2005 Dodge Dakota Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 32about this part
- Share
- 7%of 470 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 32 complaints about the electrical system of the 2005 Dodge Dakota, 7% of the 470 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles. 6 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle goes in and out of 4 wheel drive and 4 wheel lo on it's own, whether the vehicle is running or not and moving or not. There have been times when I open the door, not unlock, just open, and you can hear the transfer case shifting . Sometime service 4 wheel drive light comes on, other times just 4 wheel indicator and other times no light at all. Though it is a 2005, I only have 80k on it. This has been going on for about 6 months now”
NHTSA complaint #11268221, filed 2019-10, 80,000 miles“While the vehicle is in the running and operational position, aka driving down the road, the key can be removed, by simply pulling it out of the ignition, and the vehicle will remain running, and then there is no way to shut the vehicle off. The ignition switch has been faulty since I bought the vehicle. I am amazed no one has been injured, and even more surprised no recalls for this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10743718, filed 2015-07, 35,000 miles“I was picking up my boys from school when I smelled something burning. Then I saw smoke coming from my drivers side seat. I turned off the heat to the seat. When I got out of the truck, there was a burn mark in the seat and on my jacket.”
NHTSA complaint #11054920, filed 2017-12, 158,580 miles“From about november 2010 until I delivered the truck to thornton road chrysler Dodge to install recall p40, the airbag off and seat belt warnings, with or without a passenger, chimed and the warning lights lit up. Thornton road chrysler installed recall p40 and recalibrated front seat sensors. After I left the dealer, before I was 100 yards from the parking lot, the warning chime and lights came on and they have not gone out since. I am too angry to call the dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #10701065, filed 2015-03, 74,381 miles“I am a tall driver standing 6'9 even with the seat all the way down and all the way back. After inheriting the 2005 Dodge Dakota sxt quad cab pickup truck from my step father that pasted away in october of 2013. I was driving along and my right knee hit the key while in the on position knocking into the auxiliary position turning the truck almost completely off. All the check engine lights came on the AC shut off turned over to heat and started getting very hot inside the truck. …”
NHTSA complaint #10630920, filed 2014-09, 98,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10229256Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other…
- 10221686Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other…
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and…
- 10217514Mar 8, 2017Key Blank With Transmitter The key with an integrated FOB P/N 05183348AA is temporarily unavailable. The supplier is currently working on a functional replacement. Currently, for…
- 10228093May 11, 2016KEY BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER The key with an integrated FOB P/N 05183348AA is temporarily unavailable. The supplier is currently working on a functional replacement. Currently, for…
- 10139704Aug 21, 2014UConnect Hands Free Module Fails To Respond Due To Module Lock Up This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM) if required. The HFM fails to operate causing the…
- 10129011Mar 27, 201356045489A$ - Neutral Safety Switch - Trans Assy 06036369AA Screw and Washer is now available as a service part , 2 required to attach Neutral Start Switch
- 10013708Mar 22, 2005Mil (malfunction indicator lamp) illumination for dtc's (diagnostic trouble codes) p0750, p0755, p0760, p0765, p0846, p0871 or p0841. 2004-2005 jeep cherokee and 2005 chrysler…
- 10012809Feb 17, 2005Mopar accessory remote starter inoperative due to hood switch.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 4 | 9% |
| 2010 | 6 | 17% |
| 2009 | 3 | 17% |
| 2008 | 11 | 12% |
| 2007 | 14 | 10% |
| 2006 | 30 | 11% |
| 2005 | 32 | 7% |
| 2004 | 21 | 10% |
| 2003 | 34 | 11% |
| 2002 | 52 | 8% |
| 2001 | 58 | 9% |
| 2000 | 21 | 3% |
| 1999 | 23 | 4% |
| 1998 | 19 | 3% |
| 1997 | 17 | 4% |
| 1996 | 19 | 10% |
| 1995 | 12 | 6% |
| 1994 | 23 | 14% |
| 1993 | 8 | 6% |
| 1992 | 23 | 11% |
| 1991 | 7 | 5% |
| 1990 | 2 | 3% |
| 1989 | 4 | 6% |
| 1988 | 2 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2005 Dodge Dakota
143 complaintsBrakes
83 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
81 complaintsSuspension
51 complaintsSteering
47 complaintsSeats
41 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Dodge Dakota
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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