Dodge Dakota Touch Up Paint (145 OEM Colors)

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Find Your Dodge Dakota Paint Code

Older Dodge paint codes were placed on top of the radiator support, often obscured by engine grease and oil. Later models list them on the drivers door jamb. The typical format is BS/GBS, but only BS is the color code; it can also appear as QBS, PBS, TBS with the first letter as a confusing Year Code. The G in GBS is not part of the color code. BS corresponds to Deep Water Blue Pearl Clearcoat; lately codes are simply listed as BS.

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Dodge Dakota Paint Info

The Color Breakdown

Dodge really leaned into the "lifestyle truck" vibe with the Dakota, recording a massive 145 colors over its lifespan. They definitely weren't afraid to let you stand out in the parking lot-from the high-visibility Solar Yellow and Hemi Orange Pearl to the deeply sophisticated Intense Blue Pearl Coat and Amber Fire Pearl. Whether you're driving a "50 Shades of Gray" metallic or a truck that looks like a bowl of fruit punch, Dodge gave this mid-size legend plenty of personality.

What to Watch For

If your Dakota is starting to look a little "distressed" on the hood or roof, you aren't alone. These trucks are famous for clear coat peeling, which often starts as tiny, innocent-looking bubbles before the paint decides to go bald. Keep an eye on the horizontal surfaces where the sun beats down the hardest. To get started on a fix, you'll need your paint code. While most modern ones are on the driver's side door jamb, older Dakotas like to play hide-and-seek; you might find the ID tag on the passenger-side floor pan or even the cab back panel behind the seat.

Driveway Repair Tip

Because Dodge loved using pearls and metallics (like Patriot Blue or Graphite Grey), those tiny "sparkles" in your touch-up bottle tend to settle at the bottom like heavy sludge. Shake that bottle for at least two full minutes-long after you think you're done-to wake up the metallic flakes. When using a brush or pen on those common hood chips, remember that less is more. Aim for two or three paper-thin layers rather than one big "blob" of paint. It requires a little patience, but it keeps the repair level with the rest of the truck and looking sharp.

Dodge Dakota Colors by Year

Let us know the year your Dakota was manufactured. We'll eliminate colors that won't match your vehicle.

2011 (11 colors)
2010 (16 colors)
2009 (13 colors)
2008 (12 colors)
2007 (24 colors)
2006 (12 colors)
2005 (14 colors)
2004 (15 colors)
2003 (19 colors)
2002 (11 colors)
2001 (14 colors)
2000 (12 colors)
1999 (18 colors)
1998 (11 colors)
1997 (10 colors)
1996 (13 colors)
1995 (11 colors)
1994 (14 colors)
1993 (14 colors)
1992 (17 colors)
1991 (15 colors)
1990 (11 colors)
1989 (11 colors)
1988 (10 colors)
1987 (10 colors)
1986 (10 colors)

Before you order Dodge Dakota paint

How do I confirm the right color for my Dodge Dakota?

Use the paint code from the Dodge Dakota label and match it to the color page before ordering. The model page narrows the list, but the paint code decides the match.

Where do I find the paint code for Dodge Dakota?

For the Dodge Dakota, start with the make-specific code guidance: Older Dodge paint codes were placed on top of the radiator support, often obscured by engine grease and oil. Later models list them on the drivers door jamb. The typical format is BS/GBS, but only BS is the color code; it can also appear as QBS, PBS, TBS with the first letter as a confusing Year Code. The G in GBS is not part of the color code. BS corresponds to Deep Water Blue Pearl Clearcoat; lately codes are simply listed as BS. If the label is missing, ask a dealer parts department for a VIN lookup before ordering paint.

Why should I use the paint code instead of the color name?

The paint code is safer than the color name. Similar names can appear on different years, models, or makes.

What if the code is missing?

Use the paint code guide, check other label locations, or ask a dealer to look up the code by VIN before ordering.

Can trim, bumper, or finish differences affect Dodge Dakota touch up paint?

Yes. Body paint, trim paint, wheel paint, textured parts, and special finishes can use different materials or codes for Dodge Dakota. Match the exterior paint code for body-color repairs, and verify a separate finish before ordering paint for trim, wheels, or unpainted parts.

What product should I choose for Dodge Dakota repair?

For Dodge Dakota repair, use a pen for tiny chips, a bottle for small chips or short scratches, a spray can for larger areas that can be masked, and PRO sizes for panel or spray-gun work. Choose a kit when the repair also needs primer, clearcoat, sanding, or polishing supplies.