2011 Dodge Dakota

$6,495
from
24
listings
$6K–$18K
price range
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Low$6,495
High$17,999
From$6,495
Avg Mileage114,583 mi
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Sourced from 24 active dealer listings as of

2011 Dodge Dakota Trims

All Trims Combined
From$6,495
$6K–$18K
24 listings114,583 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

2011 Dodge Dakota Pricing

Price Trend

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Dodge Dakota Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 44 complaints, the 2011 Dodge Dakota rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
44
Complaints
8
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
15V3130002015-27-05
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

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.

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12V4200002012-28-08
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

NBC Truck Equipment, Inc. (NBC) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 and model year 2010-2011 trucks equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices, due to overheating.

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

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2011 Dodge Dakota's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 44 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags15
02Power Train6
03Unknown Or Other5
04Engine2
05Service Brakes2
44 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Dodge Dakota Fuel Economy

15–17mpg combined
·
14-15city
·
18-20hwy
·
$2,600-$2,900/yr

Fuel economy for the 2011 Dodge Dakota ranges from 15 to 17 MPG combined across 4 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 - Automatic 5-spd
16mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
15mpg
3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Dakota Pickup 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2011 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 2011.

2011 Dodge Dakota Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2011 Dodge Dakota a good car to buy?

The 2011 Dodge Dakota has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2011 Dodge Dakota?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Dodge Dakota. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2011 Dodge Dakota?

Depending on configuration, the 2011 Dodge Dakota delivers 15–17 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2011 Dodge Dakota?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2011 Dodge Dakota, based on 44 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2011 compare to other Dodge Dakota years?

The 2011 sits at a specific point in the Dodge Dakota lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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