TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, HE HEARD A SQUEAKY NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE BOLT JOINTS, TIE ROD AND SWAY BAR WERE MALFUNCTIONING AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,…
2007 dodge Dakota steering problems
moderate 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
2007 DODGE DAKOTA WITH 63700 MILES HAD TIE ROD END FAILURE CAUSING STEERING AND CONTROL PROBLEMS. HAD THIS FAILURE OCCURRED AT HIGHWAY SPEED THERE COULD HAVE EASILY BEEN A SERIOUS AND POSSIBLY DEADLY EVENT. I HAD THE PROBLEM REPAIRED AND CONTACTED DODGE ABOUT THIS. DODGE COVERED ALL EXPENSES ($265.00) AT 65500 MILES I TOOK THE TRUCK IN FOR INSPECTION BECAUSE IT WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT. T…
STEERING IN ANY DIRECTION BECOMES VERY DIFFICULT, INDICATING PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM. I SUSPECT A REPLACEMENT OF THE INTERMEDIATE ARM/SHAFT WILL BECOME NECESSARY AS THE DEALER HAS COMMENTED THAT IT IS A VERY POPULAR ITEM OF REPLACEMENT FOR THIS TRUCK. I AM SCHEDULED FOR SERVICE TOMORROW AT THE DEALER FOR REPAIR. I DO NOT BELIEVE THAT THE STEERING SHOULD FAIL UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CO…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2007 dodge Dakota?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 12 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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