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Dodge Dakota vs. Ford Mustang Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2015 - 2017 Ford Mustang |
Best
137%
Worst
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 2013 - 2014 Ford Mustang |
Best
66%
Worst
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 2010 - 2012 Ford Mustang |
Best
66%
Worst
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 2005 - 2009 Ford Mustang |
Best
45%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Dodge Dakota
| Dodge Dakota Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Both power windows have been repaired but the rest of the truck is flawless. full 2007 Dodge Dakota review |
| 2004 | 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
80K miles and still going great on drivability and roadworthiness full 2004 Dodge Dakota review |
| 2003 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 250-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
R/T . . . Road n` Track , and the name says it all, as it lives up to both ! full 2003 Dodge Dakota review |
| 2003 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Comparted to others I know, my Dakota has had better than average reliability. This has been an exception strong and solid truck, with an exceptional engine and transmission. full 2003 Dodge Dakota review |
| Dodge Dakota Reliability And Durability: Neutral | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Now at 53,000 miles. The steering rack went at 27K, but was fixed under warranty. Other than that, have had zero problems. I change oil at about 4000 mi intervals, and none is used in that time. full 2004 Dodge Dakota review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Dodge Dakota
| Dodge Dakota Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Both power windows have been repaired but the rest of the truck is flawless. full 2007 Dodge Dakota review |
| 2004 | 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
80K miles and still going great on drivability and roadworthiness full 2004 Dodge Dakota review |
| 2003 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 250-horsepower 5.9L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
R/T . . . Road n` Track , and the name says it all, as it lives up to both ! full 2003 Dodge Dakota review |
| 2003 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Comparted to others I know, my Dakota has had better than average reliability. This has been an exception strong and solid truck, with an exceptional engine and transmission. full 2003 Dodge Dakota review |
| Dodge Dakota Reliability And Durability: Neutral | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Now at 53,000 miles. The steering rack went at 27K, but was fixed under warranty. Other than that, have had zero problems. I change oil at about 4000 mi intervals, and none is used in that time. full 2004 Dodge Dakota review |
