1994 Dodge Dakota Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1994 Dodge Dakota. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Dodge Dakota 1994, RAM 1994–1995
Reported issue: While making a turn, the extra keys on a vehicle operator's key ring can become temporarily lodged in the screw access holes in the back cover of the steering wheel.
Possible consequence: This condition can hamper the steering wheel return orcause the ignition to be turned off, resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering wheel back cover with a redesigned cover.
- Suspension › Front › Control armCovers: Dodge Dakota 1994
Reported issue: Some upper control arm attaching bolts can fail due to improper heat treatment. The bolts are too soft to withstand the stresses in the steering system and can break.
Possible consequence: If the attaching bolts of the upper control arm break, the vehicle can experience loss of steering control which could result in an accident.
Remedy: Replace the upper control arm attaching bolts.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › MountingCovers: Dodge Dakota 1994
Reported issue: Two fuel tank support strap attaching studs were not adequately tightened, which could cause one or both of the strap(s) to separate, mislocating the fuel tanks or allow complete separation of the fuel tank from the vehicle.
Possible consequence: In either case fuel tank support strap(s) failure results in fuel leakage which could result in a fire.
Remedy: The fuel tank support strap attaching studs will be properly tightened.
NHTSA investigations
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.