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2010 DODGE DAKOTA Safety Overview

The 2010 DODGE DAKOTA has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 7 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Power train:driveline:differential unit

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for DODGE DAKOTA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2010 DODGE DAKOTA 19V018000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Da...

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 19V018000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/15/2019
2010 DODGE DAKOTA 18V021000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenge...

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 18V021000: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/9/2018
2010 DODGE DAKOTA 16V352000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 truck...

These 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 equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 16V352000: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/24/2016
2010 DODGE DAKOTA 15V313000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge R...

In 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 resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 15V313000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/27/2015
2010 DODGE DAKOTA 13V038000

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27,...

If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.

NHTSA Recall 13V038000: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/6/2013
2010 DODGE DAKOTA 12V474000

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2010, Ram 1500 and Dodge Dakota trucks, manufacture...

If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.

NHTSA Recall 12V474000: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/2/2012
2010 DODGE DAKOTA 12V420000

NBC Truck Equipment, Inc.

Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.

NHTSA Recall 12V420000: Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/28/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.