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2008 Dakota ST Crew Cab Pickup Safety Ratings

This Wagon was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.
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2008 Dodge Dakota ST Crew Cab Pickup Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)

Rollover Resistance Rating Static Stability Factor Dynamic Test
4 of 5 1.19 No-tip

Crash Test Ratings

Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side 5 of 5 Front Occupant 5 of 5
Passenger's Side 5 of 5 Rear Occupant 5 of 5

Crash Test Data

Frontal Impact Head Injury Criterion Chest Deceleration Femur Load
Driver's Side 292 HIC 33g 1214lbs | 931lbs
Passenger's Side 384 HIC 34g 512lbs | 184lbs
Side Impact Thoratic Trauma Index Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant 27 41
Rear Occupant 37 34

2008 Dakota ST Crew Cab Pickup Safety Features

• Child Seat Lower Anchorage• Adjustable Upper Belt - Front• Pretensioner
• Energy Management Feature• Integrated Saftey Belt• Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt
• Advanced Air Bag Features• Rear Seat Head Restraint• Trunk Release
• Tire Pressure Monitor
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