Model year guide

2008 Dodge Dakota

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Dodge Dakota is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 47 on record.

2008 Dodge Dakota — representative photo
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2008 Dodge Dakota at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints91
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$9,314

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 Dodge Dakota recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V352000 · 24/05/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 200…

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on…

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #15V313000 · 27/05/2015

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 drive…

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for C…

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.

2008 Dodge Dakota common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
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.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
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.

2008 Dodge Dakota MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,919

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

What's a 2008 Dodge Dakota worth?

Low
$3,600
Typical price
$9,314
High
$13,995

From 46 comparable 2008 Dodge Dakota listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Dodge Dakota costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,595
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,850
Total$25,445
Per mile$0.34

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 ($9,314) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,457), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Dodge Dakota trims & engines on record

Trims
SLT · SXT · Laramie · BigHorn · ST/SXT · ST · Sport · TRX
Engines
4.7L 8-cyl · 3.7L 6-cyl

2008 Dodge Dakota vehicles on record

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Other Dodge Dakota model years

2011 2010 2009 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1987

2008 Dodge Dakota — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Dodge Dakota have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Dodge Dakota. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Dakota?

Based on 91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Dodge Dakota get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Dodge Dakota at about 16 mpg combined (15 city / 19 highway).

How much is a 2008 Dodge Dakota worth?

Comparable 2008 Dodge Dakota listings run roughly $3,600–$13,995, typically around $9,314 (from 46 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.