000 dodge dakota developed a misfire in the engine while driving with the cruise control engaged.*mr the consumer stated he recently read where there was a service bulletin out regarding a sensor in the transmission.

Filed Apr 18, 2005 · Electrical, Fuel system · 24,800 miles · TX

My 2002 dodge dakota sxt club cab has been in for service on 2/14/05, 2/23/05, 3/12/05, 3/26/05 and 4/9/05 for misfiring. It has had 3 fuel injectors 2, 3, and 4 replaced because they were leaking, and all the spark plugs replaced every time it has gone into service. To date, 4/18/05, the vehicle was still misfiring. On each occasion, the engine light came on, and each time, the dealership stated it was the same problem. I have had the dealership at my expense to flush the fuel injector system, and have had service automatic transmission. I have also had the dealership , under warranty, to replace a failing master cylinder on 1/26/05. I anticipate I will be back at the dealership sometime this weekend, as I am sure the engine light will come on again.

Filed Aug 16, 2004 · Engine · IL

Problems regarding 2000 dodge dakota. *mr the consumer thought this was an isolated incident. The consumer found that this was a widespread problem. The #5 cylinder misfired due to a cracked cylinder head. The left head and gasket was replaced along with a blown belly pan gasket. The consumer requested his money back. *sc

Filed Aug 13, 2004 · Engine · 130,000 miles · ME

Vehicle is misfireing and losing power. Dealer has no solution to problem.