Trim Report

Dodge Dakota SLT2004

Includes:DAKOTA|SLT
$1,500
Starting From
96
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 96 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,500
Max $16,496
From $1,500
Fresh

SLT Market Overview

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 SLT Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Dakota SLT

Location data for all 2004 Dodge Dakota trims combined

39States

10% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 39 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2004 Dodge Dakota trims

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
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Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2004 Dodge Dakota trims

14–17mpg combined
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13-15city
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17-20hwy
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$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)

2004 Dodge Dakota SLT FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SLT compare to other Dodge Dakota trims?

Every Dodge Dakota trim targets a different buyer. The 2004 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2004 Dodge Dakota SLT?

The SLT shares its core mechanicals with other Dodge Dakota trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for steering issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2004 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Dodge Dakota SLT?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Dodge Dakota SLT year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Dodge Dakota overview compares all years side by side.

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