2010 Dodge Dakota vs 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
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 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 53 | 17 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–17 | 15–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 49,900 mi | 31,770 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Dakota | Ford Explorer Sport Trac |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 16 | 3 |
| Power Train | 7 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 2 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 4 |
2010 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.