1993 Dodge Dakota Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1993 Dodge Dakota.

19921994
Complaints
159
Crashes
15
Fires
10
Injuries
17
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 1993 Dodge Dakota Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Automatic Transmission

Avg mileage:60,000 mi
Crash-related:1
#210 complaints

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Avg mileage:102,000 mi
Crash-related:2
#35 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1993 Dodge Dakota.

Automatic Transmission
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
60,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
102,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
5
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1993 Dodge Dakota — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1993 Dodge Dakota reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 1993 Dodge Dakota has 159 NHTSA complaints, 15 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1993 Dodge Dakota?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (11 complaints, avg 60,000 mi); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (10 complaints, avg 102,000 mi); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1993 Dodge Dakota?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 80,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1993 Dodge Dakota?
NHTSA complaints for the 1993 Dodge Dakota include 15 crash-related reports, 10 fire reports, 17 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1993 Dodge Dakota have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1993 Dodge Dakota as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1993 Dodge Dakota?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Dodge Dakota reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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