1992 Dodge Dakota Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 6%of 216 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the body and structure of the 1992 Dodge Dakota, 6% of the 216 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The paint is peeliling off. I called the dealership when it first happened and they siad that this was the first they heard of any problems and said we had to pay for it ourselves. Now the majority of the paint is gone and rusting throughout the whole vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10062289, filed 2004-03“The door assembly on the driver-side failed when the lower hinge collapsed into the door. This caused the door to be misaligned, preventing the latch from engaging latch bolt. The fuel gauge reads 1/4 shortly after fueling and will stay their until the tank is almost empty. The radiator core fins disinegrated and/or fell out of the radiator, causing the engine to overheat.”
NHTSA complaint #754980, filed 2001-11“Vehicle frame is disintergrating, breaking off in big chunks, in tire frame from cab back must be replaced. This vehicle has been garage kept for 8 of its 10 years. The vehicle has had the salt washed off frequently during the winters also. This must be a defect in the frame material. Dt”
NHTSA complaint #769284, filed 2002-11“Body sheet metal breakage where lower door hinges are welded, both sides of vehicle. Repair shop advises typical on Dodge Dakota and door could possible fall off while driving. Cost to repair each door approx $400.”
NHTSA complaint #746895, filed 2001-06“While driving the vehicle developed a vibration . When the vehicle was put in reverse there was a loud bang. The mechanic stated the transmission mounts failed.”
NHTSA complaint #10019329, filed 2003-05Related service bulletins
- 10220995Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
- 10139596Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 4 | 4% |
| 2007 | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 | 12 | 4% |
| 2005 | 9 | 2% |
| 2004 | 7 | 3% |
| 2003 | 8 | 3% |
| 2002 | 18 | 3% |
| 2001 | 11 | 2% |
| 2000 | 8 | 1% |
| 1999 | 11 | 2% |
| 1998 | 19 | 3% |
| 1997 | 14 | 3% |
| 1996 | 18 | 10% |
| 1995 | 20 | 10% |
| 1994 | 7 | 4% |
| 1993 | 11 | 8% |
| 1992 | 13 | 6% |
| 1991 | 5 | 4% |
| 1990 | 4 | 6% |
| 1989 | 4 | 6% |
| 1988 | 3 | 5% |
| 1987 | 3 | 15% |
Other parts of the 1992 Dodge Dakota
110 complaintsBrakes
36 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Dodge Dakota
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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