Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2008 Dodge Dakota recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2008 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns | Park‑it |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| May 24, 201616V352000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement… Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 16V352000
|
| May 27, 201515V313000 | Air bags: frontal driver sideIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants… Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 15V313000
|
Buying a used 2008 Dodge Dakota? Recalls cover the model; a history report checks one car's title, odometer and accident records. VinAudit history report → Sponsored · disclosure
Owner complaints by component91
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 29 | 32 |
| Steering | 17 | 19 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 12 |
| Service brakes | 11 | 12 |
| Power train | 10 | 11 |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 9 |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 8 |
| Suspension | 5 | 5 |
| Wheels | 4 | 4 |
| Structure | 4 | 4 |
| Seat belts | 4 | 4 |
| Hydraulic | 4 | 4 |
| Engine | 3 | 3 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 | 3 |
9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Wheels
“Extended cab doors will not open which makes it impossible to access tire changing tools. Looking on the internet, I've discovered this happens to many dodge dakota extended cab trucks. Vehicle was stationary.”
- Structure
“Driving in our lane on a city street going 40 mph as a vehicle tried to turn into a gas station, crossing our lane right front of us and they did not have enough time to make the turn.”
- Electrical system
“Risk of fire by wrong sized fused in power outlet. I almost burn the truck charging a drone (57w charger) parking and left alone for about 20 minutes, when I back the cabin was filled with smoke.”
Other Dodge Dakota model years
- 20116 recalls44 complaints
- 20107 recalls35 complaints
- 20095 recalls18 complaints
- 20082 recalls91 complaints
- 20074 recalls145 complaints
- 20065 recalls285 complaints
- 20056 recalls470 complaints
- 20041 recall206 complaints
All years: 2011 · 2010 · 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000
Other Dodge models
- 2008 Durango2 recalls97 complaints
- 2008 Grand Caravan8 recalls1,293 complaints
- 2008 Ram 15005 recalls554 complaints
- 2008 Charger5 recalls624 complaints
- 2008 Ram 25007 recalls317 complaints
- 2008 Ram 35009 recalls173 complaints
- 2008 Caravan2 recalls302 complaints
- 2008 Avenger6 recalls844 complaints
- 2008 Challenger3 recalls10 complaints
- 2008 Ram2 recalls25 complaints
- 2008 Caliber0 recalls377 complaints
- 2008 Nitro3 recalls393 complaints
2008 Dodge Dakota recall questions
How many recalls does the 2008 Dodge Dakota have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2008 Dodge Dakota. The most recent, 16V352000 (reported May 24, 2016), concerns air bags. 2 campaigns carry a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2008 Dodge Dakota recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 2 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2008 Dodge Dakota?
Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 29 complaints out of 91 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 5 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2008 Dodge Dakota?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Dodge). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Dodge dealer.
Check a specific Dodge by VIN
Need the factory options too? See the Dodge build sheet & window sticker guide.