Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2004 Dodge Dakota. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗DAIMLERCHRYSLER/WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD CAUSE INTERNAL CORROSION AND RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPING CAPABILITY.
- Consequence
- DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Owner complaints (206)
206 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 206 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 74 | 35.9% |
| Suspension | 45 | 21.8% |
| Service brakes | 23 | 11.2% |
| Electrical system | 21 | 10.2% |
| Power train | 19 | 9.2% |
| Air bags | 15 | 7.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 12 | 5.8% |
| Visibility | 12 | 5.8% |
| Structure | 7 | 3.4% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 2.9% |
How 2004 compares with other Dakota years
Best and worst Dakota years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 806 | 5 |
| 2001 | 678 | 7 |
| 2002 | 678 | 5 |
| 2003 | 296 | 4 |
| 2004 | 206 | 1 |
| 2005 | 470 | 6 |
| 2006 | 285 | 5 |
| 2007 | 145 | 4 |
| 2008 | 91 | 2 |
| 2009 | 18 | 5 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Looking at a 2004 Dakota for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2004 Dodge Dakota FAQ
How many recalls does the 2004 Dodge Dakota have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 04V216000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2004 Dodge Dakota problems?
Owners filed 206 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (74), Suspension (45), Service brakes (23) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2004 Dakota compare with other years?
Among the 2000–2009 Dodge Dakota model years at least five years old, the 2009 drew the fewest complaints (18) and the 2000 the most (806). The 2004 drew 206. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.