2001 Dodge Dakota problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2001 Dodge Dakota get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Dodge Dakota at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 18 highway).

Q: How much is a 2001 Dodge Dakota worth?

Comparable 2001 Dodge Dakota listings run roughly $1,150–$5,500, typically around $2,833 (from 41 vehicles).

2001 Dodge Dakota at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints686

Combined15 mpg

Typical price$2,833

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2001 Dodge Dakota recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2001 Dodge Dakota.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Dodge Dakota common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 686 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Child Seat

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2001 Dodge Dakota MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg

City13 mpg

Highway18 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$4,164

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2001 Dodge Dakota worth?

Low

$1,150

Typical price

$2,833

High

$5,500

From 41 comparable 2001 Dodge Dakota listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Dodge Dakota costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,820

Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,000

Total$22,820

Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($2,833) with the same model 4 model-years older ($1,217), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.