1991 Dodge Dakota service brakes, hydraulic problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1991 Dodge Dakota — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The abs brakes malfunctioned, resulting in an extended stopping distance, there have been replacements made under warranty, the indicator lights comes on when driving and in hot weather the light stays on, the dealer cannot duplicate the problem. *ak consumer stated dealer did not try to duplicate…”
filed Jul 15, 1998
“On normal road conditions, while driving, the vehicle vibrates when applying the brakes the vehicle bucks. The brake system also kicks in without pedal application while driving. Drums, pads and cylinders replaced on 7/24.97. Problem still exists. *ak”
filed Jul 25, 1997
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Information regarding front brake caliper mounting to steering knuckle thread repair. *tt
050399 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 23, 1999
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Dakota years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Dakota | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 Dakota | 4 | 4% |
| 2007 Dakota | 4 | 3% |
| 2006 Dakota | 15 | 5% |
| 2005 Dakota | 67 | 14% |
| 2004 Dakota | 21 | 10% |
| 2003 Dakota | 44 | 15% |
| 2002 Dakota | 177 | 26% |
| 2001 Dakota | 118 | 17% |
| 2000 Dakota | 248 | 31% |
| 1999 Dakota | 85 | 13% |
| 1998 Dakota | 68 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1991 Dodge Dakota
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.