1998 Dodge Dakota Sport review from North America
"Junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It has a skipping or bucking between 45 and 60 mph since 25,000 miles and the dealer (FOX Auto Mall, Auburn, NY) couldn't find any thing wrong even though I brought it back 3 time for this problem.
The driver's, passenger's windows blew out just by shutting the doors.
A coolant hose got a hole worn in it from a screw that was sticking out from the fire wall.
The battery had to be replaced after 15,000 miles.
The truck eats tires, I have had to replace them 4 times so far.
Had to replace rotors and pads after 40,000 miles.
General comments?
This Dakota has been the worst vehicle I have ever owned. I will never by another Chrysler product again just for the low quality and lack of willingness by Chrysler and FOX Auto Mall to resolve their problems.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8 miles |
| Most recent distance | 73000 miles |
| Previous car | GMC Sierra |
| Date of Entry | 19th February, 2003 |