2011 Dodge Dakota SXT/SLT
VIN: 1D7RW3GP7BS614101 | 2011 | FCA US LLC | WARREN, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
2011 Dodge Dakota SXT/SLT — 4.7L 8 Cyl, 4x4, Automatic. Pickup.
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57/100
Safety & Recall Score: Fair
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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
⚠ 6 open recalls (high)
⚠ 44 owner complaints
⚠ 15+ year old vehicle
✓ VIN fully verified
VIN Decoded
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- Type: TRUCK
- Body: Pickup
- Plant: WARREN, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
6 Open Recalls- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge...
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep...
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to...
Owner Complaints
44 filed with NHTSA- Many Dodge vehicle models experience failure of illumination for...
- The backlighting on the instrument cluster is defective. Only...
Fuel Economy
19 MPG Combined- City: 16 MPG
- Hwy: 25 MPG
- Combined: 19 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
Technical Specifications
Vehicle Overview
VIN
1D7RW3GP7BS614101
Model Year
2011
Make
Dodge
Model
Dakota
Trim
SXT/SLT
Series
ND
Body Style
Pickup
Vehicle Type
TRUCK
Doors
Not available
Seats
2-5
Seat Rows
2
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
Automatic
Engine
4.7L 8 Cyl
Manufacturer
FCA US LLC
Plant Location
WARREN, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
Country of Origin
UNITED STATES (USA)
VIN Breakdown
Position 1 — Country
1 → United States
Position 2 — Manufacturer
D → FCA US LLC
Position 3 — Vehicle Type
7 → TRUCK
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor
RW3GP → Dakota SXT/SLT
Position 9 — Check Digit
7 → ✓ Valid
Position 10 — Model Year
B → 2011
Position 11 — Plant Code
S → WARREN, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
Positions 12–17 — Serial
614101 → Production sequence
Engine & Powertrain
Engine Model
Not available
Engine Manufacturer
Not available
Cylinders
8 Cyl
Displacement
4.7 L
Displacement CC
4700.0
Displacement CI
286.81159724524
Engine Config
Not available
Engine Cycles
Not available
Horsepower
Not available
Torque
Not available
Valve Train
Not available
Fuel Injection
Not available
Cooling System
Not available
Engine Brake HP
Not available
Turbocharger
No
Supercharger
Not available
Transmission Style
Not available
Transmission Speeds
Not available
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Electrification
Not available
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Fuel Type Secondary
Not available
Battery Type
Not available
EV Drive Unit
Not available
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Secondary Fuel
Not available
Combined MPG
19 MPG
Combined MPGe
Not available
City MPG
16 MPG
Hwy MPG
25 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,700
5-Yr Fuel Cost
$18,500
GHG Score
Not available
Smog Rating
Not available
CO₂ Emissions
467.7 g/mi
Barrels/Year
15.66
Safety & Driver Assistance
ABS
Not available
ESC
Not available
Traction Control
Not available
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Forward Collision Warn
Not available
Lane Departure Warning
Not available
Lane Keep System
Not available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not available
Blind Spot Intervention
Not available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not available
Parking Assist
Not available
Dynamic Brake Support
Not available
Pedestrian AEB
Not available
Rear Auto Braking
Not available
Auto Reverse System
Not available
Daytime Running Lights
Not available
Adaptive Driving Beam
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Auto High Beams
Not available
Front Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Airbags
All Rows
Curtain Airbags
Unknown
Knee Airbags
Unknown
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Pretensioner
Yes
Brake System
Hydraulic
Steering Location
Not available
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase
Not available
Ground Clearance
Not available
Vehicle Length
Not available
Vehicle Width
Not available
Vehicle Height
Not available
Curb Weight
Not available
Track Width Front
Not available
Track Width Rear
Not available
GVWR
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Doors
Not available
Bed Length
Not available
Cab Type
Crew/Super Crew/Crew Max
Fuel Tank
Not available
0–60 mph
Not available
Towing & Utility
GVWR
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Trailer Type
Not Applicable
Axles
Not available
Axle Config
Not available
Trailer Body
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Wheels & Tires
Front Tire Type
Not available
Rear Tire Type
Not available
Front Wheel Size
Not available
Rear Wheel Size
Not available
Spare Tire Type
Not available
Spare Tire Size
Not available
TPMS
Standard (Federal Req.)
Wheel Material
Not available
Manufacturing & Identity
Manufacturer
FCA US LLC
Manufacturer ID
994
Make ID
476
Model ID
1941
Plant Company
Warren Truck Assembly
Plant City
WARREN
Plant State
MICHIGAN
Plant Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant ZIP
Not available
Dest. Market
U.S., Canada, Mexico, Other Export Market (BUX)
Vehicle Descriptor
1D7RW3GP*BS
GVWR
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls
6
Recall Status
Active recalls found
Overall Risk Level
High Risk
ABS
Not available
ESC
Not available
Traction Control
Not available
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Estimated Market Value
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Market estimate
$9,200–$13,300
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Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
Not available
Front Crash Rating
Not available
Side Crash Rating
Not available
Rollover Risk
4 Stars
Safety Recalls
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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.
No bulletins found
No technical service bulletin records returned for this vehicle.
Finance & Cost Estimates
🔧 Service & Parts for this 2011 Dodge Dakota
$1,560/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr)
$7,800
Maintenance (5yr)
$7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA)
$18,500
Depreciation (5yr est.)
$4,655
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Owner Complaints
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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
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...
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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Maintenance Schedule
Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 7,500 mi
Dodge recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Current
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Additional Tools & Information
Estimated depreciation for this 2011 DODGE Dakota based on vehicle class and age. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
2011
$11,300
2012
$9,900
-12%
2013
$8,800
-22%
2014
$7,700
-32%
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
Insurance
$1,560/yr
20%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
19%
Fuel/Energy
$3,700/yr
47%
Depreciation
$931/yr
12%
Registration
$250/yr
3%
Estimated Total Annual Cost
$7,941/yr
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
6.4
/ 10
Rank #16 overall
49 issues / 100 vehicles
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28/08/2012
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Front Tires
35 PSI
See door jamb
Rear Tires
65 PSI
See door jamb
Spare Tire
60 PSI
Check monthly
Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires
Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.
❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Service AWD/4WD differential and transfer case fluids
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Dodge Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
3yr/36k
Powertrain
5yr/100k
Corrosion / Rust
5yr/unlimited
⚠ At 15 years old, factory warranty coverage has likely expired on this vehicle. A third-party extended warranty may be worth considering.
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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.
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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 — 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 $9,200–$13,300. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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According to EPA data, the 2011 DODGE Dakota gets approximately 19 MPG combined (16 city / 25 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,700.
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