2003 Dodge Dakota vs 2003 Toyota Tundra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 295 | 399 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 50 | 135 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–17 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 40,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Dakota | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 100 | 63 |
| Structure | 8 | 150 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 86 |
| Power Train | 38 | 35 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 44 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 34 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 6 |
| Steering | 14 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 21 | 10 |
| Rust / corrosion | 17 | 170 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 5 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 10 |
2003 Dodge Dakota
2003 Toyota Tundra
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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.