Faults:

Alternator died at 98,000.

Tranny cooler lines began to leak slightly at 112,000.

No other problems other than routine brakes, tune-ups, etc.

General Comments:

This was my first Dodge, and I have to admit that I was concerned about Dodge quality, especially the automatic transmissions in '95 models, but I put over 90,000 miles on top of the 34,000 on it at the time of purchase, and it ran perfectly the whole time. Now, I should say that I ran only Mobil 1 full-synthetic oil in it, and I believe that stuff works miracles. This truck was comfortable, built solid, had more than enough power, rode smooth, was quiet, and an all-around awesome truck.

The only reason I don't have it still is that someone t-boned me while running a stop sign, and rolled me over twice, totaling the truck. This happened at 115,000+ miles, and the tranny was still rock solid, and the engine compression was still at factory specs! (thanks, Mobil 1). I have heard horror stories about Durango's and a few other Dodge vehicles, but I miss my Dakota; it treated me as well as I treated it.

Faults:

Computer was bad when bought, was replaced before bought, but still not working right.

Transmission leaking, but all it needs is an o-ring.

Tachometer reading wrong. (maybe computer)

General Comments:

This truck has got great power for a mid-size truck.

Front seats are really comfortable, but back seat is very cramped and uncomfortable.

Handles really good in the snow w/o ABS and it is only 2wd.

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

My truck is one of best trucks around. It hauls ass and gets me from point A to B, and a lot of the time point C. With the 318 under the hood, it has lots of power and speed. Everyone should have one.

Faults:

Seat belt drivers side latch wouldn't release. Air condition evaporator core shot at 78000 miles. And computer went out under warranty and was promptly replaced by dealership.

General Comments:

We had 36 inches of snow. No other vehicles were out, but the Dakota went through it. It has enough power to pull a horse trailer, but is nimble enough to drive around town. Also for 4x4 v-8 it gets around 17 miles per gallon regularly. I have been very pleased with this vehicle. If Dodge made a Dakota with a small turbo diesel I would wait in line for it. I have owned 25 vehicles, and this ranks in top 5. Just rolled over 114k miles still no troubles, and now regularly pulling a 30 foot camper around. Come on Dodge put a cummins in the dakota. I will be waiting in line to buy it.

Faults:

Transmission went out. Local Dodge Dealer opened it and told me it would cost $2100.00 just for parts.

HA! I don't think so. So now I have to search for a used transmission.

General Comments:

Also earlier in the year I spen $1600.00 on various things like timing chain etc...