1994 Chevrolet K1500 vs 1994 Dodge Dakota
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Chevrolet K1500 | 1994 Dodge Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 100 | 166 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2 | 42 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 33 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 12–17 | 12–22 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet K1500 | Dodge Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 39 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 24 |
| Power Train | 6 | 25 |
| Seats | 19 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 23 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 22 |
| Steering | 1 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
1994 Chevrolet K1500
1994 Dodge Dakota
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.