2006 Dodge Dakota vs 2008 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 | 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2008 Dodge Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 284 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 54 | 53 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–17 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,900 mi | 56,312 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Dakota | Dodge Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 125 | 29 |
| Steering | 47 | 17 |
| Power Train | 36 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 11 |
| Suspension | 25 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 4 |
| Structure | 12 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2006 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.