2005 Dodge DAKOTA Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your DAKOTA Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Dodge, so if you own a 2005 DAKOTA take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Dodge to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 2005 DAKOTA Recalls

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 2005 DODGE DAKOTA

    • Recall Announced APRIL 07 2009
    • NHTSA Reference #09E012000
    • Number Affected 16,270

    Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

    Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Recall for 2005 DODGE DAKOTA

    • Recall Announced OCTOBER 06 2005
    • NHTSA Reference #05V460000
    • Number Affected 256,409

    Summary: On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.

    Consequence: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V460000 »

  • AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW Recall for 2005 DODGE DAKOTA

    • Recall Announced JANUARY 05 2005
    • NHTSA Reference #05V002000
    • Number Affected 1,142

    Summary: On certain pickup trucks equipped with the optional side curtain air bag, the curtain fasteners may not have been properly tightened.

    Consequence: This could result in an improper side air bag curtain deployment in certain side crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

    Fix: Dealers will tighten the side air bag curtain fasteners to the proper specification. The recall began on January 17, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V002000 »

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