2011 Dodge Dakota vs 2011 Dodge Ram 1500
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 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 688 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 68 | 250 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–17 | 15–16 |
| Median reported mileage | 42,000 mi | 78,283 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Dakota | Dodge Ram 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 214 |
| Power Train | 8 | 175 |
| Engine | 3 | 151 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 128 |
| Steering | 0 | 45 |
| Suspension | 1 | 40 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 87 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 51 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 39 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 34 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 30 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 28 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 12 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
2011 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.