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โ 6 open recalls (high)โ 44 owner complaintsโ 15+ year old vehicleโ VIN fully verified
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VIN 1D7RW3GP7BS614101 identifies a pickup truck โ the 2011 Dodge Dakota SXT/SLT. This specific unit was assembled at the WARREN, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Dodge's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 4.7L 8 Cyl engine.
This vehicle carries a significant 6 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module, air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module, air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module. All recalls must be repaired by a Dodge dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 25 highway), which represents below-average for its class fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $3750 at national average gas prices.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2011 Dodge Dakota SXT/SLT falls in an estimated used-market range of $18,800โ$24,900. The high recall count may suppress resale value โ factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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Overall RatingNot availableFront Crash RatingNot available
Side Crash RatingNot availableRollover Risk4 Stars
Safety Recalls
19V01800015/01/2019
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure...
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger...
18V02100009/01/2018
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina,...
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger...
16V35200024/05/2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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...
Risk: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners....
15V31300027/05/2015
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...
Risk: 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...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and...
12V42000028/08/2012
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.
Risk: Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
Remedy: NBC will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began November 26, 2012. Owners may...
13V03800006/02/2013
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through...
Risk: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with...
Remedy: On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Many Dodge vehicle models experience failure of illumination for...
Many Dodge vehicle models experience failure of illumination for instrument clusters. This creates an unsafe condition for the driver since information presented at the instrument cluster, cannot be...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING10/04/2022
The backlighting on the instrument cluster is defective. Only...
The backlighting on the instrument cluster is defective. Only a portion of the gauges are illuminated. Should this occur for the speedometer then driver will not have a...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER09/07/2021
My truck has a white panel that's fading out,...
My truck has a white panel that's fading out, turning black. The instrument panel is getting hard to read. Pretty soon I won't be able to see how...
ENGINE07/15/2020
BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ABOUT 5 YEARS AGO FROM A...
BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ABOUT 5 YEARS AGO FROM A LOCAL DEALER WITH 28,000 MILES ON IT.THE PREVIOUS OWNER BOUGHT IT NEW.I HAVE ALL THE SERVICE RECORDS OF WHAT...
ENGINE02/26/2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A COOLANT LEAK....
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS03/13/2019
AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING IS NOT WORKING, DRIVERS AIRBAG WILL NOT...
AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING IS NOT WORKING, DRIVERS AIRBAG WILL NOT WORK AND HORN DOESNT WORK ALONG WITH ANY OTHER CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL
SERVICE BRAKES10/01/2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. WHILE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD TO BE...
POWER TRAIN06/12/2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED AN ABNORMAL NOISE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC...
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This vehicle has 6 open recall(s). Use this as leverage — ask the seller to confirm all recalls are resolved or reduce the price accordingly. Unresolved recalls cost dealers time and money to fix.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 44 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,560/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1D7RW3GP7BS614101 decode to?+
VIN 1D7RW3GP7BS614101 decodes to a 2011 DODGE Dakota SXT/SLT, assembled in WARREN, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2011 DODGE Dakota have?+
This 2011 DODGE Dakota has 6 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2011 DODGE Dakota with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a DODGE dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2011 DODGE Dakota?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2011 DODGE Dakota SXT/SLT is estimated at $18,800โ$24,900. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2011 DODGE Dakota get?+
According to EPA data, the 2011 DODGE Dakota gets approximately 19 MPG combined (16 city / 25 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,750.