2004 Dodge Dakota

$1,500
from
28
listings
$2K–$18K
price range
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Low$1,500
High$17,999
From$1,500
Avg Mileage155,357 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 28 active dealer listings as of

2004 Dodge Dakota Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,500
$2K–$18K
28 listings155,357 avg miles
Big Horn
From$4,700
39 listings|$5K–$18K
Laramie
From$5,995
16 listings|$6K–$14K
SLT
From$1,500
96 listings|$2K–$16K
ST
From$2,695
34 listings|$3K–$14K
SXT
From$4,000
10 listings|$4K–$11K
Sport
From$1,250
22 listings|$1K–$13K

2004 Dodge Dakota Pricing

Price Trend

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$3K$4K$5K$7K$8KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$2,995
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Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

High Concern

With 2 recalls and 206 complaints, the 2004 Dodge Dakota rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
206
Complaints
11
Crashes
6
Fires
Recall Findings
08E0640002008-20-10
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

SKF IS RECALLING 2,805 HUB UNITS, PART NO. BR930361, SOLD AS A SERVICE PART FOR 1997-2004 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES AND 1999-2003 DODGE DURANGO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2-WHEEL DRIVE & REAR AXLE ABS. DUE TO A SPECIFICATION ERROR, THE ROTOR PILOT FOR THE HUB UNIT MAY BE TOO LONG. THIS RESULTS IN THE WHEEL TO NOT BE SEATED FULLY AGAINST THE HUB FLANGE FACE DURING MOUNTING.

IMPROPER SEATING OF THE WHEEL CAN RESULT IN EXCESSIVE VIBRATION, BRAKE ROTOR NOISE, DIFFICULTY REMOVING THE WHEEL AFTER INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE, AND POSSIBLY WHEEL-END SEPARATION DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. SHOULD WHEEL-END SEPARATION OCCUR, THE DRIVER COULD LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

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04V2160002004-05-05
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE MOTOR MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO WATER INTRUSION THAT COULD CAUSE INTERNAL CORROSION AND RESULT IN PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPING CAPABILITY.

DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2004 Dodge Dakota's biggest weak point? STEERING. It leads 206 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Steering56
02Suspension26
03Air Bags14
04Electrical System13
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic12
206 total across 1 model years (2004–2004)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

14–17mpg combined
·
13-15city
·
17-20hwy
·
$2,600-$3,150/yr

Fuel economy for the 2004 Dodge Dakota ranges from 14 to 17 MPG combined across 8 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
16mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 2WD - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
13 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Manual 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
14mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2004 Dodge Dakota

39States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 38 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2004.

2004 Dodge Dakota: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2004 Dodge Dakota a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2004 Dodge Dakota. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2004 Dodge Dakota?

Yes, 2 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2004 Dodge Dakota?

Fuel economy ranges from 14 to 17 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $662 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2004 Dodge Dakota?

STEERING problems top the list with 206 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2004 compare to other Dodge Dakota years?

Each Dodge Dakota model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Dodge Dakota overview page.

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