Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 1801305 | 04/19/2005 | 1801305A | 10015058 | Idle fluctuation/diagnostic trouble codes. *tt | 05/17/2005 |
| 05002 | 04/28/2005 | 10015075 | New water pump for 3.7l engine - no longer common with 4.7l. advanced service information #05-002. *tt | 05/17/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 04010 | 04/22/2004 | 10006995 | Lower radiator hose clamps that may not be positioned in the proper location. *tt | 05/21/2004 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 1802406 | 07/21/2006 | 10020194 | Engine cylinder misfire or ignition coil malfunction during heavy rain or car wash. *tt | 08/09/2006 | |
| 0422 | 10/01/2004 | 0422R | 10010567 | 5.7l engine long block repair / replace procedures. warranty planning & administration *tt | 12/01/2004 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 1100204 | 02/09/2004 | 1100204A | 10005986 | Exhaust drone. *tt this bulletin supersedes bulletin 11-002-04 dated 02/10/04. *tt | 04/05/2004 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||||
| 2500108 | 01/08/2008 | 10024083 | Positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system freezes in extreme cold ambient temperatures -- involves installing revised pcv system components. *nj | 03/06/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | |||
| 03/12/2008 | 50000 | ||
| The car stalls out in rainy conditions and completly dies in car wash. probelm can be reproduced every single time in wet conditions.very dangerous at high speeds and could cause accindents. | |||
| 03/04/2013 | 117000 | ||
| I went out one morning to due my daily running for the day and when i turned the key and the vehicle started it made a sound like the starter was stuck. i turned it off and called my husband and when i started it again there was a loud pecking in the motor. i took it to a local garage and the man listened to it and told me that the noise was coming from inside the motor and that he did not do motor work. so i found another garage and took it to them and they told me that it was the starter that was bad and that they wouldn't be able to get to it for a week or so. so i called the lot that the vehicle was bought from and he sent me to his garage and the man there told me that he would take a look at it and get back to me. well he called the next day and told me that all of the noise was coming from the transmission and that it was the fly wheel so he replaced the fly wheel and the called me back and told me that the tork converter was what was making the noise. that the veins in it was bad and rattling around so i had to wait another three days for the part to come in. after he replaced that part and put it all back together and called me and told me that it was done and that it was still making that noise, and that he could not figure out where it was coming from. he started that he called the dodge garage and talked to the about it and they told him that the crank was bad. and that there was nothing that they could do about it. so i asked them about rebuilding the motor and he laughed at me and told me that if i could find someone that would attempt to rebuild it that he would shake their hand that no one will attempt it. all i could do is have another motor put in it. we have had that 2004 durango 5.7 for only a year and we still owe the bank for the vehicle. and an engine is going to cost us 3400.00 not to mention labor fee for putting it in. | |||
| 03/10/2013 | 164000 | ||
| My 2004 durango has always had the familiar issue of stalling when it rained or went through a car wash, but on march 10 that all ended. my husband went out to take my car to a meeting and heard loud clunking sounds. the car would not start. we eventually learned the engine was shot--just like that. there was no warning whatsoever. now we are now stuck with replacing the engine for around $5000. this is crazy!! i can't believe all of the problems this model has faced--and no recall!! i am just lucky i wasn't driving with my young daughter when it happened. something needs to be done before someone is hurt badly. | |||
| 04/10/2012 | 70000 | ||
| I started my car to go to work and the car was making a knocking sound. i had my husband check the oil and other fluids and they were fine. towed my car to a dealership repair shop and they said the engine threw a rod and was no good any more. i just paid 15,000 for this car 6 weeks before and now i have no vehicle. the warranty company said they would not cover it because there wasn't enough miles. i have been on a lot of different sites and they have numerous complaints for this. they have recalled other cars for this same reason. when you call dodge they just give you the run around. | |||
| 03/12/2008 | 50000 | ||
| The car stalls out in rainy conditions and completly dies in car wash. probelm can be reproduced every single time in wet conditions.very dangerous at high speeds and could cause accindents. | |||
| 03/04/2013 | 117000 | ||
| I went out one morning to due my daily running for the day and when i turned the key and the vehicle started it made a sound like the starter was stuck. i turned it off and called my husband and when i started it again there was a loud pecking in the motor. i took it to a local garage and the man listened to it and told me that the noise was coming from inside the motor and that he did not do motor work. so i found another garage and took it to them and they told me that it was the starter that was bad and that they wouldn't be able to get to it for a week or so. so i called the lot that the vehicle was bought from and he sent me to his garage and the man there told me that he would take a look at it and get back to me. well he called the next day and told me that all of the noise was coming from the transmission and that it was the fly wheel so he replaced the fly wheel and the called me back and told me that the tork converter was what was making the noise. that the veins in it was bad and rattling around so i had to wait another three days for the part to come in. after he replaced that part and put it all back together and called me and told me that it was done and that it was still making that noise, and that he could not figure out where it was coming from. he started that he called the dodge garage and talked to the about it and they told him that the crank was bad. and that there was nothing that they could do about it. so i asked them about rebuilding the motor and he laughed at me and told me that if i could find someone that would attempt to rebuild it that he would shake their hand that no one will attempt it. all i could do is have another motor put in it. we have had that 2004 durango 5.7 for only a year and we still owe the bank for the vehicle. and an engine is going to cost us 3400.00 not to mention labor fee for putting it in. | |||
| 03/10/2013 | 164000 | ||
| My 2004 durango has always had the familiar issue of stalling when it rained or went through a car wash, but on march 10 that all ended. my husband went out to take my car to a meeting and heard loud clunking sounds. the car would not start. we eventually learned the engine was shot--just like that. there was no warning whatsoever. now we are now stuck with replacing the engine for around $5000. this is crazy!! i can't believe all of the problems this model has faced--and no recall!! i am just lucky i wasn't driving with my young daughter when it happened. something needs to be done before someone is hurt badly. | |||
| 04/10/2012 | 70000 | ||
| I started my car to go to work and the car was making a knocking sound. i had my husband check the oil and other fluids and they were fine. towed my car to a dealership repair shop and they said the engine threw a rod and was no good any more. i just paid 15,000 for this car 6 weeks before and now i have no vehicle. the warranty company said they would not cover it because there wasn't enough miles. i have been on a lot of different sites and they have numerous complaints for this. they have recalled other cars for this same reason. when you call dodge they just give you the run around. | |||
| 03/04/2013 | 117000 | ||
| I went out one morning to due my daily running for the day and when i turned the key and the vehicle started it made a sound like the starter was stuck. i turned it off and called my husband and when i started it again there was a loud pecking in the motor. i took it to a local garage and the man listened to it and told me that the noise was coming from inside the motor and that he did not do motor work. so i found another garage and took it to them and they told me that it was the starter that was bad and that they wouldn't be able to get to it for a week or so. so i called the lot that the vehicle was bought from and he sent me to his garage and the man there told me that he would take a look at it and get back to me. well he called the next day and told me that all of the noise was coming from the transmission and that it was the fly wheel so he replaced the fly wheel and the called me back and told me that the tork converter was what was making the noise. that the veins in it was bad and rattling around so i had to wait another three days for the part to come in. after he replaced that part and put it all back together and called me and told me that it was done and that it was still making that noise, and that he could not figure out where it was coming from. he started that he called the dodge garage and talked to the about it and they told him that the crank was bad. and that there was nothing that they could do about it. so i asked them about rebuilding the motor and he laughed at me and told me that if i could find someone that would attempt to rebuild it that he would shake their hand that no one will attempt it. all i could do is have another motor put in it. we have had that 2004 durango 5.7 for only a year and we still owe the bank for the vehicle. and an engine is going to cost us 3400.00 not to mention labor fee for putting it in. | |||
| 03/10/2013 | 164000 | ||
| My 2004 durango has always had the familiar issue of stalling when it rained or went through a car wash, but on march 10 that all ended. my husband went out to take my car to a meeting and heard loud clunking sounds. the car would not start. we eventually learned the engine was shot--just like that. there was no warning whatsoever. now we are now stuck with replacing the engine for around $5000. this is crazy!! i can't believe all of the problems this model has faced--and no recall!! i am just lucky i wasn't driving with my young daughter when it happened. something needs to be done before someone is hurt badly. | |||
| 04/10/2012 | 70000 | ||
| I started my car to go to work and the car was making a knocking sound. i had my husband check the oil and other fluids and they were fine. towed my car to a dealership repair shop and they said the engine threw a rod and was no good any more. i just paid 15,000 for this car 6 weeks before and now i have no vehicle. the warranty company said they would not cover it because there wasn't enough miles. i have been on a lot of different sites and they have numerous complaints for this. they have recalled other cars for this same reason. when you call dodge they just give you the run around. | |||
| 03/10/2013 | 164000 | ||
| My 2004 durango has always had the familiar issue of stalling when it rained or went through a car wash, but on march 10 that all ended. my husband went out to take my car to a meeting and heard loud clunking sounds. the car would not start. we eventually learned the engine was shot--just like that. there was no warning whatsoever. now we are now stuck with replacing the engine for around $5000. this is crazy!! i can't believe all of the problems this model has faced--and no recall!! i am just lucky i wasn't driving with my young daughter when it happened. something needs to be done before someone is hurt badly. | |||
| 04/10/2012 | 70000 | ||
| I started my car to go to work and the car was making a knocking sound. i had my husband check the oil and other fluids and they were fine. towed my car to a dealership repair shop and they said the engine threw a rod and was no good any more. i just paid 15,000 for this car 6 weeks before and now i have no vehicle. the warranty company said they would not cover it because there wasn't enough miles. i have been on a lot of different sites and they have numerous complaints for this. they have recalled other cars for this same reason. when you call dodge they just give you the run around. | |||
| 02/23/2013 | 105000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the engine, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where the failure could not be diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the issue. the failure mileage was 105,000. the vin was not available. kmj | |||
| 02/28/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was a loud noise and the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that a rod bearing had malfunctioned and the engine would need to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileage was 120,000. | |||
| 02/23/2013 | 105000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the engine, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where the failure could not be diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the issue. the failure mileage was 105,000. the vin was not available. kmj | |||
| 02/28/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was a loud noise and the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that a rod bearing had malfunctioned and the engine would need to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileage was 120,000. mah | |||
| 02/23/2013 | 105000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the engine was started, it failed. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where the failure could not be diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the issue. the failure mileage was 105,000. the vin was not available. mh | |||
| 02/28/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was a loud noise and the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that a rod bearing had malfunctioned and the engine would need to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileage was 120,000. mah | |||
| 01/02/2013 | 78000 | ||
| These vehicles have serious engine problems. (hemi 5.7l) the engine shut off while driving and almost caused an accident with me and my seven children inside becaus ethe driver behind me didnt see that my vehicle came to a stop and steering wheel locked up. in heavy rains water gets inside somehow and stalls the engine. the engine finally locked up after takinh my truck to numerous of places to see what was wrong and mechanics never seen that the engine was going bad. looking at reports, a lot of people are experiencing engine failure and this is dangerous. please do something before somebody gets hurt. | |||
| 02/27/2013 | 127000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when starting the vehicle there was a loud knocking sound and a rod blew out of the right side of the engine. the contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told there was no assistance for the repair because the engine was out of warranty. the failure mileage and current mileages were 127,000. | |||
| 02/28/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated he started the vehicle and there was a loud noise and the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed a rod bearing had malfunctioned and the engine would need to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileage was 120,000. dt | |||
| 01/02/2013 | 78000 | ||
| These vehicles have serious engine problems. (hemi 5.7l) the engine shut off while driving and almost caused an accident with me and my seven children inside becaus ethe driver behind me didnt see that my vehicle came to a stop and steering wheel locked up. in heavy rains water gets inside somehow and stalls the engine. the engine finally locked up after takinh my truck to numerous of places to see what was wrong and mechanics never seen that the engine was going bad. looking at reports, a lot of people are experiencing engine failure and this is dangerous. please do something before somebody gets hurt. | |||
| 02/27/2013 | 127000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when starting the vehicle there was a loud knocking sound and a rod blew out of the right side of the engine. the contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told there was no assistance for the repair because the engine was out of warranty. the failure mileage and current mileages were 127,000. | |||
| 01/02/2013 | 78000 | ||
| These vehicles have serious engine problems. (hemi 5.7l) the engine shut off while driving and almost caused an accident with me and my seven children inside becaus ethe driver behind me didnt see that my vehicle came to a stop and steering wheel locked up. in heavy rains water gets inside somehow and stalls the engine. the engine finally locked up after takinh my truck to numerous of places to see what was wrong and mechanics never seen that the engine was going bad. looking at reports, a lot of people are experiencing engine failure and this is dangerous. please do something before somebody gets hurt. | |||
| 02/27/2013 | 127000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when starting the vehicle there was a loud knocking sound and a rod blew out of the right side of the engine. the contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told there was no assistance for the repair because the engine was out of warranty. the failure mileage and current mileages were 127,000. kmj | |||
| 08/07/2012 | 124610 | ||
| I was sitting at a stop light at 11pm heard a loud sound and the car wouldnt go any more i managed to get the car to a lot not knowing the oil had leaked out all over the ground i was stuck for 3 hours in the dark and rain waitin for my family to come looking for me i was on my way home from work so i knew the would come lookin for me just so happens i walked off and left my cell on my way to work had the car towed the next day found out something came lose and put a hole in the enegine block i guess that made the oil leak out all at once i bought this car used traded my ford in for it drove it for 7months and havent used it since im still paying notes on it and cant afford to get it fixed cost sooo much begging for rides to and from wok every day bout to go nuts this should be recalled its happened to alot of theses brand of car love my car but its a piece of junk its just apretty boby i need my car fixed!!or i my lose my job somebody do something please! | |||
| 02/15/2012 | 78500 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the engine failed to start. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the contact was unsure of what the exact cause of the failure was. the approximate failure mileage was 78,500 and the current mileage 79,000. | |||
| 02/22/2013 | 125000 | 1 | |
| Had driven truck earlier in day had no issues at all. drove and sounded like it always did!! went to start it that evening to get daughter from school event and it made a horrible noise and wouldn't start! mechanic said it was starter. after 2 days of waiting for a starter that noone keeps in stock! put it on and nothing! mechanic said it was stuck flywheel. he got it to turn over but the motor was knocking very loud!! now i'm without a car because i do not have the money for a new motor!! *tr | |||
| 02/27/2013 | 127000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when they started the vehicle there was a loud knocking sound and a rod blew out of the right side of the engine. the contact stated they spoke with the manufacturer and was told there was no assistance for the repair because the engine was out of warranty. the failure mileage and current mileages were 127,000.rl | |||
| 08/07/2012 | 124610 | ||
| I was sitting at a stop light at 11pm heard a loud sound and the car wouldnt go any more i managed to get the car to a lot not knowing the oil had leaked out all over the ground i was stuck for 3 hours in the dark and rain waitin for my family to come looking for me i was on my way home from work so i knew the would come lookin for me just so happens i walked off and left my cell on my way to work had the car towed the next day found out something came lose and put a hole in the enegine block i guess that made the oil leak out all at once i bought this car used traded my ford in for it drove it for 7months and havent used it since im still paying notes on it and cant afford to get it fixed cost sooo much begging for rides to and from wok every day bout to go nuts this should be recalled its happened to alot of theses brand of car love my car but its a piece of junk its just apretty boby i need my car fixed!!or i my lose my job somebody do something please! | |||
| 02/15/2012 | 78500 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the engine failed to start. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the contact was unsure of what the exact cause of the failure was. the approximate failure mileage was 78,500 and the current mileage 79,000. | |||
| 02/22/2013 | 125000 | ||
| Had driven truck earlier in day had no issues at all. drove and sounded like it always did!! went to start it that evening to get daughter from school event and it made a horrible noise and wouldn't start! mechanic said it was starter. after 2 days of waiting for a starter that noone keeps in stock! put it on and nothing! mechanic said it was stuck flywheel. he got it to turn over but the motor was knocking very loud!! now i'm without a car because i do not have the money for a new motor!! | |||
| 08/07/2012 | 124610 | ||
| I was sitting at a stop light at 11pm heard a loud sound and the car wouldnt go any more i managed to get the car to a lot not knowing the oil had leaked out all over the ground i was stuck for 3 hours in the dark and rain waitin for my family to come looking for me i was on my way home from work so i knew the would come lookin for me just so happens i walked off and left my cell on my way to work had the car towed the next day found out something came lose and put a hole in the enegine block i guess that made the oil leak out all at once i bought this car used traded my ford in for it drove it for 7months and havent used it since im still paying notes on it and cant afford to get it fixed cost sooo much begging for rides to and from wok every day bout to go nuts this should be recalled its happened to alot of theses brand of car love my car but its a piece of junk its just apretty boby i need my car fixed!!or i my lose my job somebody do something please! | |||
| 02/15/2012 | 78500 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the engine failed to start. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the contact was unsure of what the exact cause of the failure was. the approximate failure mileage was 78,500 and the current mileage 79,000. | |||
| 02/22/2013 | 125000 | ||
| Had driven truck earlier in day had no issues at all. drove and sounded like it always did!! went to start it that evening to get daughter from school event and it made a horrible noise and wouldn't start! mechanic said it was starter. after 2 days of waiting for a starter that noone keeps in stock! put it on and nothing! mechanic said it was stuck flywheel. he got it to turn over but the motor was knocking very loud!! now i'm without a car because i do not have the money for a new motor!! | |||
| 12/20/2012 | 115000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango hemi. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the 4x4 light illuminated without warning. the vehicle started to shake violently and then there was a loud noise. the vehicle was towed to the contact's home where it was inspected by an independent mechanic, who advised that a rod had blown through the engine. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 115,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 02/15/2012 | 78500 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine failed without any warning. the contact stated that he diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 78,500 and the current mileage 79,000. dr | |||
| 02/22/2013 | 125000 | ||
| Had driven truck earlier in day had no issues at all. drove and sounded like it always did!! went to start it that evening to get daughter from school event and it made a horrible noise and wouldn't start! mechanic said it was starter. after 2 days of waiting for a starter that noone keeps in stock! put it on and nothing! mechanic said it was stuck flywheel. he got it to turn over but the motor was knocking very loud!! now i'm without a car because i do not have the money for a new motor!! | |||
| 12/20/2012 | 115000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango hemi. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the 4x4 light illuminated without warning. the vehicle started to shake violently and then there was a loud noise. the vehicle was towed to the contact's home where it was inspected by an independent mechanic, who advised that a rod had blown through the engine. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 115,000. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 02/15/2013 | 106000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics. the technician stated that the engine would have to be replaced because the connecting rod had detached from the engine. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 106,000. mah | |||
| 02/22/2013 | 125000 | ||
| Had driven truck earlier in day had no issues at all. drove and sounded like it always did!! went to start it that evening to get daughter from school event and it made a horrible noise and wouldn't start! mechanic said it was starter. after 2 days of waiting for a starter that noone keeps in stock! put it on and nothing! mechanic said it was stuck flywheel. he got it to turn over but the motor was knocking very loud!! now i'm without a car because i do not have the money for a new motor!! | |||
| 12/20/2012 | 115000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango hemi. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds the 4x4 light illuminated without any warning. the vehicle started to shake violently and then heard a loud noise. the vehicle was towed. after getting the vehicle home an independent mechanic inspected the vehicle. they advised her that a rod on the left side blew through the engine. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 115,000. the vin was unavailable. tb | |||
| 02/15/2013 | 106000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics. the technician stated that the engine would have to be replaced because the connecting rod had detached from the engine. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 106,000. mah | |||
| 02/10/2013 | 90533 | ||
| Vehicle started to run a little rough. wife was at a stop light accelerated upon green and heard a loud noise and a jerk. she nursed it home about a mile or so. pulled into the driveway and shut it off and oil was everywhere. i looked around and discovered a hole in the engine block behind the passenger side tire about the size of my fist. have had the durango since it was brand new. its always ran great. we love our durango. very upset that this happened. we do not have much money to spare at months end, but we needed a car so we were forced to go buy another. would like to maybe get the durango fixed. but that might take a little while to get the money now. be nice if chrysler could send me a new engine or something. i have owned a total of 5 chrysler brand vehicles. | |||
| 02/15/2013 | 106000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics. the technician stated that the engine would have to be replaced because the connecting rod had detached from the engine. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 106,000. mah | |||
| 02/10/2013 | 90533 | ||
| Vehicle started to run a little rough. wife was at a stop light accelerated upon green and heard a loud noise and a jerk. she nursed it home about a mile or so. pulled into the driveway and shut it off and oil was everywhere. i looked around and discovered a hole in the engine block behind the passenger side tire about the size of my fist. have had the durango since it was brand new. its always ran great. we love our durango. very upset that this happened. we do not have much money to spare at months end, but we needed a car so we were forced to go buy another. would like to maybe get the durango fixed. but that might take a little while to get the money now. be nice if chrysler could send me a new engine or something. i have owned a total of 5 chrysler brand vehicles. | |||
| 02/15/2013 | 106000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician stated the engine would have to be replaced because the connecting rod had detached from the engine. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 106,000. da | |||
| 02/10/2013 | 90533 | ||
| Vehicle started to run a little rough. wife was at a stop light accelerated upon green and heard a loud noise and a jerk. she nursed it home about a mile or so. pulled into the driveway and shut it off and oil was everywhere. i looked around and discovered a hole in the engine block behind the passenger side tire about the size of my fist. have had the durango since it was brand new. its always ran great. we love our durango. very upset that this happened. we do not have much money to spare at months end, but we needed a car so we were forced to go buy another. would like to maybe get the durango fixed. but that might take a little while to get the money now. be nice if chrysler could send me a new engine or something. i have owned a total of 5 chrysler brand vehicles. | |||
| 06/01/2012 | 94000 | ||
| Went grocery shopping night before. woke up next morning to go to breakfast. went to start durango. heard loud knocking and then it stalled got out and oil was spewing from under the engine. took it to mechanic and had to get a $5500 loan to replace the entire engine due to a thrown rod. | |||
| 02/10/2013 | 90533 | ||
| Vehicle started to run a little rough. wife was at a stop light accelerated upon green and heard a loud noise and a jerk. she nursed it home about a mile or so. pulled into the driveway and shut it off and oil was everywhere. i looked around and discovered a hole in the engine block behind the passenger side tire about the size of my fist. have had the durango since it was brand new. its always ran great. we love our durango. very upset that this happened. we do not have much money to spare at months end, but we needed a car so we were forced to go buy another. would like to maybe get the durango fixed. but that might take a little while to get the money now. be nice if chrysler could send me a new engine or something. i have owned a total of 5 chrysler brand vehicles. | |||
| 06/01/2012 | 94000 | ||
| Went grocery shopping night before. woke up next morning to go to breakfast. went to start durango. heard loud knocking and then it stalled got out and oil was spewing from under the engine. took it to mechanic and had to get a $5500 loan to replace the entire engine due to a thrown rod. | |||
| 02/07/2013 | 71000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact started the ignition and a loud noise emitted from the engine area. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for diagnosis where they advised the contact that the connecting rod fractured, which caused internal damage to the engine. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 71,000. kmj | |||
| 02/08/2013 | 100000 | ||
| Went to start it for work on day and it started making a horrible noise.i got it looked at by a mechanic, was told that the engine had blown. | |||
| 01/12/2013 | 125000 | 1 | |
| Similar to all other complaints i read. was driving the vehicle during rain, engine started ticking. stopped and had it towed to mechanic. bent rod and busted piston. *tr | |||
| 02/07/2013 | 71000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact started the ignition and a loud noise emitted from the engine area. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for diagnosis where they advised the contact that the connecting rod fractured, which caused internal damage to the engine. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 71,000. kmj | |||
| 02/08/2013 | 100000 | ||
| Went to start it for work on day and it started making a horrible noise.i got it looked at by a mechanic, was told that the engine had blown. | |||
| 01/12/2013 | 125000 | ||
| Similar to all other complaints i read. was driving the vehicle during rain, engine started ticking. stopped and had it towed to mechanic. bent rod and busted piston. | |||
| 12/08/2012 | 118523 | 1 | |
| Went to the repair facility to have car looked at code p2302 came up when checking the computer was informed that would need a new pcm replaced with a new factory one and about 3 weeks ago light came back on and when trying to clear it the light blinks and just stays on both times the code p2302 came on the ignition coil for that cylinder was cracked and the plastic was melted. *tr | |||
| 02/07/2013 | 71000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact started the ignition and a loud noise emitted from the engine area. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they stated the connecting rod broke which caused internal damage to the engine. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufactuer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 71,000. js | |||
| 02/08/2013 | 100000 | ||
| Went to start it for work on day and it started making a horrible noise.i got it looked at by a mechanic, was told that the engine had blown. | |||
| 01/12/2013 | 125000 | ||
| Similar to all other complaints i read. was driving the vehicle during rain, engine started ticking. stopped and had it towed to mechanic. bent rod and busted piston. | |||
| 12/08/2012 | 118523 | ||
| Went to the repair facility to have car looked at code p2302 came up when checking the computer was informed that would need a new pcm replaced with a new factory one and about 3 weeks ago light came back on and when trying to clear it the light blinks and just stays on both times the code p2302 came on the ignition coil for that cylinder was cracked and the plastic was melted | |||
| 01/12/2013 | 125000 | ||
| Similar to all other complaints i read. was driving the vehicle during rain, engine started ticking. stopped and had it towed to mechanic. bent rod and busted piston. | |||
| 12/08/2012 | 118523 | ||
| Went to the repair facility to have car looked at code p2302 came up when checking the computer was informed that would need a new pcm replaced with a new factory one and about 3 weeks ago light came back on and when trying to clear it the light blinks and just stays on both times the code p2302 came on the ignition coil for that cylinder was cracked and the plastic was melted | |||
| 01/29/2013 | 110000 | 1 | |
| I bought the vehicle 9-25-12. it ran great until 1-29-13 when went to start it to go to work it made a loud crack like metal snapping. turned out to be to be it snapped a rod and ruined the motor. chrysler is not taking any responsibility for this problem even though it is happening to hundreds of people. this is obviously a motor defect and needs to be addressed. hundreds of people are losing thousands of dollars, most of which can't afford a new vehicle or the cost of the repair. good luck to everyone with this problem. hopefully dodge will do something about this situation and stand behind their vehicles. *tr | |||
| 11/14/2011 | 119000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that an engine rod failed. the contact was trying to reverse from a residential driveway when the failure occurred. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer where it was confirmed that the engine rod had failed. the dealer advised that the engine needed to be replaced and also advised that the failure was uncommon for such low mileage. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 119,000 and the current mileage was 130,000. kmj | |||
| 01/29/2013 | 110000 | ||
| I bought the vehicle 9-25-12. it ran great until 1-29-13 when went to start it to go to work it made a loud crack like metal snapping. turned out to be to be it snapped a rod and ruined the motor. chrysler is not taking any responsibility for this problem even though it is happening to hundreds of people. this is obviously a motor defect and needs to be addressed. hundreds of people are losing thousands of dollars, most of which can't afford a new vehicle or the cost of the repair. good luck to everyone with this problem. hopefully dodge will do something about this situation and stand behind their vehicles. | |||
| 11/14/2011 | 119000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that an engine rod failed. the contact was trying to reverse from a residential driveway when the failure occurred. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer where it was confirmed that the engine rod had failed. the dealer advised that the engine needed to be replaced and also advised that the failure was uncommon for such low mileage. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 119,000 and the current mileage was 130,000. kmj | |||
| 01/29/2013 | 110000 | ||
| I bought the vehicle 9-25-12. it ran great until 1-29-13 when went to start it to go to work it made a loud crack like metal snapping. turned out to be to be it snapped a rod and ruined the motor. chrysler is not taking any responsibility for this problem even though it is happening to hundreds of people. this is obviously a motor defect and needs to be addressed. hundreds of people are losing thousands of dollars, most of which can't afford a new vehicle or the cost of the repair. good luck to everyone with this problem. hopefully dodge will do something about this situation and stand behind their vehicles. | |||
| 11/14/2011 | 119000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that an engine rod failed. the contact was trying to reverse from a residential driveway when the failure occurred. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer where it was confirmed that the engine rod had failed. the dealer advised that the engine needed to be replaced and also advised that the failure was uncommon for such low mileage. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 119,000 and the current mileage was 130,000. kmj | |||
| 01/29/2013 | 110000 | ||
| I bought the vehicle 9-25-12. it ran great until 1-29-13 when went to start it to go to work it made a loud crack like metal snapping. turned out to be to be it snapped a rod and ruined the motor. chrysler is not taking any responsibility for this problem even though it is happening to hundreds of people. this is obviously a motor defect and needs to be addressed. hundreds of people are losing thousands of dollars, most of which can't afford a new vehicle or the cost of the repair. good luck to everyone with this problem. hopefully dodge will do something about this situation and stand behind their vehicles. | |||
| 11/14/2011 | 119000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that a rod blew in the engine. the contact was trying to back out of a driveway at the time. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer and it was confirmed the rod broke. the engine had to be replaced. the dealer stated that it should not have happened with the mileage on the vehicle. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 119,000 and the current mileage was 130,000 | |||
| 01/29/2013 | 111000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated the vehicle made a loud popping noise while she proceeded through an intersection and smoke emitted from underneath the hood causing the vehicle to stall. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that a defective rod made a hole in the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 111,000. | |||
| 01/29/2013 | 111000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated the vehicle made a loud popping noise while she proceeded through an intersection and smoke emitted from underneath the hood causing the vehicle to stall. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that a defective rod made a hole in the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 111,000. mah | |||
| 01/29/2013 | 111000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated the vehicle made a loud popping noise while she proceeded through an intersection, and smoke emitted from underneath the hood causing the vehicle to stall. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic stated a defective rod made a hole in the engine. the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 111,000. li | |||
| 01/19/2013 | 136000 | ||
| I crunk up my vehicle (dodge durango 5.7l) and it threw an rod that busted my engine block and oil pan. | |||
| 01/16/2013 | 117000 | ||
| The vehicle drove fine on 01/15/2013. i went out to start it on 01/16/2013 and there were a really loud metal on metal sound. it sounded like there were rocks in the engine. i quickly shut the engine off. i had it towed to a local repair shop and i was told that the engine failed. a rod broke and put a hole in the block. the vehicle has been serviced regularly and there were no prior issues. no waring light at all. | |||
| 01/23/2012 | 63000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle began to sputter and within one hundred feet the vehicle stalled. the failure recurred every time it rained, snowed or when being driven through a car wash. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that there was a misfire on cylinder number 3. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileage was 63,000. | |||
| 01/19/2013 | 136000 | ||
| I crunk up my vehicle (dodge durango 5.7l) and it threw an rod that busted my engine block and oil pan. | |||
| 01/16/2013 | 117000 | ||
| The vehicle drove fine on 01/15/2013. i went out to start it on 01/16/2013 and there were a really loud metal on metal sound. it sounded like there were rocks in the engine. i quickly shut the engine off. i had it towed to a local repair shop and i was told that the engine failed. a rod broke and put a hole in the block. the vehicle has been serviced regularly and there were no prior issues. no waring light at all. | |||
| 01/23/2012 | 63000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle began to sputter and within one hundred feet the vehicle stalled. the failure recurred every time it rained, snowed or when being driven through a car wash. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that there was a misfire on cylinder number 3. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileage was 63,000. kmj | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 127500 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when the engine was started, it emitted an unusual noise. the contact powered off the vehicle and attempted to restart but to no avail. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic and was not repaired. the failure was diagnosed by the contact as having a seized engine. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure and current mileages were approximately 127,500. | |||
| 01/19/2013 | 136000 | ||
| I crunk up my vehicle (dodge durango 5.7l) and it threw an rod that busted my engine block and oil pan. | |||
| 01/16/2013 | 117000 | ||
| The vehicle drove fine on 01/15/2013. i went out to start it on 01/16/2013 and there were a really loud metal on metal sound. it sounded like there were rocks in the engine. i quickly shut the engine off. i had it towed to a local repair shop and i was told that the engine failed. a rod broke and put a hole in the block. the vehicle has been serviced regularly and there were no prior issues. no waring light at all. | |||
| 01/23/2012 | 63000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle began to sputter and within one hundred feet the vehicle stalled. the failure recurred every time it rained, snowed or when being driven through a car wash. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that there was a misfire on cylinder number 3. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileage was 63,000. kmj | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 127500 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when the engine was started, it emitted an unusual noise. the contact powered off the vehicle and attempted to restart but to no avail. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic and was not repaired. the failure was diagnosed by the contact as having a seized engine. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure and current mileages were approximately 127,500. kmj | |||
| 01/16/2013 | 117000 | ||
| The vehicle drove fine on 01/15/2013. i went out to start it on 01/16/2013 and there were a really loud metal on metal sound. it sounded like there were rocks in the engine. i quickly shut the engine off. i had it towed to a local repair shop and i was told that the engine failed. a rod broke and put a hole in the block. the vehicle has been serviced regularly and there were no prior issues. no waring light at all. | |||
| 01/23/2012 | 63000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated while driving 55 mph the vehicle began to sputter and within one hundred feet the vehicle stalled. the failure recurred every time it rained, snowed, or driving through a car wash. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis was informed that there was misfire on cylinder number 3. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileage was 63,000. dt | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 127500 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when the engine was started, it emitted an unusual noise. the contact powered off the vehicle and attempted to restart but to no avail. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic and was not repaired. the failure was diagnosed by the contact as having a seized engine. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure and current mileages were approximately 127,500. kmj | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 127500 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when the vehicle was started, it made a strange noise. the contact shutdown vehicle and attempted to restart the engine but it failed to start. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic and was not repaired but was diagnosed by the contact as having a seized engine. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure and current mileages were approximately 127,500. mh | |||
| 01/15/2013 | 180000 | 1 | |
| Went out to start in the am and the motor was making a loud banging sound and the whole car was shaking. had it towed to my mechanic and was told the engine blew. now having it towed to another place to put in a jasper motor is going to cost 5000.00. after reading up on this it seems to be a problem that should be looked into. *tr | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 73000 | 1 | |
| I was driving my 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi and all of the sudden i heard a loud clanking noise coming from my engine. i turned it off and called a tow truck to have it towed to a garage. i was told by the mechanic that the engine was dead and it had blown a rod and could not be fixed. it has been maintained at the dealership where i bought it in 2004 up until two weeks ago when i had it inspected and the oil changed. this seems to be a common problem with these engines and something has to be done about it. *tr | |||
| 01/15/2013 | 180000 | ||
| Went out to start in the am and the motor was making a loud banging sound and the whole car was shaking. had it towed to my mechanic and was told the engine blew. now having it towed to to another place to put in a jasper motor is is going to cost 5000.00. after reading up on this it seems to be a problem that should be looked into. | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 73000 | 1 | |
| I was driving my 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi and all of the sudden i heard a loud clanking noise coming from my engine. i turned it off and called a tow truck to have it towed to a garage. i was told by the mechanic that the engine was dead and it had blown a rod and could not be fixed. it has been maintained at the dealership where i bought it in 2004 up until two weeks ago when i had it inspected and the oil changed. this seems to be a common problem with these engines and something has to be done about it. *tr | |||
| 01/15/2013 | 180000 | ||
| Went out to start in the am and the motor was making a loud banging sound and the whole car was shaking. had it towed to my mechanic and was told the engine blew. now having it towed to to another place to put in a jasper motor is is going to cost 5000.00. after reading up on this it seems to be a problem that should be looked into. | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 73000 | ||
| I was driving my 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi and all of the sudden i heard a loud clanking noise coming from my engine. i turned it off and called a tow truck to have it towed to a garage. i was told by the mechanic that the engine was dead and it had blown a rod and could not be fixed. it has been maintained at the dealership where i bought it in 2004 up until two weeks ago when i had it inspected and the oil changed. this seems to be a common proble with these engines and something has to be done about it. | |||
| 01/10/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while backing out of her driveway, a loud strange noise could be heard and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the number eight rod fractured and the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 120,000. | |||
| 04/07/2010 | 92000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact coasted to the side of the road. the vehicle restarted within a few minutes; however, the failure recurred. the contact stated the failure occurred whenever it rained. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and was advised that the wiper cowl needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 92,000. | |||
| 01/14/2013 | 73000 | ||
| I was driving my 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi and all of the sudden i heard a loud clanking noise coming from my engine. i turned it off and called a tow truck to have it towed to a garage. i was told by the mechanic that the engine was dead and it had blown a rod and could not be fixed. it has been maintained at the dealership where i bought it in 2004 up until two weeks ago when i had it inspected and the oil changed. this seems to be a common proble with these engines and something has to be done about it. | |||
| 01/10/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while backing out of her driveway, a loud strange noise could be heard and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the number eight rod fractured and the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 120,000. mah | |||
| 04/07/2010 | 92000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact coasted to the side of the road. the vehicle restarted within a few minutes; however, the failure recurred. the contact stated the failure occurred whenever it rained. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and was advised that the wiper cowl needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 92,000. rvk | |||
| 01/10/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while backing out of her driveway, a loud strange noise could be heard and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the number eight rod fractured and the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 120,000. mah | |||
| 04/07/2010 | 92000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact coasted to the side of the road and let the vehicle sit before restarting it. the vehicle restarted but the failed again. the contact also stated that whenever it would rain. the vehicle would stall. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the wiper cowl needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but they provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 92,000. ap | |||
| 01/10/2013 | 120000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while backing out of her driveway she heard a loud clunk and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. after diagnosis they advised her that the number eight rod fractured and the engine needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 120,000. tb | |||
| 04/07/2010 | 92000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact coasted to the side of the road and let the vehicle sit before restarting it. the vehicle restarted but the failed again. the contact also stated that whenever it would rain. the vehicle would stall. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the wiper cowl needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but they provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 92,000. ap | |||
| 12/27/2012 | 142000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when driving during inclement weather, the vehicle would stall without warning. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic, who advised him that the engine rod penetrated the side of the engine block. the mechanic also advised that the engine would need replacing. the contact called the manufacturer to report the failure but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 142,000. kmj | |||
| 12/21/2012 | 102500 | 1 | |
| My wife started up the vehicle to take our kid to school. when she started it, it was making a horrible clunking noise and vibrating vigorously. she immediately killed it and told me what happened when i got home from work. i started it up and i immediately knew that the engine was gone. the next morning i noticed an oil sheen on the ground in front of the durango. i have read many things online about this problem and would like for dodge to fix my vehicle. i have kept the oil changed in it regularly and done all required maintenance. i am in the military and need this vehicle for my wife. i cannot afford to fix this out of pocket. *tr | |||
| 12/27/2012 | 142000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when driving during inclement weather, the vehicle would stall without warning. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic, who advised him that the engine rod penetrated the side of the engine block. the mechanic also advised that the engine would need replacing. the contact called the manufacturer to report the failure but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 142,000. kmj | |||
| 12/21/2012 | 102500 | ||
| My wife started up the vehicle to take our kid to school. when she started it, it was making a horrible clunking noise and vibrating vigorously. she immediately killed it and told me what happened when i got home from work. i started it up and i immediately knew that the engine was gone. the next morning i noticed an oil sheen on the ground in front of the durango. i have read many things online about this problem and would like for dodge to fix my vehicle. i have kept the oil changed in it regularly and done all required maintenance. i am in the military and need this vehicle for my wife. i cannot afford to fix this out of pocket. | |||
| 12/28/2012 | 81000 | 1 | |
| Started my durango as i had the day before, to a sound similar of rocks having been thrown into the motor. i immediately turned it off thinking there was something, animal or stick, stuck in motor or fan. open hood only to find nothing visibly seen to cause such a noise. started again to the same horrible sound and turned off immediately. called a very reputable neighbor with lifetime experience and working experience in the motor vehicle field. upon starting he immediately knew the problem...that my 81,000 fully maintained dodge durango that i owe 4 months payments on yet, drive 1/2 mile to work daily,with no warning whatsoever had a blown motor due to the fact that a cheap part, below previous dodge quality had been installed and caused this to happen.we had planned on driving out of town to get my daughters eyes checked the day before but was unable to afford the gas during this time of year due to being unemployed losing home and having to take a job three times less pay than previous. thank god daily that we did not because the outcome could have been much worse knowing we could have been traveling on interstate and had this happen. my family has always bought and supported dodge/chrysler vehicles but from this point forward we will no longer support due to the lack of support, quality and care of the dodge/ chrysler industry today! paid for your buyout again! *tr | |||
| 12/21/2012 | 102500 | ||
| My wife started up the vehicle to take our kid to school. when she started it, it was making a horrible clunking noise and vibrating vigorously. she immediately killed it and told me what happened when i got home from work. i started it up and i immediately knew that the engine was gone. the next morning i noticed an oil sheen on the ground in front of the durango. i have read many things online about this problem and would like for dodge to fix my vehicle. i have kept the oil changed in it regularly and done all required maintenance. i am in the military and need this vehicle for my wife. i cannot afford to fix this out of pocket. | |||
| 12/28/2012 | 81000 | ||
| Started my durango as i had the day before, to a sound similar of rocks having been thrown into the motor. i immediately turned it off thinking there was something, animal or stick, stuck in motor or fan. open hood only to find nothing visibly seen to cause such a noise. started again to the same horrible sound and turned off immediatley. called a very reputable neighbor with lifetime experience and working experience in the motor vehicle field. upon starting he immediately knew the problem...that my 81,000 fully maintained dodge durango that i owe 4 months payments on yet, drive 1/2 mile to work daily,with no warning whatsoever had a blown motor due to the fact that a cheap part, below previous dodge quality had been installed and caused this to happen.we had planned on driving out of town to get my daughters eyes checked the day before but was unable to afford the gas during this time of year due to being unemployed losing home and having to take a job three times less pay than previous. thank god daily that we did not because the outcome could have been much worse knowing we could have been traveling on interstate and had this happen. my family has always bought and supported dodge/chrysler vehicles but from this point forward we will no longer support due to the lack of support, quality and care of the dodge/ chrysler industry today! paid for your buyout again! | |||
| 12/26/2012 | 140000 | ||
| I have had my truck since feb of this year and have not had any major problems with it. the only issue that i have had is that when it rains or when we go through the car wash it stalls and acts like it wants to cut off. i informed the dealership where i purchased the car from and was told it was not a major issue and to bring in after the holidays and it was ok to continue to drive it. i have kept the maintenance current and just recently got an oil change. on christmas night, i took my father home who lives about 30 miles away from me and came straight back home and parked the truck. no issues or problems. later the next night, i went out to start it to go to the store and it would not start. it had rained earlier that day and it was cold so i just thought that maybe i needed a jump. it was late so i didnt worry about getting one from anyone. the next morning i got up early to try to start it again and still nothing, so i asked my neighbor for a jump. when he tried to jump my truck it made a horrible noise so we stopped and i called the dealership and told them what happened. they sent two of their mechanics over to my house to try and jump it and they was shocked by the noise they heard. they initially thought it may be the starter and they also verified that all my fluids were full. they ended up towing my truck back to their dealership and a few hours later they called and told me my engine locked up....this was so devastating for me to hear because they told me the repair would be $3000. i have not had the vehicle a year yet and am a single mother of two kids. this problem is very common with the same truck that i have with the hemi engine. i traded my blazer in for this one to be able to have something reliable and really love the truck but cannot believe that there has not been a recall since there have been so many of the same problems | |||
| 12/28/2012 | 81000 | ||
| Started my durango as i had the day before, to a sound similar of rocks having been thrown into the motor. i immediately turned it off thinking there was something, animal or stick, stuck in motor or fan. open hood only to find nothing visibly seen to cause such a noise. started again to the same horrible sound and turned off immediatley. called a very reputable neighbor with lifetime experience and working experience in the motor vehicle field. upon starting he immediately knew the problem...that my 81,000 fully maintained dodge durango that i owe 4 months payments on yet, drive 1/2 mile to work daily,with no warning whatsoever had a blown motor due to the fact that a cheap part, below previous dodge quality had been installed and caused this to happen.we had planned on driving out of town to get my daughters eyes checked the day before but was unable to afford the gas during this time of year due to being unemployed losing home and having to take a job three times less pay than previous. thank god daily that we did not because the outcome could have been much worse knowing we could have been traveling on interstate and had this happen. my family has always bought and supported dodge/chrysler vehicles but from this point forward we will no longer support due to the lack of support, quality and care of the dodge/ chrysler industry today! paid for your buyout again! | |||
| 12/26/2012 | 140000 | ||
| I have had my truck since feb of this year and have not had any major problems with it. the only issue that i have had is that when it rains or when we go through the car wash it stalls and acts like it wants to cut off. i informed the dealership where i purchased the car from and was told it was not a major issue and to bring in after the holidays and it was ok to continue to drive it. i have kept the maintenance current and just recently got an oil change. on christmas night, i took my father home who lives about 30 miles away from me and came straight back home and parked the truck. no issues or problems. later the next night, i went out to start it to go to the store and it would not start. it had rained earlier that day and it was cold so i just thought that maybe i needed a jump. it was late so i didnt worry about getting one from anyone. the next morning i got up early to try to start it again and still nothing, so i asked my neighbor for a jump. when he tried to jump my truck it made a horrible noise so we stopped and i called the dealership and told them what happened. they sent two of their mechanics over to my house to try and jump it and they was shocked by the noise they heard. they initially thought it may be the starter and they also verified that all my fluids were full. they ended up towing my truck back to their dealership and a few hours later they called and told me my engine locked up....this was so devastating for me to hear because they told me the repair would be $3000. i have not had the vehicle a year yet and am a single mother of two kids. this problem is very common with the same truck that i have with the hemi engine. i traded my blazer in for this one to be able to have something reliable and really love the truck but cannot believe that there has not been a recall since there have been so many of the same problems | |||
| 12/15/2012 | 96000 | ||
| Truck cut out would not restart had stopped at an intersection needed to roll to the side of said intersection with no power steering brakes or engine | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | 1 | |
| How many more dodge durango 2004 is it going to take to investigate. chrysler is recalling 2012 vehicles for the same problem, what most of the complaints are about, engine failure, blown rod . is it going to taking someone getting killed to wake you up? seems like someone is not doing their job . doesn't anyone read the complaints other than other 2004 dodge owners? *tr | |||
| 12/15/2012 | 96000 | ||
| Truck cut out would not restart had stopped at an intersection needed to roll to the side of said intersection with no power steering brakes or engine | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | ||
| How many more dodge durango 2004 is it going to take to investigate. chrysler is recalling 2012 vehicles for the same problem, what most of the complaints are about, engine failure, blown rod . is it going to taking someone getting killed to wake you up? seems like someone is not doing their job . doesn't anyone read the cmplaints other than other 2004 dodge owners? | |||
| 12/16/2012 | 124200 | 1 | |
| I have a dodge durango 2004 hemi with approximately 124k miles on it. the car was driving fine for me and my family until this morning when i tried to start my car, it was making a loud noise like there was rocks in the engine. it doesn't start up like normal and if it does you can't even drive it. sounds like the engine is in pieces. i've heard a lot of dodge hemi owner's had a lot of problems with their engine seizing up while they were driving at high speeds and everything just completely shut off on them(very dangerous). a lot of forums that i read online has the exact same problem that i'm having. *tr | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | ||
| How many more dodge durango 2004 is it going to take to investigate. chrysler is recalling 2012 vehicles for the same problem, what most of the complaints are about, engine failure, blown rod . is it going to taking someone getting killed to wake you up? seems like someone is not doing their job . doesn't anyone read the cmplaints other than other 2004 dodge owners? | |||
| 12/16/2012 | 124200 | ||
| I have a dodge durango 2004 hemi with approximately 124k miles on it. the car was driving fine for me and my family until this morning when i tried to start my car, it was making a loud noise like there was rocks in the engine. it doesn't start up like normal and if it does you can't even drive it. sounds like the engine is in pieces. i've heard a lot of dodge hemi owner's had a lot of problems with their engine seizing up while they were driving at high speeds and everything just completely shut off on them(very dangerous). a lot of forums that i read online has the exact same problem that i'm having. | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | ||
| How many more dodge durango 2004 is it going to take to investigate. chrysler is recalling 2012 vehicles for the same problem, what most of the complaints are about, engine failure, blown rod . is it going to taking someone getting killed to wake you up? seems like someone is not doing their job . doesn't anyone read the cmplaints other than other 2004 dodge owners? | |||
| 12/16/2012 | 124200 | ||
| I have a dodge durango 2004 hemi with approximately 124k miles on it. the car was driving fine for me and my family until this morning when i tried to start my car, it was making a loud noise like there was rocks in the engine. it doesn't start up like normal and if it does you can't even drive it. sounds like the engine is in pieces. i've heard a lot of dodge hemi owner's had a lot of problems with their engine seizing up while they were driving at high speeds and everything just completely shut off on them(very dangerous). a lot of forums that i read online has the exact same problem that i'm having. | |||
| 12/10/2012 | 137000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that she started the vehicle and heard a loud noise that sounded similar to several rocks being thrown around under the hood. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the engine would need to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 137,000. kmj | |||
| 12/10/2012 | 95000 | 1 | |
| This morning i went to start my dodge durango and there was a loud bang from the engine. a connecting rod failed on the vehicle and now the engine is not repairable anymore. this is a big safety concern because this could have happened on the highway or in any other every day dangerous situation where the car would be inoperable. such a failure should not happen to a vehicle that has 95k on it. i feel that dodge should own up to a design flaw on the engine, because i have read a number of complaints on the internet about this exact failure at around the same mileage. i have gotten no support from dodge on this issue even calling their customer care only to hear that my car has too many miles for them to help me out. *tr | |||
| 12/10/2012 | 137000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that she started her vehicle and she heard a loud noise that sounded like a thousand rocks beneath the hood. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. she was informed that the engine would need to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 137,000. dt | |||
| 12/10/2012 | 95000 | 1 | |
| This morning i went to start my dodge durango and there was a loud bang from the engine. a connecting rod failed on the vehicle and now the engine is not repairable anymore. this is a big safety concern because this could have happened on the highway or in any other every day dangerous situation where the car would be inoperable. such a failure should not happen to a vehicle that has 95k on it. i feel that dodge should own up to a design flaw on the engine, because i have read a number of complaints on the internet about this exact failure at around the same mileage. i have gotten no support from dodge on this issue even calling their customer care only to hear that my car has too many miles for them to help me out. *tr | |||
| 12/10/2012 | 137000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that she started her vehicle and she heard a loud noise that sounded like a thousand rocks beneath the hood. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. she was informed that the engine would need to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 137,000. dt | |||
| 12/10/2012 | 95000 | 1 | |
| This morning i went to start my dodge durango and there was a loud bang from the engine. a connecting rod failed on the vehicle and now the engine is not repairable anymore. this is a big safety concern because this could have happened on the highway or in any other every day dangerous situation where the car would be inoperable. such a failure should not happen to a vehicle that has 95k on it. i feel that dodge should own up to a design flaw on the engine, because i have read a number of complaints on the internet about this exact failure at around the same mileage. i have gotten no support from dodge on this issue even calling their customer care only to hear that my car has too many miles for them to help me out. *tr | |||
| 12/10/2012 | 95000 | ||
| This morning i went to start my dodge durango and there was a loud bang from the engine. a connecting rod failed on the vehicle and now the engine is not repairable anymore. this is a big safety concern because this could have happened on the highway or in any other every day dangerous situation where the car would be inoperable. such a failure should not happen to a vehicle that has 95k on it. i feel that dodge should own up to a design flaw on the engine, because i have read a number of complaints on the internet about this exact failure at around the same mileage. i have gotten no support from dodge on this issue even calling their customer care only to hear that my car has too many miles for them to help me out. | |||
| 11/19/2012 | 214012 | 1 | |
| I parked the car on saturday evening, didn't drive it until monday morning. on monday morning, i started the car, and it sounded like a box of rocks in the engine compartment. i turned off my radio, and tried it again, with the same result. my husband came out, and told me that there was oil pouring out of under the car. the day and night prior to this incident, it had been raining a lot. normally, i park with the front of the car facing up hill, but had gotten home late, and just pulled straight into my parking spot which put the nose down. after this happened, i did some research on the internet, and saw that this was happening to many 2004 durango owners. i do feel somewhat lucky since my mileage was much higher than some of the other failure mileages. we have always maintained the durango, and had all work done at the dealership. i am so upset about the fact that i didn't drive my durango to its expected 300,000 to 400,000 mile range. i love this vehicle, and it was my graduation present from my husband. now, i have to figure out some other way to get my 5 kids and dogs camping! *tr | |||
| 11/26/2012 | 97150 | 1 | |
| 2004 dodge durango limited 5.7l hemi 4x4 my vehicle was already running for approx 3-5 minutes, warming up, after i had finished working a full 12-hour night shift. time is 0640 hrs, outside temp is approx 30 degrees. vehicle running normal, no alarms, no warning indicators. i was pulling out of driveway of my employment onto the roadway and accelerating on a completely straight roadway. as vehicle was passing 20-25mph and with no fore-warning, heard loud 'bang' from the engine compartment and vehicle started shaking. vehicle's reaction was immediate. violent vibrations, tappings and metal to metal sounds, i immediately shut down the engine and drifted off to side of road. my vehicle has never been pushed or worked hard. never hauled heavy loads or trailored. body is in very good condition and vehicle maintenance has always been performed on regular basis (approx 1000 miles into current oil change). at first i thought i had thrown the serpentine belt, but within seconds i knew it was much worse, shutting off the engine. two checks of the oil level, assured me that there was in fact oil in the engine. there were no external leaks found and there did not appear to be any oil/coolant mixing. after towing the vehicle, to my mechanic, they have since reported what they believe to be as a catastrophic loss of the engine. i have reported this failure to chrysler corp. and they have opened a case number for me, but they have not made any commitment, if they will cover the failure. after some of my own investigating, i have discovered there are numerous complaints, of the exact same nature as my failure, with this identical make/model year and 5.7l hemi engine, with many failures occurring in the 80-120k mile range (my mileage 97k). very angry and upset about this failure, but thankful i was able to safely pull over without any further incident and injury. *tr | |||
| 11/19/2012 | 214012 | ||
| I parked the car on saturday evening, didn't drive it until monday morning. on monday morning, i started the car, and it sounded like a box of rocks in the enging compartment. i turned off my radio, and tried it again, with the same result. my husband came out, and told me that there was oil pouring out of under the car. the day and night prior to this incident, it had been raining a lot. normally, i park with the front of the car facing up hill, but had gotten home late, and just pulled straight into my parking spot which put the nose down. after this happened, i did some research on the internet, and saw that this was happening to many 2004 durango owners. i do feel somewhat lucky since my mileage was much higher than some of the other failure mileages. we have always maintained the durango, and had all work done at the dealership. i am so upset about the fact that i didn't drive my durango to its expected 300,000 to 400,000 mile range. i love this vehicle, and it was my graduation present from my husband. now, i have to figure out some other way to get my 5 kids and dogs camping! | |||
| 11/26/2012 | 97150 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango limited 5.7l hemi 4x4 my vehicle was already running for approx 3-5 minutes, warming up, after i had finished working a full 12-hour night shift. time is 0640 hrs, outside temp is approx 30 degreees. vehicle running normal, no alarms, no warning indicators. i was pulling out of driveway of my employment onto the roadway and accellerating on a completely straight roadway. as vehicle was passing 20-25mph and with no fore-warning, heard loud 'bang' from the engine compartment and vehicle started shaking. vehicle's reaction was immediate. violent vibrations, tappings and metal to metal sounds, i immediately shut down the engine and drifted off to side of road. my vehicle has never been pushed or worked hard. never hauled heavy loads or trailored. body is in very good condition and vehicle maintenance has always been performed on regular basis (approx 1000 miles into current oil change). at first i thought i had thrown the serpentine belt, but within seconds i knew it was much worse, shutting off the engine. two checks of the oil level, assured me that there was in fact oil in the engine. there were no external leaks found and there did not appear to be any oil/coolant mixing. after towing the vehicle, to my mechanic, they have since reported what they believe to be as a catastrophic loss of the engine. i have reported this failure to chrysler corp. and they have opened a case number for me, but they have not made any commitment, if they will cover the failure. after some of my own investigating, i have discovered there are numerous complaints, of the exact same nature as my failure, with this identical make/model year and 5.7l hemi engine, with many failures occuring in the 80-120k mile range (my milage 97k). very angry and upset about this failure, but thankful i was able to safely pull over without any further incident and injury. | |||
| 10/16/2012 | 68000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, he heard an unusual loud noise emitting from the engine with the illumination of the entire instrument panel. the engine was turned off. a certified technician inspected the vehicle and informed that there was a hole within the engine. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the failure mileage was 68,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 11/23/2012 | 117000 | 1 | |
| Went to start car (which ran perfectly well the night prior) and sounded like rocks under the hood. we have been very faithful with oil changes, in fact, had the oil changed just 3 days prior to incident, always done at the dealership, and regular maintenance completed. there were no engine lights or warnings. towed to dealership and informed that a rod was broken/thrown and damaged the long block. now looking at over $6000 for engine replacement. when finding that many others with same car/engine are having the same issues, i am extremely disappointed that a recall hasn't been done, or a consumer safety report issued. had this happened while i was driving, it could have been catastrophic. the manufacturer needs to pony up and deal with this issue. *tr | |||
| 11/19/2012 | 214012 | ||
| I parked the car on saturday evening, didn't drive it until monday morning. on monday morning, i started the car, and it sounded like a box of rocks in the enging compartment. i turned off my radio, and tried it again, with the same result. my husband came out, and told me that there was oil pouring out of under the car. the day and night prior to this incident, it had been raining a lot. normally, i park with the front of the car facing up hill, but had gotten home late, and just pulled straight into my parking spot which put the nose down. after this happened, i did some research on the internet, and saw that this was happening to many 2004 durango owners. i do feel somewhat lucky since my mileage was much higher than some of the other failure mileages. we have always maintained the durango, and had all work done at the dealership. i am so upset about the fact that i didn't drive my durango to its expected 300,000 to 400,000 mile range. i love this vehicle, and it was my graduation present from my husband. now, i have to figure out some other way to get my 5 kids and dogs camping! | |||
| 11/26/2012 | 97150 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango limited 5.7l hemi 4x4 my vehicle was already running for approx 3-5 minutes, warming up, after i had finished working a full 12-hour night shift. time is 0640 hrs, outside temp is approx 30 degreees. vehicle running normal, no alarms, no warning indicators. i was pulling out of driveway of my employment onto the roadway and accellerating on a completely straight roadway. as vehicle was passing 20-25mph and with no fore-warning, heard loud 'bang' from the engine compartment and vehicle started shaking. vehicle's reaction was immediate. violent vibrations, tappings and metal to metal sounds, i immediately shut down the engine and drifted off to side of road. my vehicle has never been pushed or worked hard. never hauled heavy loads or trailored. body is in very good condition and vehicle maintenance has always been performed on regular basis (approx 1000 miles into current oil change). at first i thought i had thrown the serpentine belt, but within seconds i knew it was much worse, shutting off the engine. two checks of the oil level, assured me that there was in fact oil in the engine. there were no external leaks found and there did not appear to be any oil/coolant mixing. after towing the vehicle, to my mechanic, they have since reported what they believe to be as a catastrophic loss of the engine. i have reported this failure to chrysler corp. and they have opened a case number for me, but they have not made any commitment, if they will cover the failure. after some of my own investigating, i have discovered there are numerous complaints, of the exact same nature as my failure, with this identical make/model year and 5.7l hemi engine, with many failures occuring in the 80-120k mile range (my milage 97k). very angry and upset about this failure, but thankful i was able to safely pull over without any further incident and injury. | |||
| 10/16/2012 | 68000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that after starting the vehicle, he heard an unusual loud noise emitting from the engine with the illumination of the entire instrument panel. the engine was turned off. a certified technician inspected the vehicle and informed that there was a hole within the engine. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the failure mileage was 68,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 11/23/2012 | 117000 | ||
| Went to start car (which ran perfectly well the night prior) and sounded like rocks under the hood. we have been very faithful with oil changes, in fact, had the oil changed just 3 days prior to incident, always done at the dealership, and regular maintenance completed. there were no engine lights or warnings. towed to dealership and informed that a rod was broken/thrown and damaged the long block. now looking at over $6000 for engine replacement. when finding that many others with same car/engine are having the same issues, i am extremely disappointed that a recall hasnt been done, or a consumer safety report issued. had this happened while i was driving, it could have been catastrophic. the manufacturer needs to pony up and deal with this issue. | |||
| 11/26/2012 | 97150 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango limited 5.7l hemi 4x4 my vehicle was already running for approx 3-5 minutes, warming up, after i had finished working a full 12-hour night shift. time is 0640 hrs, outside temp is approx 30 degreees. vehicle running normal, no alarms, no warning indicators. i was pulling out of driveway of my employment onto the roadway and accellerating on a completely straight roadway. as vehicle was passing 20-25mph and with no fore-warning, heard loud 'bang' from the engine compartment and vehicle started shaking. vehicle's reaction was immediate. violent vibrations, tappings and metal to metal sounds, i immediately shut down the engine and drifted off to side of road. my vehicle has never been pushed or worked hard. never hauled heavy loads or trailored. body is in very good condition and vehicle maintenance has always been performed on regular basis (approx 1000 miles into current oil change). at first i thought i had thrown the serpentine belt, but within seconds i knew it was much worse, shutting off the engine. two checks of the oil level, assured me that there was in fact oil in the engine. there were no external leaks found and there did not appear to be any oil/coolant mixing. after towing the vehicle, to my mechanic, they have since reported what they believe to be as a catastrophic loss of the engine. i have reported this failure to chrysler corp. and they have opened a case number for me, but they have not made any commitment, if they will cover the failure. after some of my own investigating, i have discovered there are numerous complaints, of the exact same nature as my failure, with this identical make/model year and 5.7l hemi engine, with many failures occuring in the 80-120k mile range (my milage 97k). very angry and upset about this failure, but thankful i was able to safely pull over without any further incident and injury. | |||
| 10/16/2012 | 68000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact started the ignition and an unusual loud noise emitted from the engine with the illumination of the entire instrument panel. the engine was turned off. a certified technician inspected the vehicle and informed that there was a hole within the engine. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the failure mileage was 68,000. the vin was unavailable. js | |||
| 11/23/2012 | 117000 | ||
| Went to start car (which ran perfectly well the night prior) and sounded like rocks under the hood. we have been very faithful with oil changes, in fact, had the oil changed just 3 days prior to incident, always done at the dealership, and regular maintenance completed. there were no engine lights or warnings. towed to dealership and informed that a rod was broken/thrown and damaged the long block. now looking at over $6000 for engine replacement. when finding that many others with same car/engine are having the same issues, i am extremely disappointed that a recall hasnt been done, or a consumer safety report issued. had this happened while i was driving, it could have been catastrophic. the manufacturer needs to pony up and deal with this issue. | |||
| 07/31/2012 | 140000 | 1 | |
| Main bearing spun and lifter stuck on engine. no warning sign with low oil light, no funny noises, the car just died on me after stopping at the bank and starting to pull away. with such a common problem why isn't dodge stepping up to help with these bad engines? it's a shame. *tr | |||
| 07/31/2012 | 140000 | ||
| Main bearing spun and lifter stuck on engine. no warning sign with low oil light, no funny noises, the car just died on me after stopping at the bank and starting to pull away. with such a common problem why isn't dodge stepping up to help with these bad engines? it's a shame. | |||
| 11/04/2012 | 115000 | 1 | |
| While driving the vehicle, it made a loud noise from the engine compartment, a loud banging noise was heard and the engine began to emit smoke filling up the truck cabin. there was very little visibility out the front window, at which time the truck was pulled to the side of the road, avoiding oncoming traffic. *tr | |||
| 11/04/2012 | 115000 | ||
| While driving the vehicle, it made a loud noise from the engine compartment, a loud banging noise was heard and the engine began to emit smoke filling up the truck cabin. there was very little visibility out the front window, at which time the truck was pulled to the side of the road, avoiding oncoming traffic. | |||
| 10/10/2012 | 114114 | 1 | |
| Complete engine failure. from what i am reading and what my mechanic has told me, this is a common failure. besides the financial impact of this defective, faulty engine, it poses a safety hazard to the motoring public when the engine has a total and massive failure, especially if it happens at highway speeds. this vehicle should have a mandatory recall and dodge held responsible for the necessary repairs / replacements. *tr | |||
| 10/10/2012 | 114114 | ||
| Complete engine failure. from what i am reading and what my mechanic has told me, this is a common failure. besides the financial impact of this defective, faulty engine, it poses a safety hazard to the motoring public when the engine has a total and massive failure, especially if it happens at highway speeds. this vehicle should have a mandatory recall and dodge held responsible for the necessary repairs / replacements. | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 80000 | 1 | |
| Wife was driving on highway and car completely shut down, engine, all power. no power steering, no power brakes, nothing. happened multiple times. last time, shut down on highway doing 60mph with multiple children in car. *tr | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 80000 | ||
| Wife was driving on highway and car completely shut down, engine, all power. no power steering, no power brakes, nothing. happened multiple times. last time, shut down on highway doing 60mph with multiple children in car. | |||
| 08/03/2012 | 172000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when he started the vehicle, the vehicle exhibited an abnormal ticking noise. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the lifters would need to be replaced. all sixteen lifters were replaced. after the repair was complete, the ticking noise could still be heard and the contact was advised by the mechanic that there was nothing that could be done about the noise. as the contact drove the vehicle, the oil warning light would illuminate whenever the contact would brake to a stop. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the engine would need replacing. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 172,000 and the current mileage was 179,000. kmj | |||
| 08/03/2012 | 172000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that when he started the vehicle he heard a ticking noise. he had the vehicle towed to a mechanic for diagnosis and was informed his lifters would need to be replaced. all sixteen lifter were replaced. after the repair the ticking noise could still be heard and was told by the mechanic that there was nothing that could be done about the noise. as he drove the vehicle the oil light would illuminate whenever the vehicle was brought to a stop. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for diagnosis and he was informed that the truck would need a new engine. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 172,000 and the current mileage was 179,000. dt | |||
| 09/04/2012 | 100000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated when he started the vehicle he heard a loud noise in the engine. a mechanic stated that a rod in the engine was broken. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 100,000. rvk | |||
| 09/04/2012 | 100000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that he started his engine and heard a loud noise. the contact had a mechanic look at the vehicle and the mechanic stated that there was a rod in the engine that was broke. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 100,000. ap | |||
| 08/27/2012 | 88000 | 1 | |
| I was driving in the pouring rain and all of a sudden my durango started skipping and had a hesitation when giving the gas then stalled suddenly. had to pump gas to restart and continued stalling as soon as it restarted. per shop, 2004-2005 have defective cowl on windshield with huge gap. water is just pouring onto motor causing misfire. this is a known issue and dodge refuses to recall. i have contacted my local dodge dealer who has ordered the part however part has been back ordered for over a month. this is a very dangerous situation. not only is the vehicle stalling suddenly but once it stalls i lose my power steering and barely make it to the side of the road. since this started, i still feel a hesitation/skip in the motor when driving in dry condition. something needs to be done here. why isn't dodge being held responsible for these dangerous issues? *tr | |||
| 08/27/2012 | 88000 | ||
| I was driving in the pouring rain and all of a sudden my durango started skipping and had a hesitation when giving the gas then stalled suddenly. had to pump gas to restart and continued stalling as soon as it restarted. per shop, 2004-2005 have defective cowl on windshield with huge gap. water is just pouring onto motor causing misfire. this is a known issue and dodge refuses to recall. i have contacted my local dodge dealer who has ordered the part however part has been back ordered for over a month. this is a very dangerous situation. not only is the vehicle stalling suddenly but once it stalls i lose my power steering and bearly make it to the side of the road. since this started, i still feel a hesitation/skip in the motor when driving in dry condition. something needs to be done here. why isn't dodge being held responsible for these dangerous issues? | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 128000 | ||
| One day it ran fine then one morning went out to start and it sounded like rattling chains under hood. changed starter...didn't work. mechanic found metal in oil pan. so now we need yo replace whole motor in doing research on it, this is an extremely common problem that dodge refuses to fix. so noe i have no way of getting my 4 children around to their sports and i have a 5th child due in 7 weeks. with no vehicle. thanks dodge. | |||
| 08/27/2012 | 88000 | ||
| I was driving in the pouring rain and all of a sudden my durango started skipping and had a hesitation when giving the gas then stalled suddenly. had to pump gas to restart and continued stalling as soon as it restarted. per shop, 2004-2005 have defective cowl on windshield with huge gap. water is just pouring onto motor causing misfire. this is a known issue and dodge refuses to recall. i have contacted my local dodge dealer who has ordered the part however part has been back ordered for over a month. this is a very dangerous situation. not only is the vehicle stalling suddenly but once it stalls i lose my power steering and bearly make it to the side of the road. since this started, i still feel a hesitation/skip in the motor when driving in dry condition. something needs to be done here. why isn't dodge being held responsible for these dangerous issues? | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 128000 | ||
| One day it ran fine then one morning went out to start and it sounded like rattling chains under hood. changed starter...didn't work. mechanic found metal in oil pan. so now we need yo replace whole motor in doing research on it, this is an extremely common problem that dodge refuses to fix. so noe i have no way of getting my 4 children around to their sports and i have a 5th child due in 7 weeks. with no vehicle. thanks dodge. | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 78500 | 1 | |
| This car ran perfect up until this happened. i went out to start it up one morning and on starting the engine broke a connecting rod on number 7 cylinder,ruining the engine .this is a common complaint with these 2004 durangos with the 5.7 hemi engine. im a retired mechanic with 31 years experience with the transit system in cincinnati,ohio. and i've never seen any engine do this kind of damage for lack of maintenance. this is nothing but poor quality control and cheap over seas parts in these early hemi engines .does someone have to get killed in order to force a recall on these engines???? *tr | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 128000 | ||
| One day it ran fine then one morning went out to start and it sounded like rattling chains under hood. changed starter...didn't work. mechanic found metal in oil pan. so now we need yo replace whole motor in doing research on it, this is an extremely common problem that dodge refuses to fix. so noe i have no way of getting my 4 children around to their sports and i have a 5th child due in 7 weeks. with no vehicle. thanks dodge. | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 78500 | 1 | |
| This car ran perfect up until this happened. i went out to start it up one morning and on starting the engine broke a connecting rod on number 7 cylinder,ruining the engine .this is a common complaint with these 2004 durangos with the 5.7 hemi engine. im a retired mechanic with 31 years experience with the transit system in cincinnati,ohio. and i've never seen any engine do this kind of damage for lack of maintenance. this is nothing but poor quality control and cheap over seas parts in these early hemi engines .does someone have to get killed in order to force a recall on these engines???? *tr | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 128000 | ||
| One day it ran fine then one morning went out to start and it sounded like rattling chains under hood. changed starter...didn't work. mechanic found metal in oil pan. so now we need yo replace whole motor in doing research on it, this is an extremely common problem that dodge refuses to fix. so noe i have no way of getting my 4 children around to their sports and i have a 5th child due in 7 weeks. with no vehicle. thanks dodge. | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 78500 | 1 | |
| This car ran perfect up until this happened. i went out to start it up one morning and on starting the engine broke a connecting rod on number 7 cylinder,ruining the engine .this is a common complaint with these 2004 durangos with the 5.7 hemi engine. im a retired mechanic with 31 years experience with the transit system in cincinnati,ohio. and i've never seen any engine do this kind of damage for lack of maintenance. this is nothing but poor quality control and cheap over seas parts in these early hemi engines .does someone have to get killed in order to force a recall on these engines???? *tr | |||
| 05/21/2012 | 145000 | 1 | |
| Paid extra to get the 5.7 hemi that is supposed to last forever right, well now 3500 later we are finally getting a new motor put in it, i believe that dodge should be held responsible for this issue. went out to start it one morning and sounded like a gun shot, shot a rod clean through the oil pan, but worst part is it was still running, still will run, just sounds horrible. really think we should be reimbursed for the new engine. *tr | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | 1 | |
| We were driving the car and suddenly it started making this loud noise under the hood and shook. i pulled over and turned off the car. i checked to see if the oil was ok and it was. there wasn't any leaking fluids. the vehicle was towed to our home and sits in the drive. any attempt to start it causes violent shaking loud noise. it struggles to idle and dies. *tr | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 78500 | ||
| This car ran perfect up until this happened.i went out to start it up one morning and on starting the engine broke a connecting rod on number 7 cylinder,ruining the engine .this is a common complaint with these 2004 durangos with the 5.7 hemi engine.im a retired mechanic with 31 years experience with the transit system in cincinnati,ohio.and ive never seen any engine do this kind of damage for lack of maintenance.this is nothing but poor quality control and cheap over seas parts in these early hemi engines .does someone have to get killed in order to force a recall on these engines???? | |||
| 05/21/2012 | 145000 | ||
| Paid extra to get the 5.7 hemi that is supposed to last forever right, well now 3500 later we are finally getting a new motor put in it, i believe that dodge should be held responsible for this issue. went out to start it one morning and sounded like a gun shot, shot a rod clean through the oil pan, but worst part is it was still running, still will run, just sounds horrible. really think we should be reimbursed for the new engine. | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | 1 | |
| We were driving the car and suddenly it started making this loud noise under the hood and shook. i pulled over and turned off the car. i checked to see if the oil was ok and it was. there wasn't any leaking fluids. the vehicle was towed to our home and sits in the drive. any attempt to start it causes violent shaking loud noise. it struggles to idle and dies. *tr | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 78500 | ||
| This car ran perfect up until this happened.i went out to start it up one morning and on starting the engine broke a connecting rod on number 7 cylinder,ruining the engine .this is a common complaint with these 2004 durangos with the 5.7 hemi engine.im a retired mechanic with 31 years experience with the transit system in cincinnati,ohio.and ive never seen any engine do this kind of damage for lack of maintenance.this is nothing but poor quality control and cheap over seas parts in these early hemi engines .does someone have to get killed in order to force a recall on these engines???? | |||
| 05/21/2012 | 145000 | ||
| Paid extra to get the 5.7 hemi that is supposed to last forever right, well now 3500 later we are finally getting a new motor put in it, i believe that dodge should be held responsible for this issue. went out to start it one morning and sounded like a gun shot, shot a rod clean through the oil pan, but worst part is it was still running, still will run, just sounds horrible. really think we should be reimbursed for the new engine. | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | 1 | |
| We were driving the car and suddenly it started making this loud noise under the hood and shook. i pulled over and turned off the car. i checked to see if the oil was ok and it was. there wasn't any leaking fluids. the vehicle was towed to our home and sits in the drive. any attempt to start it causes violent shaking loud noise. it struggles to idle and dies. *tr | |||
| 05/21/2012 | 145000 | ||
| Paid extra to get the 5.7 hemi that is supposed to last forever right, well now 3500 later we are finally getting a new motor put in it, i believe that dodge should be held responsible for this issue. went out to start it one morning and sounded like a gun shot, shot a rod clean through the oil pan, but worst part is it was still running, still will run, just sounds horrible. really think we should be reimbursed for the new engine. | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 150000 | ||
| We were driving the car and suddenly it started making this loud noise under the hood and shook. i pulled over and turned off the car.i checked to see if the oil was ok and it was. there wasn't any leaking fluids. the vehicle was towed to our home and sits in the drive. any attempt to start it causes violent shaking loud noise. it struggles to idle and dies. | |||
| 09/09/2012 | 105000 | 1 | |
| Auto drove properly previous day, started the engine at 6pm and it sounded like rocks in the engine. a puddle of oil was visible underneath the parked suv. car has been properly cared for, no warning lights on the dashboard ie: oil, engine light - just loud clanking and not drivable. edmunds and other auto information complaints are exactly like ours. this issue has been fixed in the 05 models but not in the 04. it rained a little earlier in the day and this video shows what is transpiring in the 04 models: hydrolock= broken rods http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_thrvtmlx4 chrysler needs to answer the hundreds of complaints that are documented. we cannot afford a new family car. thank you for your time and i hope that you help us find a solution and hold them accountable. *tr | |||
| 09/09/2012 | 105000 | ||
| Auto drove properly previous day, started the engine at 6pm and it sounded like rocks in the engine. a puddle of oil was visible underneath the parked suv. car has been properly cared for, no warning lights on the dashboard ie: oil, engine light - just loud clanking and not drivable. edmunds and other auto information complaints are exactly like ours. this issue has been fixed in the 05 models but not in the 04. it rained a little earlier in the day and this video shows what is transpiring in the 04 models: hydrolock= broken rods http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_thrvtmlx4 chrysler needs to answer the hundreds of complaints that are documented. we cannot afford a new family car. thank you for your time and i hope that you help us find a solution and hold them accountable. | |||
| 07/03/2012 | 11300 | 1 | |
| I pulled into the middle of an intersection at taylor road and sr 256 in reynoldsburg, oh and what sounded like an explosion was a rod that shot through the oil pan into the side of the engine block causing the car to stop moving while in traffic. *tr | |||
| 07/03/2012 | 11300 | ||
| I pulled into the middle of an intersection at taylor road and sr 256 in reynoldsburg, oh and what sounded like an explosion was a rod that shot through the oil pan into the side of the engine block causing the car to stop moving while in traffic. | |||
| 11/30/2009 | 85000 | ||
| My 2004 dodge durango has stalled on me 6 times now without 'any warning', it simply shuts off and i have no control over the vehicle. the first two times it happend, we dismissed as some weird 'fluke', as the two times were about a year apart, so we never thought much about it. when it happend for the third time we realized something was most definitely wrong. we were shocked to see how many people were having the same problem, when we began to research the problem on line. right after it happend the 3rd time, we took it in to our local mechanic; who indicated that it might be part of a faulty cluster problem that had been recalled. they replaced the cluster, and i felt so much better and safer. approximately 4 months later, it happend again! i sent an email to the service department of the dealership to tell them what i experienced, after several unanswered emails and 4 months later, i deciced that i needed to go in person. just this weekend, before i went; it happend again as i was entering the freeway. i am scared to death to drive this durango anywhere but on the side streets now. i had a child in my car when this occured this past weekend, and they were very scared. each time it has occured has been at a slow rate of speed and always making a right turn. it is extremly firghtening to lose complete control of your vehicle, and it is only matter of time before someone is going to die or cause a horrible accident when this shut down occures. why is chrysler/dodge not being made to address this problem? i was shocked to see still more complaints about this problem, the most recent was june 12, 2012 however these concerns are dating back to 2005! what needs to happen before this situation can be addressed and dealt with appropriately. this is not a small problem, this is a problem with potentially life threatening consequences, and no one is doing anything about it. | |||
| 06/15/2012 | 123000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle emitted a loud banging noise upon start up. an independent mechanic examined the vehicle and advised that an engine rod was fractured. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 123,000. kmj | |||
| 11/30/2009 | 85000 | ||
| My 2004 dodge durango has stalled on me 6 times now without 'any warning', it simply shuts off and i have no control over the vehicle. the first two times it happend, we dismissed as some weird 'fluke', as the two times were about a year apart, so we never thought much about it. when it happend for the third time we realized something was most definitely wrong. we were shocked to see how many people were having the same problem, when we began to research the problem on line. right after it happend the 3rd time, we took it in to our local mechanic; who indicated that it might be part of a faulty cluster problem that had been recalled. they replaced the cluster, and i felt so much better and safer. approximately 4 months later, it happend again! i sent an email to the service department of the dealership to tell them what i experienced, after several unanswered emails and 4 months later, i deciced that i needed to go in person. just this weekend, before i went; it happend again as i was entering the freeway. i am scared to death to drive this durango anywhere but on the side streets now. i had a child in my car when this occured this past weekend, and they were very scared. each time it has occured has been at a slow rate of speed and always making a right turn. it is extremly firghtening to lose complete control of your vehicle, and it is only matter of time before someone is going to die or cause a horrible accident when this shut down occures. why is chrysler/dodge not being made to address this problem? i was shocked to see still more complaints about this problem, the most recent was june 12, 2012 however these concerns are dating back to 2005! what needs to happen before this situation can be addressed and dealt with appropriately. this is not a small problem, this is a problem with potentially life threatening consequences, and no one is doing anything about it. | |||
| 06/15/2012 | 123000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle emitted a loud banging noise upon start up. an independent mechanic examined the vehicle and advised that an engine rod was fractured. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 123,000. kmj | |||
| 11/30/2009 | 85000 | ||
| My 2004 dodge durango has stalled on me 6 times now without 'any warning', it simply shuts off and i have no control over the vehicle. the first two times it happend, we dismissed as some weird 'fluke', as the two times were about a year apart, so we never thought much about it. when it happend for the third time we realized something was most definitely wrong. we were shocked to see how many people were having the same problem, when we began to research the problem on line. right after it happend the 3rd time, we took it in to our local mechanic; who indicated that it might be part of a faulty cluster problem that had been recalled. they replaced the cluster, and i felt so much better and safer. approximately 4 months later, it happend again! i sent an email to the service department of the dealership to tell them what i experienced, after several unanswered emails and 4 months later, i deciced that i needed to go in person. just this weekend, before i went; it happend again as i was entering the freeway. i am scared to death to drive this durango anywhere but on the side streets now. i had a child in my car when this occured this past weekend, and they were very scared. each time it has occured has been at a slow rate of speed and always making a right turn. it is extremly firghtening to lose complete control of your vehicle, and it is only matter of time before someone is going to die or cause a horrible accident when this shut down occures. why is chrysler/dodge not being made to address this problem? i was shocked to see still more complaints about this problem, the most recent was june 12, 2012 however these concerns are dating back to 2005! what needs to happen before this situation can be addressed and dealt with appropriately. this is not a small problem, this is a problem with potentially life threatening consequences, and no one is doing anything about it. | |||
| 06/15/2012 | 123000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle emitted a loud banging noise upon start up. an independent mechanic examined the vehicle and advised that an engine rod was fractured. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 123,000. kmj | |||
| 06/15/2012 | 123000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle emitted a loud banging noise upon starting. an independent mechanic examined the vehicle and stated that an engine rod was fractured. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 123,000. sm. | |||
| 06/08/2012 | 90000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle emitted a loud noise and failed to start. the contact also stated that the engine was destroyed because water came down the windshield and entered the engine. the water was able to reach the engine because the gaskets on the intake manifold were defective. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that a hydro-lock occurred when the engine was started and water was sucked in. the vin was unavailable. the vehicle was not able to be driven. the failure and current mileages were 90,000. sm. | |||
| 06/08/2012 | 90000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while trying to start the vehicle there was a loud noise and vehicle failed to start. the contact stated the vehicle's engine is destroyed; water from the rain or any other source outside, comes down the windshield and gets inside engine. the water is able to reach engine because the gaskets on the intake manifold are defective. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that when started, water gets sucked in the engine, causing a hydro lock. the vin was unavailable. the vehicle was not able to be driven. the current and failure mileage was 90,000. yn | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 108012 | ||
| My 2004 durango limited equipped with the hemi 5.7 liter engine developed a ticking sound and and failed while merging onto a highway fortunately i was able to avoid a accident. i later found out that this a frequent problem that occurs with the 5.7 hemi engine in this model year, how come nothing has been done to rectify this. the engine is a costly repair that chrysler doesn't want to acknowledge. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 12/19/2011 | 121052 | ||
| I was driving down the road when there was a loud clank. i immediately pulled over. it was then towed to a repair shop and we were told the vehicle's engine threw a rod. i had no prior problems with the engine before this. we were then told that by the repair shop that they were unable to find a rebuilt motor as they are on a two year waiting list. we were also told that dodge was aware of this problem and that we can buy a new engine from them because they fixed this problem with the new engine. | |||
| 04/24/2012 | 133000 | ||
| My husband and i were driving to the store after work on april 24th. we stopped for a stop sign, slowly took off and heard a bang! we had to have the 2004 dodge durango towed to a mechanic and found that the rods were bent in the engine...particularly the #7 rod. not one single warning, no check engine light, nothing!! we kept the oil changed according to schedule! the truck is in excellent condition too; top of the line vehicle with dvd player and everything! now we're facing a $4-6,000 replacement bill. why would we replace it with an engine that is going to do the exact same thing in a few years because of poor quality?! we are done with dodge products and we're going to tell everyone we know what has happened to us. | |||
| 12/19/2011 | 121052 | ||
| I was driving down the road when there was a loud clank. i immediately pulled over. it was then towed to a repair shop and we were told the vehicle's engine threw a rod. i had no prior problems with the engine before this. we were then told that by the repair shop that they were unable to find a rebuilt motor as they are on a two year waiting list. we were also told that dodge was aware of this problem and that we can buy a new engine from them because they fixed this problem with the new engine. | |||
| 04/24/2012 | 133000 | ||
| My husband and i were driving to the store after work on april 24th. we stopped for a stop sign, slowly took off and heard a bang! we had to have the 2004 dodge durango towed to a mechanic and found that the rods were bent in the engine...particularly the #7 rod. not one single warning, no check engine light, nothing!! we kept the oil changed according to schedule! the truck is in excellent condition too; top of the line vehicle with dvd player and everything! now we're facing a $4-6,000 replacement bill. why would we replace it with an engine that is going to do the exact same thing in a few years because of poor quality?! we are done with dodge products and we're going to tell everyone we know what has happened to us. | |||
| 12/19/2011 | 121052 | ||
| I was driving down the road when there was a loud clank. i immediately pulled over. it was then towed to a repair shop and we were told the vehicle's engine threw a rod. i had no prior problems with the engine before this. we were then told that by the repair shop that they were unable to find a rebuilt motor as they are on a two year waiting list. we were also told that dodge was aware of this problem and that we can buy a new engine from them because they fixed this problem with the new engine. | |||
| 04/24/2012 | 133000 | ||
| My husband and i were driving to the store after work on april 24th. we stopped for a stop sign, slowly took off and heard a bang! we had to have the 2004 dodge durango towed to a mechanic and found that the rods were bent in the engine...particularly the #7 rod. not one single warning, no check engine light, nothing!! we kept the oil changed according to schedule! the truck is in excellent condition too; top of the line vehicle with dvd player and everything! now we're facing a $4-6,000 replacement bill. why would we replace it with an engine that is going to do the exact same thing in a few years because of poor quality?! we are done with dodge products and we're going to tell everyone we know what has happened to us. | |||
| 12/19/2011 | 121052 | ||
| I was driving down the road when there was a loud clank. i immediately pulled over. it was then towed to a repair shop and we were told the vehicle's engine threw a rod. i had no prior problems with the engine before this. we were then told that by the repair shop that they were unable to find a rebuilt motor as they are on a two year waiting list. we were also told that dodge was aware of this problem and that we can buy a new engine from them because they fixed this problem with the new engine. | |||
| 04/24/2012 | 133000 | ||
| My husband and i were driving to the store after work on april 24th. we stopped for a stop sign, slowly took off and heard a bang! we had to have the 2004 dodge durango towed to a mechanic and found that the rods were bent in the engine...particularly the #7 rod. not one single warning, no check engine light, nothing!! we kept the oil changed according to schedule! the truck is in excellent condition too; top of the line vehicle with dvd player and everything! now we're facing a $4-6,000 replacement bill. why would we replace it with an engine that is going to do the exact same thing in a few years because of poor quality?! we are done with dodge products and we're going to tell everyone we know what has happened to us. | |||
| 04/15/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Vehichle engine started knocking, the vehicle lost power and shut off. took to a mechanic and diagnosed it as a camshaft failure. the car does not start. | |||
| 12/19/2011 | 121052 | ||
| I was driving down the road when there was a loud clank. i immediately pulled over. it was then towed to a repair shop and we were told the vehicle's engine threw a rod. i had no prior problems with the engine before this. we were then told that by the repair shop that they were unable to find a rebuilt motor as they are on a two year waiting list. we were also told that dodge was aware of this problem and that we can buy a new engine from them because they fixed this problem with the new engine. | |||
| 04/24/2012 | 133000 | ||
| My husband and i were driving to the store after work on april 24th. we stopped for a stop sign, slowly took off and heard a bang! we had to have the 2004 dodge durango towed to a mechanic and found that the rods were bent in the engine...particularly the #7 rod. not one single warning, no check engine light, nothing!! we kept the oil changed according to schedule! the truck is in excellent condition too; top of the line vehicle with dvd player and everything! now we're facing a $4-6,000 replacement bill. why would we replace it with an engine that is going to do the exact same thing in a few years because of poor quality?! we are done with dodge products and we're going to tell everyone we know what has happened to us. | |||
| 04/15/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Vehichle engine started knocking, the vehicle lost power and shut off. took to a mechanic and diagnosed it as a camshaft failure. the car does not start. | |||
| 04/17/2012 | 95000 | ||
| Truck driving just fine on april 15th. april 16th it rained and on the 17th my engine failed. i did not go anywhere on april 16th due to the rain, but when i attempted to start my vehicle on the 17th, at first it wouldnt start but when it did the durango sounded like boulders were in my engine and the truck was idling up and down on its own and shaking violently. my 3yr old and 18 month old were in the back seat scared to peices. this is a shame! i have read hundreds of complaints against the 2004 dodge durangos and i'm just disgusted. i've only had my truck for 2 months and it is still under a 3 month 4500 mile extended warranty, but the warranty, (i'm just finding out) only covers $1,250 in repairs. as a newly seperated single mother this is unacceptable and i'm furious! something has to be done. | |||
| 03/18/2012 | 70000 | ||
| The odometer just turn 70,000 and the engine block has a hole of 3, two mechanics checked for me and both diagnosis same, that the piston and rod made hone on the block. searching thru a car dealer on internet i found out that there is probably around 100 people that had posted all of them durango 04 hemi 5.7 just like mine with aroung the same mileage with the exact same problem. now i have to pay a whole motor. there should be a recall to see how many people come forward. | |||
| 04/15/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Vehichle engine started knocking, the vehicle lost power and shut off. took to a mechanic and diagnosed it as a camshaft failure. the car does not start. | |||
| 04/17/2012 | 95000 | ||
| Truck driving just fine on april 15th. april 16th it rained and on the 17th my engine failed. i did not go anywhere on april 16th due to the rain, but when i attempted to start my vehicle on the 17th, at first it wouldnt start but when it did the durango sounded like boulders were in my engine and the truck was idling up and down on its own and shaking violently. my 3yr old and 18 month old were in the back seat scared to peices. this is a shame! i have read hundreds of complaints against the 2004 dodge durangos and i'm just disgusted. i've only had my truck for 2 months and it is still under a 3 month 4500 mile extended warranty, but the warranty, (i'm just finding out) only covers $1,250 in repairs. as a newly seperated single mother this is unacceptable and i'm furious! something has to be done. | |||
| 03/18/2012 | 70000 | ||
| The odometer just turn 70,000 and the engine block has a hole of 3, two mechanics checked for me and both diagnosis same, that the piston and rod made hone on the block. searching thru a car dealer on internet i found out that there is probably around 100 people that had posted all of them durango 04 hemi 5.7 just like mine with aroung the same mileage with the exact same problem. now i have to pay a whole motor. there should be a recall to see how many people come forward. | |||
| 01/24/2012 | 73000 | ||
| Car stalled for no reason. lucky this happen in a parking lot at 10mph as all the controls went out. stopped the car turned it off and it started right back up with no issue. this has happened again 4 more times all at low speed. i have called the dodge dealer and they told me there was nothing they could do for me as my vehicle is out of warranty even if the nhtsa had opened an investigation on this issue a long time ago. it is nice to see how dodge stands behind their products and after reading the nhtsa website it looks like i am in store for many more issues that dodge will not help with. this is a safety issue and i do not understand how dodge is able to get away with this. i wanted to pass this vehicle onto my daughter so she would be a proud dodge owner so much for that. why keep the service at the dealership up to date when in the end there is no added value to paying more for servicing your vehicle at the dealership. | |||
| 04/15/2010 | 90000 | ||
| Vehichle engine started knocking, the vehicle lost power and shut off. took to a mechanic and diagnosed it as a camshaft failure. the car does not start. | |||
| 04/17/2012 | 95000 | ||
| Truck driving just fine on april 15th. april 16th it rained and on the 17th my engine failed. i did not go anywhere on april 16th due to the rain, but when i attempted to start my vehicle on the 17th, at first it wouldnt start but when it did the durango sounded like boulders were in my engine and the truck was idling up and down on its own and shaking violently. my 3yr old and 18 month old were in the back seat scared to peices. this is a shame! i have read hundreds of complaints against the 2004 dodge durangos and i'm just disgusted. i've only had my truck for 2 months and it is still under a 3 month 4500 mile extended warranty, but the warranty, (i'm just finding out) only covers $1,250 in repairs. as a newly seperated single mother this is unacceptable and i'm furious! something has to be done. | |||
| 03/18/2012 | 70000 | ||
| The odometer just turn 70,000 and the engine block has a hole of 3, two mechanics checked for me and both diagnosis same, that the piston and rod made hone on the block. searching thru a car dealer on internet i found out that there is probably around 100 people that had posted all of them durango 04 hemi 5.7 just like mine with aroung the same mileage with the exact same problem. now i have to pay a whole motor. there should be a recall to see how many people come forward. | |||
| 01/24/2012 | 73000 | ||
| Car stalled for no reason. lucky this happen in a parking lot at 10mph as all the controls went out. stopped the car turned it off and it started right back up with no issue. this has happened again 4 more times all at low speed. i have called the dodge dealer and they told me there was nothing they could do for me as my vehicle is out of warranty even if the nhtsa had opened an investigation on this issue a long time ago. it is nice to see how dodge stands behind their products and after reading the nhtsa website it looks like i am in store for many more issues that dodge will not help with. this is a safety issue and i do not understand how dodge is able to get away with this. i wanted to pass this vehicle onto my daughter so she would be a proud dodge owner so much for that. why keep the service at the dealership up to date when in the end there is no added value to paying more for servicing your vehicle at the dealership. | |||
| 04/17/2012 | 95000 | ||
| Truck driving just fine on april 15th. april 16th it rained and on the 17th my engine failed. i did not go anywhere on april 16th due to the rain, but when i attempted to start my vehicle on the 17th, at first it wouldnt start but when it did the durango sounded like boulders were in my engine and the truck was idling up and down on its own and shaking violently. my 3yr old and 18 month old were in the back seat scared to peices. this is a shame! i have read hundreds of complaints against the 2004 dodge durangos and i'm just disgusted. i've only had my truck for 2 months and it is still under a 3 month 4500 mile extended warranty, but the warranty, (i'm just finding out) only covers $1,250 in repairs. as a newly seperated single mother this is unacceptable and i'm furious! something has to be done. | |||
| 03/18/2012 | 70000 | ||
| The odometer just turn 70,000 and the engine block has a hole of 3, two mechanics checked for me and both diagnosis same, that the piston and rod made hone on the block. searching thru a car dealer on internet i found out that there is probably around 100 people that had posted all of them durango 04 hemi 5.7 just like mine with aroung the same mileage with the exact same problem. now i have to pay a whole motor. there should be a recall to see how many people come forward. | |||
| 01/24/2012 | 73000 | ||
| Car stalled for no reason. lucky this happen in a parking lot at 10mph as all the controls went out. stopped the car turned it off and it started right back up with no issue. this has happened again 4 more times all at low speed. i have called the dodge dealer and they told me there was nothing they could do for me as my vehicle is out of warranty even if the nhtsa had opened an investigation on this issue a long time ago. it is nice to see how dodge stands behind their products and after reading the nhtsa website it looks like i am in store for many more issues that dodge will not help with. this is a safety issue and i do not understand how dodge is able to get away with this. i wanted to pass this vehicle onto my daughter so she would be a proud dodge owner so much for that. why keep the service at the dealership up to date when in the end there is no added value to paying more for servicing your vehicle at the dealership. | |||
| 03/21/2012 | 150000 | ||
| My wife was driving the durango home and it began to knock loudly. brought the vehicle home for inspection. the valve train is fine, but the bottom end has 2 bent connection rods. these rods just randomly bent. the heads are fine, there is not water leaking, gaskets are fine. this seems to be a problem with the quality of materials of the rods. | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 74000 | ||
| Started to warm up in morning, something broke under the hood. turns out a connecting rod broke and need a new engine. fantastic. has been sitting at the shop and still is there while i take a cab to work every day. will never buy chrysler again and have told everyone i know. what a joke! | |||
| 03/20/2012 | 83658 | ||
| Bought our durango new in 2004,with the 5.7 hemi, serviced it every 3000 miles. my wife drives it and had no problems until the other day when she got in to go to work and started it up, and it sounded like you had thrown gravel in a washing machine. im sure it drop a valve seat and chewed it up. i have 27 years in automotive and i know you should get more than 80,000 mile out of a high tech engine like this is supposed to be.we have dodges in our family and this is a very big dissapointment besides being very expensive. dodge is being very closed mouth about this very huge problem. | |||
| 03/10/2012 | 84000 | ||
| Just like numerous 2004 durango owners i have experienced .......a complete engine failure once i passed 80,000 miles due to unknown causes. i am the original owner, regularly maintained it, and operated it normally. car stalled in traffic and could have been tragic. would like an investigation opened considering the large number of owners experiencing the same problem. | |||
| 03/20/2012 | 83658 | ||
| Bought our durango new in 2004,with the 5.7 hemi, serviced it every 3000 miles. my wife drives it and had no problems until the other day when she got in to go to work and started it up, and it sounded like you had thrown gravel in a washing machine. im sure it drop a valve seat and chewed it up. i have 27 years in automotive and i know you should get more than 80,000 mile out of a high tech engine like this is supposed to be.we have dodges in our family and this is a very big dissapointment besides being very expensive. dodge is being very closed mouth about this very huge problem. | |||
| 03/10/2012 | 84000 | ||
| Just like numerous 2004 durango owners i have experienced .......a complete engine failure once i passed 80,000 miles due to unknown causes. i am the original owner, regularly maintained it, and operated it normally. car stalled in traffic and could have been tragic. would like an investigation opened considering the large number of owners experiencing the same problem. | |||
| 11/21/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Upon starting the vehicle in the am after daily use,a loud noise as if the fan belt broke or stones throwing around was heard and oil started flowing from motor. pieces of cast metal found under the vehicle in the midst of the oil....rod blew through!!! only 100k miles and oil was filled, maintence always completed. we are orig owners. this was a $35k v8 engine vehicle that has been maintained. this should not have happened and as seen on the emonds site as will as dodge, this is a common problem with this vehilce and no recourse for the owner who has done what he or she was to do as far as upkeep on their vehicle??? again this is not a cheap vehicle and we are a family of 5 with 1 income. how and why should we have to fix this problem? we purchase what we thought was a good quality vehicle from a big 3 company!! | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 85200 | ||
| I own a 2004 5.7l hemi magnum dodge durango..when i was leaving school the other night my durango started fine. when i pulled out onto the road i only got about 1/2 mile before my engine made a horrible noise and jerked real hard, my check engine light came on as did my oil light. as i was pulling off the road i lost the power steering as well,smoke poured out from under my durango. i got out as i was afraid it was going to catch fire. i called for help and waited on the side of the road. the tow truck guy got there and told me there was oil all underneath of my truck. i had it towed to my local shop to see what was wrong. guess what? a rod has been pushed through my engine and now i need a new one. my durango only has 85,200 miles on it. i am really mad, i have a daughter who could have been with me and we could have been on the interstate when this happened, i hate to think that was possible and what the outcome could have been. this is a serious issue and i am surprised no recall has been made.we as consumers have the right to a vehicle that is safe for us, the law is supposed to prevent this from re-occuring. i can se if this was an isolated incident, but its not. i have started looking and i see thousands of complaints and that is only on a couple boards/forums, how is this possible, who is responsible. i encourge all durango owners who have had this issue to step forward and complain, together we can make a difference. i already contacted my local news, and i will be sending letters to reid bigland (the president of chrysler corp). chrysler/dodge got a bailout when they were ready to be bankrupt, but where does that help the average consumer. we are all having difficult times in this economy, where is the help for us? we are left to pay well over 6000 for engine repairs that dodge/chrysler corp is responsible for. we all need justice here | |||
| 03/01/2012 | |||
| Went to start my truck in the morning to warm up, sounded like something broke under the hood. shut off, waited and restarted, same noise. it is sitting at a repair shop because its going to be expensive and i dont have the money. i still have years to pay on it. been taking a cab to work and back every day. i bought my 2004 durango brand new, never beat it up, has only 74k miles, regular oil changes. i have read other incidents/complaints online about the same thing i am going through. its pretty sad to drive by my truck every day in a cab! | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 85200 | ||
| I own a 2004 5.7l hemi magnum dodge durango..when i was leaving school the other night my durango started fine. when i pulled out onto the road i only got about 1/2 mile before my engine made a horrible noise and jerked real hard, my check engine light came on as did my oil light. as i was pulling off the road i lost the power steering as well,smoke poured out from under my durango. i got out as i was afraid it was going to catch fire. i called for help and waited on the side of the road. the tow truck guy got there and told me there was oil all underneath of my truck. i had it towed to my local shop to see what was wrong. guess what? a rod has been pushed through my engine and now i need a new one. my durango only has 85,200 miles on it. i am really mad, i have a daughter who could have been with me and we could have been on the interstate when this happened, i hate to think that was possible and what the outcome could have been. this is a serious issue and i am surprised no recall has been made.we as consumers have the right to a vehicle that is safe for us, the law is supposed to prevent this from re-occuring. i can se if this was an isolated incident, but its not. i have started looking and i see thousands of complaints and that is only on a couple boards/forums, how is this possible, who is responsible. i encourge all durango owners who have had this issue to step forward and complain, together we can make a difference. i already contacted my local news, and i will be sending letters to reid bigland (the president of chrysler corp). chrysler/dodge got a bailout when they were ready to be bankrupt, but where does that help the average consumer. we are all having difficult times in this economy, where is the help for us? we are left to pay well over 6000 for engine repairs that dodge/chrysler corp is responsible for. we all need justice here | |||
| 03/01/2012 | |||
| Went to start my truck in the morning to warm up, sounded like something broke under the hood. shut off, waited and restarted, same noise. it is sitting at a repair shop because its going to be expensive and i dont have the money. i still have years to pay on it. been taking a cab to work and back every day. i bought my 2004 durango brand new, never beat it up, has only 74k miles, regular oil changes. i have read other incidents/complaints online about the same thing i am going through. its pretty sad to drive by my truck every day in a cab! | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 85200 | ||
| I own a 2004 5.7l hemi magnum dodge durango..when i was leaving school the other night my durango started fine. when i pulled out onto the road i only got about 1/2 mile before my engine made a horrible noise and jerked real hard, my check engine light came on as did my oil light. as i was pulling off the road i lost the power steering as well,smoke poured out from under my durango. i got out as i was afraid it was going to catch fire. i called for help and waited on the side of the road. the tow truck guy got there and told me there was oil all underneath of my truck. i had it towed to my local shop to see what was wrong. guess what? a rod has been pushed through my engine and now i need a new one. my durango only has 85,200 miles on it. i am really mad, i have a daughter who could have been with me and we could have been on the interstate when this happened, i hate to think that was possible and what the outcome could have been. this is a serious issue and i am surprised no recall has been made.we as consumers have the right to a vehicle that is safe for us, the law is supposed to prevent this from re-occuring. i can se if this was an isolated incident, but its not. i have started looking and i see thousands of complaints and that is only on a couple boards/forums, how is this possible, who is responsible. i encourge all durango owners who have had this issue to step forward and complain, together we can make a difference. i already contacted my local news, and i will be sending letters to reid bigland (the president of chrysler corp). chrysler/dodge got a bailout when they were ready to be bankrupt, but where does that help the average consumer. we are all having difficult times in this economy, where is the help for us? we are left to pay well over 6000 for engine repairs that dodge/chrysler corp is responsible for. we all need justice here | |||
| 03/01/2012 | |||
| Went to start my truck in the morning to warm up, sounded like something broke under the hood. shut off, waited and restarted, same noise. it is sitting at a repair shop because its going to be expensive and i dont have the money. i still have years to pay on it. been taking a cab to work and back every day. i bought my 2004 durango brand new, never beat it up, has only 74k miles, regular oil changes. i have read other incidents/complaints online about the same thing i am going through. its pretty sad to drive by my truck every day in a cab! | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 77000 | ||
| Noticed over the past few years water when it rains that it is accumulating on top of the engine. noticed the engine felt like it had a miss fire on a cylinder. seal from windshield cowl is no longer making a positive seal and water is dripping down onto the top of the engine and also into the spark plugs. using you tube there have been numerous complaints of this issue which in turn has resulted in what is called hyro-loc of the engine which is causing push rods to break and causing the engine to completely fail, as in my case pushing a rod thru the block of the engine spilling oil out on to the street. shutting down the engine loosing all power to steer and control vehicle. luckily i was not on a main highway traveling at 60mph as this could have been as disastrous accident.there should be some type of recall on the water problem and this engine catastrophe resulting form this problem, as of today dodge/chrysler has no known issue of this sort, which is hard to believe. please notify me of any information regarding these issues and any possible class action suits that may be pending. | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 85200 | ||
| I own a 2004 5.7l hemi magnum dodge durango..when i was leaving school the other night my durango started fine. when i pulled out onto the road i only got about 1/2 mile before my engine made a horrible noise and jerked real hard, my check engine light came on as did my oil light. as i was pulling off the road i lost the power steering as well,smoke poured out from under my durango. i got out as i was afraid it was going to catch fire. i called for help and waited on the side of the road. the tow truck guy got there and told me there was oil all underneath of my truck. i had it towed to my local shop to see what was wrong. guess what? a rod has been pushed through my engine and now i need a new one. my durango only has 85,200 miles on it. i am really mad, i have a daughter who could have been with me and we could have been on the interstate when this happened, i hate to think that was possible and what the outcome could have been. this is a serious issue and i am surprised no recall has been made.we as consumers have the right to a vehicle that is safe for us, the law is supposed to prevent this from re-occuring. i can se if this was an isolated incident, but its not. i have started looking and i see thousands of complaints and that is only on a couple boards/forums, how is this possible, who is responsible. i encourge all durango owners who have had this issue to step forward and complain, together we can make a difference. i already contacted my local news, and i will be sending letters to reid bigland (the president of chrysler corp). chrysler/dodge got a bailout when they were ready to be bankrupt, but where does that help the average consumer. we are all having difficult times in this economy, where is the help for us? we are left to pay well over 6000 for engine repairs that dodge/chrysler corp is responsible for. we all need justice here | |||
| 03/01/2012 | |||
| Went to start my truck in the morning to warm up, sounded like something broke under the hood. shut off, waited and restarted, same noise. it is sitting at a repair shop because its going to be expensive and i dont have the money. i still have years to pay on it. been taking a cab to work and back every day. i bought my 2004 durango brand new, never beat it up, has only 74k miles, regular oil changes. i have read other incidents/complaints online about the same thing i am going through. its pretty sad to drive by my truck every day in a cab! | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 77000 | ||
| Noticed over the past few years water when it rains that it is accumulating on top of the engine. noticed the engine felt like it had a miss fire on a cylinder. seal from windshield cowl is no longer making a positive seal and water is dripping down onto the top of the engine and also into the spark plugs. using you tube there have been numerous complaints of this issue which in turn has resulted in what is called hyro-loc of the engine which is causing push rods to break and causing the engine to completely fail, as in my case pushing a rod thru the block of the engine spilling oil out on to the street. shutting down the engine loosing all power to steer and control vehicle. luckily i was not on a main highway traveling at 60mph as this could have been as disastrous accident.there should be some type of recall on the water problem and this engine catastrophe resulting form this problem, as of today dodge/chrysler has no known issue of this sort, which is hard to believe. please notify me of any information regarding these issues and any possible class action suits that may be pending. | |||
| 02/17/2012 | 93000 | ||
| While driving down the highway the engine completely seized. no indication or warning. always maintained iaw the manual. | |||
| 11/08/2011 | 113000 | ||
| I was traveling about 15 mph in my 2004 dodge durango with the 5.7 hemi. the check engine light came on and before i could pull over the engine blew. it knocked a whole in the side of the engine and immeadiately stopped. the engine had 113,000 miles on it and maintenanced reguarly. i have read in several forums with several people with the exact same issue. i called dodge and they informed me that there was nothing they can do. this is an absolute outrage, i am military and living on a fixed budget as it is and can't afford the price of another engine. with all the issues that the 2004 hemi's are having, there has to be an issue with this particular engine. when it would rain my vehicle would stall, so i am not sure if that has anything to do with the engine failing. several people have had the exact same issue as that as well. | |||
| 01/03/2012 | 65000 | ||
| Went to start the durango when cold herd a loud knocking noise. i shut the durango off and checked under the hood to see if anythig was stuck under the car. i had the car towed to a service station and they informed me the engine was no good and needed to be replaced. the car has only 65000 miles on it and the powertrain warentee is out on 8/30/11. i can not pay 6000 dollars for a rebuilt motor at this time and need a car to get back and forth to work. | |||
| 11/08/2011 | 113000 | ||
| I was traveling about 15 mph in my 2004 dodge durango with the 5.7 hemi. the check engine light came on and before i could pull over the engine blew. it knocked a whole in the side of the engine and immeadiately stopped. the engine had 113,000 miles on it and maintenanced reguarly. i have read in several forums with several people with the exact same issue. i called dodge and they informed me that there was nothing they can do. this is an absolute outrage, i am military and living on a fixed budget as it is and can't afford the price of another engine. with all the issues that the 2004 hemi's are having, there has to be an issue with this particular engine. when it would rain my vehicle would stall, so i am not sure if that has anything to do with the engine failing. several people have had the exact same issue as that as well. | |||
| 01/03/2012 | 65000 | ||
| Went to start the durango when cold herd a loud knocking noise. i shut the durango off and checked under the hood to see if anythig was stuck under the car. i had the car towed to a service station and they informed me the engine was no good and needed to be replaced. the car has only 65000 miles on it and the powertrain warentee is out on 8/30/11. i can not pay 6000 dollars for a rebuilt motor at this time and need a car to get back and forth to work. | |||
| 01/07/2012 | 122000 | ||
| Slowing for a stop sign at about 15 mph rod broke and went through block. complete engine failure. at 120,000 miles this is ridiculous. no noise or any warning , always changed oil. daughter has honda with 200k on it and still runs great. what is with chrysler?? remember the old fiat== fix it again tony?? if dodge thinks they will sell me another car i don't think so!! and now the dealer is trying to put me in a new one! will give me a song for mine. it's broke. and finding a motor is not fun either. seems the junk yards can't keep them. sell as soon as they get them. it's to bad they won't do anything about this. how many complaints for the same problem before the government says enough is enough?? looking to put a lot of money in to this car and then i;m dumping it. probably a nissan or a toyota. sorry america i don't have any more money to throw in to america metal. | |||
| 01/03/2012 | 65000 | ||
| Went to start the durango when cold herd a loud knocking noise. i shut the durango off and checked under the hood to see if anythig was stuck under the car. i had the car towed to a service station and they informed me the engine was no good and needed to be replaced. the car has only 65000 miles on it and the powertrain warentee is out on 8/30/11. i can not pay 6000 dollars for a rebuilt motor at this time and need a car to get back and forth to work. | |||
| 01/07/2012 | 122000 | ||
| Slowing for a stop sign at about 15 mph rod broke and went through block. complete engine failure. at 120,000 miles this is ridiculous. no noise or any warning , always changed oil. daughter has honda with 200k on it and still runs great. what is with chrysler?? remember the old fiat== fix it again tony?? if dodge thinks they will sell me another car i don't think so!! and now the dealer is trying to put me in a new one! will give me a song for mine. it's broke. and finding a motor is not fun either. seems the junk yards can't keep them. sell as soon as they get them. it's to bad they won't do anything about this. how many complaints for the same problem before the government says enough is enough?? looking to put a lot of money in to this car and then i;m dumping it. probably a nissan or a toyota. sorry america i don't have any more money to throw in to america metal. | |||
| 01/03/2012 | 65000 | ||
| Went to start the durango when cold herd a loud knocking noise. i shut the durango off and checked under the hood to see if anythig was stuck under the car. i had the car towed to a service station and they informed me the engine was no good and needed to be replaced. the car has only 65000 miles on it and the powertrain warentee is out on 8/30/11. i can not pay 6000 dollars for a rebuilt motor at this time and need a car to get back and forth to work. | |||
| 01/07/2012 | 122000 | ||
| Slowing for a stop sign at about 15 mph rod broke and went through block. complete engine failure. at 120,000 miles this is ridiculous. no noise or any warning , always changed oil. daughter has honda with 200k on it and still runs great. what is with chrysler?? remember the old fiat== fix it again tony?? if dodge thinks they will sell me another car i don't think so!! and now the dealer is trying to put me in a new one! will give me a song for mine. it's broke. and finding a motor is not fun either. seems the junk yards can't keep them. sell as soon as they get them. it's to bad they won't do anything about this. how many complaints for the same problem before the government says enough is enough?? looking to put a lot of money in to this car and then i;m dumping it. probably a nissan or a toyota. sorry america i don't have any more money to throw in to america metal. | |||
| 01/11/2012 | 102890 | ||
| Started car in the morning and a loud knocking started. | |||
| 01/07/2012 | 122000 | ||
| Slowing for a stop sign at about 15 mph rod broke and went through block. complete engine failure. at 120,000 miles this is ridiculous. no noise or any warning , always changed oil. daughter has honda with 200k on it and still runs great. what is with chrysler?? remember the old fiat== fix it again tony?? if dodge thinks they will sell me another car i don't think so!! and now the dealer is trying to put me in a new one! will give me a song for mine. it's broke. and finding a motor is not fun either. seems the junk yards can't keep them. sell as soon as they get them. it's to bad they won't do anything about this. how many complaints for the same problem before the government says enough is enough?? looking to put a lot of money in to this car and then i;m dumping it. probably a nissan or a toyota. sorry america i don't have any more money to throw in to america metal. | |||
| 01/11/2012 | 102890 | ||
| Started car in the morning and a loud knocking started. | |||
| 12/24/2011 | 122723 | ||
| The 5.7 dodge durango motor is a ticking time bomb they run smoothly then with out any warning blow up. i only had 122723 miles on it when it blew it ran great till the road came out through the block. what is it going to take for you to make chrysler make a recall on this some one to get killed while driving down the high way cause i'm glad i was with my wife or that case could of been sooner than u expected. chrysler needs to be held reliable for there huge engine mistake in this middle year before they kill some one going from 65 - 0 on the high way is totally un safe come on government step up to the plate if this was so back yard company you would of shut them down by now do what's right and force them to have a recall before some one gets hurt bad or dies. kids ride in these vehicles if we would do something like cover up a problem we would be persecuted for criminal neglect and endangerment the welfare of a child. and that's exactly what chrysler motor corp is doing endangering the welfare of our children and family's so step up ad force the to fix the problem. | |||
| 01/07/2012 | 122000 | ||
| Slowing for a stop sign at about 15 mph rod broke and went through block. complete engine failure. at 120,000 miles this is ridiculous. no noise or any warning , always changed oil. daughter has honda with 200k on it and still runs great. what is with chrysler?? remember the old fiat== fix it again tony?? if dodge thinks they will sell me another car i don't think so!! and now the dealer is trying to put me in a new one! will give me a song for mine. it's broke. and finding a motor is not fun either. seems the junk yards can't keep them. sell as soon as they get them. it's to bad they won't do anything about this. how many complaints for the same problem before the government says enough is enough?? looking to put a lot of money in to this car and then i;m dumping it. probably a nissan or a toyota. sorry america i don't have any more money to throw in to america metal. | |||
| 01/11/2012 | 102890 | ||
| Started car in the morning and a loud knocking started. | |||
| 12/24/2011 | 122723 | ||
| The 5.7 dodge durango motor is a ticking time bomb they run smoothly then with out any warning blow up. i only had 122723 miles on it when it blew it ran great till the road came out through the block. what is it going to take for you to make chrysler make a recall on this some one to get killed while driving down the high way cause i'm glad i was with my wife or that case could of been sooner than u expected. chrysler needs to be held reliable for there huge engine mistake in this middle year before they kill some one going from 65 - 0 on the high way is totally un safe come on government step up to the plate if this was so back yard company you would of shut them down by now do what's right and force them to have a recall before some one gets hurt bad or dies. kids ride in these vehicles if we would do something like cover up a problem we would be persecuted for criminal neglect and endangerment the welfare of a child. and that's exactly what chrysler motor corp is doing endangering the welfare of our children and family's so step up ad force the to fix the problem. | |||
| 12/28/2011 | 119000 | ||
| My well maintained garage kept 2004 5.7l durango with 119,000 miles with absolutely no warning failed to start one morning after sitting for about 3 days. it made a loud noise. i had it towed to the dealer and was told that it had siezed and i would need a new engine.the cost would be $7200. the only problem i had previously was that it would stall during extreme rain storms but it occurred infrequently and only under extreme conditions.the dealer had supposedly fixed the problem with this a few months earlier. i bought this vehicle brand new in 2004 and had always maintianed it exactly as reccomended. | |||
| 12/23/2011 | 84116 | ||
| Started my vehicle and heard a horrible grinding metal sound. towed it to a mechanic who said that a rod had blown a two inch hole in my engine block. there were pieces of metal in a pile of oil under my vehicle when it was towed and 2 large chunks found upon inspection of vehicle. there was no warning. no problems prior. vehicle ran fine the day before. no lights ever came on the dash either, no check engine...etc. upon researching this issue- i have found numerous similar stories. hoping a class action suit will be investigated. | |||
| 12/21/2011 | 103500 | ||
| Started vehicle and heard a loud knocking, shut the vehicle down thinking something may be underneath, restarted the vehicle with same result. had vehicle looked at by mechanic, says that it sounds to be a piston rod. took oil sample, and found metal shavings. vehicle maintenance has been per manufacturer recommendations, along with all warranty and recall work. from readings, this has been happening to other people driving down the road. mechanic says engine will have to be replaced. other issues include vehicle shuting off while driving usually when it rains, or during turns. | |||
| 12/23/2011 | 84116 | ||
| Started my vehicle and heard a horrible grinding metal sound. towed it to a mechanic who said that a rod had blown a two inch hole in my engine block. there were pieces of metal in a pile of oil under my vehicle when it was towed and 2 large chunks found upon inspection of vehicle. there was no warning. no problems prior. vehicle ran fine the day before. no lights ever came on the dash either, no check engine...etc. upon researching this issue- i have found numerous similar stories. hoping a class action suit will be investigated. | |||
| 12/21/2011 | 103500 | ||
| Started vehicle and heard a loud knocking, shut the vehicle down thinking something may be underneath, restarted the vehicle with same result. had vehicle looked at by mechanic, says that it sounds to be a piston rod. took oil sample, and found metal shavings. vehicle maintenance has been per manufacturer recommendations, along with all warranty and recall work. from readings, this has been happening to other people driving down the road. mechanic says engine will have to be replaced. other issues include vehicle shuting off while driving usually when it rains, or during turns. | |||
| 12/23/2011 | 84116 | ||
| Started my vehicle and heard a horrible grinding metal sound. towed it to a mechanic who said that a rod had blown a two inch hole in my engine block. there were pieces of metal in a pile of oil under my vehicle when it was towed and 2 large chunks found upon inspection of vehicle. there was no warning. no problems prior. vehicle ran fine the day before. no lights ever came on the dash either, no check engine...etc. upon researching this issue- i have found numerous similar stories. hoping a class action suit will be investigated. | |||
| 12/21/2011 | 103500 | ||
| Started vehicle and heard a loud knocking, shut the vehicle down thinking something may be underneath, restarted the vehicle with same result. had vehicle looked at by mechanic, says that it sounds to be a piston rod. took oil sample, and found metal shavings. vehicle maintenance has been per manufacturer recommendations, along with all warranty and recall work. from readings, this has been happening to other people driving down the road. mechanic says engine will have to be replaced. other issues include vehicle shuting off while driving usually when it rains, or during turns. | |||
| 12/23/2011 | 84116 | ||
| Started my vehicle and heard a horrible grinding metal sound. towed it to a mechanic who said that a rod had blown a two inch hole in my engine block. there were pieces of metal in a pile of oil under my vehicle when it was towed and 2 large chunks found upon inspection of vehicle. there was no warning. no problems prior. vehicle ran fine the day before. no lights ever came on the dash either, no check engine...etc. upon researching this issue- i have found numerous similar stories. hoping a class action suit will be investigated. | |||
| 12/21/2011 | 103500 | ||
| Started vehicle and heard a loud knocking, shut the vehicle down thinking something may be underneath, restarted the vehicle with same result. had vehicle looked at by mechanic, says that it sounds to be a piston rod. took oil sample, and found metal shavings. vehicle maintenance has been per manufacturer recommendations, along with all warranty and recall work. from readings, this has been happening to other people driving down the road. mechanic says engine will have to be replaced. other issues include vehicle shuting off while driving usually when it rains, or during turns. | |||
| 12/23/2011 | 84116 | ||
| Started my vehicle and heard a horrible grinding metal sound. towed it to a mechanic who said that a rod had blown a two inch hole in my engine block. there were pieces of metal in a pile of oil under my vehicle when it was towed and 2 large chunks found upon inspection of vehicle. there was no warning. no problems prior. vehicle ran fine the day before. no lights ever came on the dash either, no check engine...etc. upon researching this issue- i have found numerous similar stories. hoping a class action suit will be investigated. | |||
| 12/21/2011 | 103500 | ||
| Started vehicle and heard a loud knocking, shut the vehicle down thinking something may be underneath, restarted the vehicle with same result. had vehicle looked at by mechanic, says that it sounds to be a piston rod. took oil sample, and found metal shavings. vehicle maintenance has been per manufacturer recommendations, along with all warranty and recall work. from readings, this has been happening to other people driving down the road. mechanic says engine will have to be replaced. other issues include vehicle shuting off while driving usually when it rains, or during turns. | |||
| 12/20/2011 | |||
| When coming to a stop my vehicle stalls / dies! do not get a check engine light. have had a dodge computer put on it and no codes were found. | |||
| 12/07/2011 | 77676 | ||
| On 12-7-11, i was driving through an intersection at about 25 mph when i heard and felt a loud bang and rattling from the engine. there wasn't any warning from the dash board nor was the any pinging prior to the engines catastrophic failure. i had lost all power steering and power brakes. the engine oil was also spill out of the bottom of the engine. i was lucky enough to be able to roll to a stop out of the line of traffic.we have receipts that show we maintained my vehicle regularly. we have not had any cooperation from the dealership or the manufacturer as of yet. i have also reseached several incidents with the 5.7 dodge hemi engine. i also researched that, to my understanding, the chrysler corp knew of he potential failure in the 2004/05 5.7 engine, made the changes to the engine but did not issue a recall. i am asking for assistance and/or advice as to what action i and many others should take at this point. thank you. | |||
| 12/05/2011 | 89000 | ||
| We have a 2004 dodge durango it has been a good vehicle my wife just loves it but the other day she went to leave for work and when she started the motor it started making this really loud ticking noise. well i called the mechanic and he told me he would stop by on his way home to listen to it he did and said it was not good to go ahead and bring it to the shop and they would look at it. i had it trailered into the shop and later that day is when we got the bad news. the motor has very serious internal problems it's either a rod, wrist pin or piston skirt and can cost us up to $6,000 for new motor or rebuild the lower end of this one they will need to pull the motor to tell for sure what it is, we never had any warning signs at all that there may be a problem it just happened. sorry but we can not afford to replace a engine every 90,000 miles and can not afford to get the repairs done now, we have changed the oil every 5000 mile per manufactuer recommendation. after further investigation i see that dodge is having a serious problem with these motors and are misleading the public with all the hype about the hemi motor and they are not doing a darn thing about the issues they are having. my warrenty just ran out 4 months ago or 19000 miles ago and the dealership said there is nothing they can do. i feel the engines should last longer then 90,000 miles and i am very peed off about this he have owned dodges forever and now this happens and there is nothing they can do! my wife does not like dodge very much now | |||
| 11/03/2011 | 92000 | ||
| Was going to leave for work, started my truck to an instant horrible knocking sound! never even put it in drive. had it towed to my mechanic, and was informed that there was a hole in the engine block, caused by a rod. no warning signs or check engine/oil lights ever came on.. | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 81000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while the vehicle was parked the contact noticed there was antifreeze and water leaking underneath the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the mechanic stated the water pump was leaking and had to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 81,000. | |||
| 11/03/2011 | 92000 | ||
| Was going to leave for work, started my truck to an instant horrible knocking sound! never even put it in drive. had it towed to my mechanic, and was informed that there was a hole in the engine block, caused by a rod. no warning signs or check engine/oil lights ever came on.. | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 81000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while the vehicle was parked the contact noticed there was antifreeze and water leaking underneath the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the mechanic stated the water pump was leaking and had to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 81,000. rvk | |||
| 11/03/2011 | 92000 | ||
| Was going to leave for work, started my truck to an instant horrible knocking sound! never even put it in drive. had it towed to my mechanic, and was informed that there was a hole in the engine block, caused by a rod. no warning signs or check engine/oil lights ever came on.. | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 81000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while parked the contact noticed there was antifreeze and water leaking from underneath the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. the mechanic stated the water pump was leaking and would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 81,000. ds | |||
| 11/27/2011 | 97133 | ||
| This vehical has been fine, after the recalls were done,. i have 5 kids love the space and power. i have had recent problems with water in the car wash and when rainning makting it want to stall but it kept on running. eveything was great until yesterday morrning. my wife went out to take the kids to mcdonalds and she says it sounded like a large balloon popped with a large amount of smoke comming from the exhaust. now i have what sounds like a loud tick or a knock from the passengerside back. it however sounds like a lawn mower running when it does run and per valvoline service no fire on number eight cylinder. as i now have read i am not the only indavidual with the problem and it is not isolated. if i had not been doing the recomended matinance and not keeping up on this truck i could understand, but a vehical costing over $32,000.00 new should last more than 97,000 miles. soneone needs to stand up and be accountable. | |||
| 11/03/2011 | 92000 | ||
| Was going to leave for work, started my truck to an instant horrible knocking sound! never even put it in drive. had it towed to my mechanic, and was informed that there was a hole in the engine block, caused by a rod. no warning signs or check engine/oil lights ever came on.. | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 81000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while parked the contact noticed there was antifreeze and water leaking from underneath the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. the mechanic stated the water pump was leaking and would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 81,000. ds | |||
| 11/27/2011 | 97133 | ||
| This vehical has been fine, after the recalls were done,. i have 5 kids love the space and power. i have had recent problems with water in the car wash and when rainning makting it want to stall but it kept on running. eveything was great until yesterday morrning. my wife went out to take the kids to mcdonalds and she says it sounded like a large balloon popped with a large amount of smoke comming from the exhaust. now i have what sounds like a loud tick or a knock from the passengerside back. it however sounds like a lawn mower running when it does run and per valvoline service no fire on number eight cylinder. as i now have read i am not the only indavidual with the problem and it is not isolated. if i had not been doing the recomended matinance and not keeping up on this truck i could understand, but a vehical costing over $32,000.00 new should last more than 97,000 miles. soneone needs to stand up and be accountable. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 158000 | ||
| While driving on the interstate hwy the engine failed without warning. | |||
| 11/27/2011 | 97133 | ||
| This vehical has been fine, after the recalls were done,. i have 5 kids love the space and power. i have had recent problems with water in the car wash and when rainning makting it want to stall but it kept on running. eveything was great until yesterday morrning. my wife went out to take the kids to mcdonalds and she says it sounded like a large balloon popped with a large amount of smoke comming from the exhaust. now i have what sounds like a loud tick or a knock from the passengerside back. it however sounds like a lawn mower running when it does run and per valvoline service no fire on number eight cylinder. as i now have read i am not the only indavidual with the problem and it is not isolated. if i had not been doing the recomended matinance and not keeping up on this truck i could understand, but a vehical costing over $32,000.00 new should last more than 97,000 miles. soneone needs to stand up and be accountable. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 158000 | ||
| While driving on the interstate hwy the engine failed without warning. | |||
| 11/27/2011 | 97133 | ||
| This vehical has been fine, after the recalls were done,. i have 5 kids love the space and power. i have had recent problems with water in the car wash and when rainning makting it want to stall but it kept on running. eveything was great until yesterday morrning. my wife went out to take the kids to mcdonalds and she says it sounded like a large balloon popped with a large amount of smoke comming from the exhaust. now i have what sounds like a loud tick or a knock from the passengerside back. it however sounds like a lawn mower running when it does run and per valvoline service no fire on number eight cylinder. as i now have read i am not the only indavidual with the problem and it is not isolated. if i had not been doing the recomended matinance and not keeping up on this truck i could understand, but a vehical costing over $32,000.00 new should last more than 97,000 miles. soneone needs to stand up and be accountable. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 158000 | ||
| While driving on the interstate hwy the engine failed without warning. | |||
| 11/09/2011 | 129000 | ||
| My husband was driving on the highway at 70 mph (out of town) when he heard a very loud pop. the engine failed and he had to make his way over to the side of the road at a high rate of speed and very little control due to engine failure. he said the truck jerked so hard it actually felt like he hit something. when he made it over to the side of the road he got out of the vehicle and oil was leaking from the bottom of the vehicle. he had the truck towed to a garage. after the service techican inspected the vehicle he said it blew a rod through the engine. the vehicle costs me nearly $30,000.00 and had 129,000 miles on it. after talking with several different mechanics i was told that these engines are know for this problem. a jasper replacement engine cost about $7000.00!!!! i telephoned dodge on a few different occasions and they refuse to help because my extended warranty i paid thousands of dollars for expired. i surely thought i was buying a quality vehicle but apparently i am wrong. i am sure glad i wasn't driving with my kids when this happened, one wrong move and the vehicle could have hit another car! thank god nobody got hurt. now i am stuck trying to figure out what to do with this vehicle????? i certainly don't have $7000.00 dollars and a used engine is very hard to find due to so many people looking for them! when i went into work the next day, my co-worker who has the same exact vehicle with the exception of the color, informed me his engine blew too! come on dodge-get a clue! accept responsibility for your hemi's having problems! i don't know how you stay in business! | |||
| 06/01/2011 | 90000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while applying the brakes with the illumination of the instrument panel lights. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics but not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and a complaint was filed. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 98,000. kmj | |||
| 06/01/2011 | 90000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated while the brake was depressed the vehicle stalled. the lights on the instrumental panel illuminated while the failure occurred. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic. the manufacturer took a report 21551056, and advised the failure was not recalled. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin information was not available. the failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 98,000. li | |||
| 10/11/2011 | 111400 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact heard a knocking noise as she exit the vehicle. the dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. the vehicle failure was not diagnosed nor was it repaired. the current mileage was 111,500. the approximate failure mileage was 111,400. | |||
| 10/11/2011 | 111400 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact heard a knocking noise as she exit the vehicle. the dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. the vehicle failure was not diagnosed nor was it repaired. the current mileage was 111,500. the approximate failure mileage was 111,400. rvk | |||
| 10/11/2011 | 111400 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that she heard a knocking noise coming from vehicle once she exited. the dealer or manufacturer had not been notified nor was the vehicle diagnosed or repaired. the current mileage was 111,500. the approximate failure mileage was 111,400. bw | |||
| 03/15/2011 | |||
| Bolts in exhaust manifold are too small causing the bolts to breakoff and creating a loud ticking noise in engine motor. | |||
| 08/24/2011 | 70000 | ||
| I have a dodge 2004 durango. my children and i were heading to the drs when we were driving about 40 miles and hour through an intersection and all of a sudden we heard this loud noise. i thought i hit something so i pulled over. come to find out, i blew a hole in my engine. not lights, no warning! i have gotten estimates which equal between $5,500 - $6,000 to replace the engine. i have been doing some investigative work and come to find out, this is a major problem in the dodge durango that is not being addressed by the manufacturer. i find my story to be the same that so many have experienced. i too had my engine cut out while i was driving anywhere from 25 miles and hour to 60 miles and hour with no warning. many times while i was turning losing my power steering. this is a major safety issue not to mention now a major economic issue. i do not have the money to repair this without going in debt. i need the assistance nhtsa with this situation. please help me & my family! | |||
| 06/25/2010 | 84000 | ||
| Traveling uphill at 65 mph traffic came to a halt, i removed my foot from the gas pedal to apply the brakes and then the engine stalled. i was in the fast lane, my speed at this point was 5 mph (coasting , no engine) i had to put the transmission in park and restarted the engine. this has happened once before with less than 10,000 miles in a simular stiuation. i also own two 2010 dodge challengers with the same type engine, i have spoken to many of the 2008-2011 challenger owners and they report the same thing happening. i believe that this stituation is wide spread troughout chrysler with the hemi engines, computer system. this can become a very dangerous situation and needs to be looked at. many of the people that i have spoken with, have mentioned this to their dealer's service department and chrysler, however they have not received any satisfaction to the problem. | |||
| 08/06/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Suv had been running just fine, with no warning on a saturday morning i loaded up the kids to go to the pool and started the truck. it sounded like rocks being thrown around in the engine and my husband in the garage saw sparks under the car. i turned it off immediately. had the truck towed to the dodge dealer where it was originally bought and received all of its service and it turns out the engine threw a rod. 2004 hemi with 102000 miles. dodge dealer told me they could fix it for just over $10k with a new engine or $7500 for a used engine - absolutely ridiculous! upon internet search, appears that too many 04 hemis have had this problem. i'm not ready to part with this truck, i expected to run it for many many many years - not 7. chrysler owes the consumers for this shoddy engine. * ended up going with a remanufactured jasper engine installed by motorworks in monmouth, nj - $6500. this is far too much to spend on a 7 year old car, i will never buy a dodge again. | |||
| 08/24/2011 | 70000 | ||
| I have a dodge 2004 durango. my children and i were heading to the drs when we were driving about 40 miles and hour through an intersection and all of a sudden we heard this loud noise. i thought i hit something so i pulled over. come to find out, i blew a hole in my engine. not lights, no warning! i have gotten estimates which equal between $5,500 - $6,000 to replace the engine. i have been doing some investigative work and come to find out, this is a major problem in the dodge durango that is not being addressed by the manufacturer. i find my story to be the same that so many have experienced. i too had my engine cut out while i was driving anywhere from 25 miles and hour to 60 miles and hour with no warning. many times while i was turning losing my power steering. this is a major safety issue not to mention now a major economic issue. i do not have the money to repair this without going in debt. i need the assistance nhtsa with this situation. please help me & my family! | |||
| 06/25/2010 | 84000 | ||
| Traveling uphill at 65 mph traffic came to a halt, i removed my foot from the gas pedal to apply the brakes and then the engine stalled. i was in the fast lane, my speed at this point was 5 mph (coasting , no engine) i had to put the transmission in park and restarted the engine. this has happened once before with less than 10,000 miles in a simular stiuation. i also own two 2010 dodge challengers with the same type engine, i have spoken to many of the 2008-2011 challenger owners and they report the same thing happening. i believe that this stituation is wide spread troughout chrysler with the hemi engines, computer system. this can become a very dangerous situation and needs to be looked at. many of the people that i have spoken with, have mentioned this to their dealer's service department and chrysler, however they have not received any satisfaction to the problem. | |||
| 08/06/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Suv had been running just fine, with no warning on a saturday morning i loaded up the kids to go to the pool and started the truck. it sounded like rocks being thrown around in the engine and my husband in the garage saw sparks under the car. i turned it off immediately. had the truck towed to the dodge dealer where it was originally bought and received all of its service and it turns out the engine threw a rod. 2004 hemi with 102000 miles. dodge dealer told me they could fix it for just over $10k with a new engine or $7500 for a used engine - absolutely ridiculous! upon internet search, appears that too many 04 hemis have had this problem. i'm not ready to part with this truck, i expected to run it for many many many years - not 7. chrysler owes the consumers for this shoddy engine. * ended up going with a remanufactured jasper engine installed by motorworks in monmouth, nj - $6500. this is far too much to spend on a 7 year old car, i will never buy a dodge again. | |||
| 08/24/2011 | 70000 | ||
| I have a dodge 2004 durango. my children and i were heading to the drs when we were driving about 40 miles and hour through an intersection and all of a sudden we heard this loud noise. i thought i hit something so i pulled over. come to find out, i blew a hole in my engine. not lights, no warning! i have gotten estimates which equal between $5,500 - $6,000 to replace the engine. i have been doing some investigative work and come to find out, this is a major problem in the dodge durango that is not being addressed by the manufacturer. i find my story to be the same that so many have experienced. i too had my engine cut out while i was driving anywhere from 25 miles and hour to 60 miles and hour with no warning. many times while i was turning losing my power steering. this is a major safety issue not to mention now a major economic issue. i do not have the money to repair this without going in debt. i need the assistance nhtsa with this situation. please help me & my family! | |||
| 06/25/2010 | 84000 | ||
| Traveling uphill at 65 mph traffic came to a halt, i removed my foot from the gas pedal to apply the brakes and then the engine stalled. i was in the fast lane, my speed at this point was 5 mph (coasting , no engine) i had to put the transmission in park and restarted the engine. this has happened once before with less than 10,000 miles in a simular stiuation. i also own two 2010 dodge challengers with the same type engine, i have spoken to many of the 2008-2011 challenger owners and they report the same thing happening. i believe that this stituation is wide spread troughout chrysler with the hemi engines, computer system. this can become a very dangerous situation and needs to be looked at. many of the people that i have spoken with, have mentioned this to their dealer's service department and chrysler, however they have not received any satisfaction to the problem. | |||
| 08/06/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Suv had been running just fine, with no warning on a saturday morning i loaded up the kids to go to the pool and started the truck. it sounded like rocks being thrown around in the engine and my husband in the garage saw sparks under the car. i turned it off immediately. had the truck towed to the dodge dealer where it was originally bought and received all of its service and it turns out the engine threw a rod. 2004 hemi with 102000 miles. dodge dealer told me they could fix it for just over $10k with a new engine or $7500 for a used engine - absolutely ridiculous! upon internet search, appears that too many 04 hemis have had this problem. i'm not ready to part with this truck, i expected to run it for many many many years - not 7. chrysler owes the consumers for this shoddy engine. * ended up going with a remanufactured jasper engine installed by motorworks in monmouth, nj - $6500. this is far too much to spend on a 7 year old car, i will never buy a dodge again. | |||
| 06/25/2010 | 84000 | ||
| Traveling uphill at 65 mph traffic came to a halt, i removed my foot from the gas pedal to apply the brakes and then the engine stalled. i was in the fast lane, my speed at this point was 5 mph (coasting , no engine) i had to put the transmission in park and restarted the engine. this has happened once before with less than 10,000 miles in a simular stiuation. i also own two 2010 dodge challengers with the same type engine, i have spoken to many of the 2008-2011 challenger owners and they report the same thing happening. i believe that this stituation is wide spread troughout chrysler with the hemi engines, computer system. this can become a very dangerous situation and needs to be looked at. many of the people that i have spoken with, have mentioned this to their dealer's service department and chrysler, however they have not received any satisfaction to the problem. | |||
| 08/06/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Suv had been running just fine, with no warning on a saturday morning i loaded up the kids to go to the pool and started the truck. it sounded like rocks being thrown around in the engine and my husband in the garage saw sparks under the car. i turned it off immediately. had the truck towed to the dodge dealer where it was originally bought and received all of its service and it turns out the engine threw a rod. 2004 hemi with 102000 miles. dodge dealer told me they could fix it for just over $10k with a new engine or $7500 for a used engine - absolutely ridiculous! upon internet search, appears that too many 04 hemis have had this problem. i'm not ready to part with this truck, i expected to run it for many many many years - not 7. chrysler owes the consumers for this shoddy engine. * ended up going with a remanufactured jasper engine installed by motorworks in monmouth, nj - $6500. this is far too much to spend on a 7 year old car, i will never buy a dodge again. | |||
| 01/01/2010 | 100000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that water penetrated the engine numerous times causing the vehicle to stall. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the windshield cowscreen. the manufacturer denied assistance with the repair. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 150,000. | |||
| 01/01/2010 | 100000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that water penetrated the engine numerous times causing the vehicle to stall. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the windshield cowscreen. the manufacturer denied assistance with the repair. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 150,000. kmj | |||
| 08/07/2011 | 77000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle was parked for approximately fifteen minutes when it caught on fire. the fire and police department appeared on the scene, but the fire was extinguished before their arrival. the contact stated that the fire originated near the dashboard area. the vehicle was towed to the contact's home and then to an authorized dealer. the contact was not yet aware of the cause of failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and sent an investigator to examine the vehicle. the failure and current mileages were 77,000. kmj | |||
| 08/07/2011 | 77000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle was parked for approximately fifteen minutes, when it caught on fire. the fire and police departments appeared on the scene, but another person extinguished the fire. the contact stated that the fire originated near the dashboard area. the vehicle was towed to the contact's home and then to an authorized dealer. the contact was not yet aware of the cause of failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and sent an investigator to examine the vehicle. the failure and current mileages were 77,000. sm. | |||
| 05/23/2011 | 110000 | ||
| My family and i were getting ready to go on vacation for memorial day. out of nowhere with absolutely no warning, when attempting to start our dodge durango with a 5.7 hemi engine, there was complete catastrophic engine failure. we had driven the vehicle the day before with no issues at all. we have a neighbor who is a certified mechanic come immediately out of his house at the sound and tell us to shut it down and get back because of a risk of fire. he gave us the good neighbor discount to get it completely rebuilt, but that is still over $4000. i think that dodge should step up and start helping all these poor people out with these repairs, after all america helped them out when they needed it most. | |||
| 07/09/2011 | 119000 | ||
| I recently purchased a 2004 dodge durango 5.7 v8 limited. 6months ago to be exact. i went on vacation for a week and parked the truck in my family's yard. coming home from vacation i was informed the truck was started up and family members heard a loud knocking noise. when i arrived to pick up the vehicle i was amazed by the knocking noise and it actually gets louder if you step on the gas. long story short i now need a new engine . car has 119,000 miles on it and ran beautifully till this incident. i am now out of a truck and still making payments and i am told dodge is aware of the problem, but offers no solutions. this is how america's car makers treat their consumers. i along with others feel this is a blackeye to the amreican consmer from dodge. new or used engines start at $3000 and you still have no promises that you wont have the same problem.i cant understand this engine problem because the car is well maintained. | |||
| 02/27/2011 | 117000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi truck stalled would not restart. towed vehicle to garage was told engine threw a rod would need a new engine. truck has 117,000 miles on it well maintained and ran perfect till this. | |||
| 07/09/2011 | 119000 | ||
| I recently purchased a 2004 dodge durango 5.7 v8 limited. 6months ago to be exact. i went on vacation for a week and parked the truck in my family's yard. coming home from vacation i was informed the truck was started up and family members heard a loud knocking noise. when i arrived to pick up the vehicle i was amazed by the knocking noise and it actually gets louder if you step on the gas. long story short i now need a new engine . car has 119,000 miles on it and ran beautifully till this incident. i am now out of a truck and still making payments and i am told dodge is aware of the problem, but offers no solutions. this is how america's car makers treat their consumers. i along with others feel this is a blackeye to the amreican consmer from dodge. new or used engines start at $3000 and you still have no promises that you wont have the same problem.i cant understand this engine problem because the car is well maintained. | |||
| 02/27/2011 | 117000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi truck stalled would not restart. towed vehicle to garage was told engine threw a rod would need a new engine. truck has 117,000 miles on it well maintained and ran perfect till this. | |||
| 07/09/2011 | 119000 | ||
| I recently purchased a 2004 dodge durango 5.7 v8 limited. 6months ago to be exact. i went on vacation for a week and parked the truck in my family's yard. coming home from vacation i was informed the truck was started up and family members heard a loud knocking noise. when i arrived to pick up the vehicle i was amazed by the knocking noise and it actually gets louder if you step on the gas. long story short i now need a new engine . car has 119,000 miles on it and ran beautifully till this incident. i am now out of a truck and still making payments and i am told dodge is aware of the problem, but offers no solutions. this is how america's car makers treat their consumers. i along with others feel this is a blackeye to the amreican consmer from dodge. new or used engines start at $3000 and you still have no promises that you wont have the same problem.i cant understand this engine problem because the car is well maintained. | |||
| 02/27/2011 | 117000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi truck stalled would not restart. towed vehicle to garage was told engine threw a rod would need a new engine. truck has 117,000 miles on it well maintained and ran perfect till this. | |||
| 06/12/2011 | 100000 | ||
| My 2004 durango 5.7 hemi was bought in 2003 brand new off of goodwins lot in our town of new castle, in. we had the truck approx. 3 years before we began having problems. problems like a ticking noise, when it rained, the truck would die--in the middle of the road-while driving, which was very dangerous-to myself and other motorists. the oil was changed per every 3 mths-as instructed, but the truck still seemed to run low on oil. finally, the reason i'm filing this complaint-- 2 wks ago-the truck began ticking again--even though it wasn't raining-then made a loud pop noise-and died--smoke coming under the hood and oil spurting out from under the truck's body. we took it to a mechanic-he said, the engine block has a hole in it from a rod that somehow broke loose--the truck looks as if it's been losing oil for some reason-this problem was from no fault of the owner-i feel upkeep has been done on this truck so it wasn't from negligence. we now have to put a brand new engine in our truck and i have nothing to drive for a month! after reviewing many other complaints about the 2004 durango--and noting that most, if not all of them have similar dangerous issues wrong with their truck-i feel dodge should take responsibility for this suv and recall it--@ least the engine/oil problems. when someone dies in an accident due to the engine locking up while driving--dodge will have a suit on their hands--and i will be a part of it!! | |||
| 06/02/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the instrument panel lights started flashing as the vehicle stalled. the contact mentioned that she had problems starting the vehicle before the failure occurred therefore, she had to jump started the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the battery cable shorted out, melting the egr tube due to the cluster being program incorrectly. as a result, the battery cable and the egr tube needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 04v578000 (electrical system:battery:cables). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 104,000. | |||
| 04/17/2011 | 76400 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango hemi fatal engine flaw. on sunday april 17th 2011, i went out to start up my car and the most horrible banging, clanking noises came from the engine, i had the vechicle towed to my local mechanic and he stated there was a hole in the engine block and the car would need a new engine.this engine was very well maintained with regular oil changes and had only 76,400 miles on it. i had the 7/70000 warranty. i filed a case with dodge and was assigned a case manager. roland had me get the vechicle towed to my dodge dealer (at my expense). then again at my expense the dealer wanted an hour of service to inspect the engine. ($105) two days later the dealer callled saying the district manager of wanted them to inspect the bottom of the engine and authorize another 2hrs of labor. the initial engine inspeciton was apparently only the top of the engine which was found to be clean with no sludge or signs of neglect. i still had no answer as to why this engine self destructed without any warning. dodge refused to give me more than $1500 since i was out of warranty and a new remaned engine would be $7900!! i decided to sell the car for scrap, dodge does not stand behind their products, a well maintained engine of a$ 40,000 vechicle should not self destruct just outside of warranty and the owner should not be expected to pay for the diagnosis. i was out over $300 and fought with dodge customer service for over 3weeks. if i had been driving the car when the engine flaw happened the wheels may have locked up and the car could have rolled. there are numerous other complaints about this issue on this sight. dodge needs to be held accountable for such poor workmanship! | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 114050 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph the horn began to sound, the door locks began to unlock and lock. smoke began to rise from the dashboard, and one of the engine pistons came through the floorboard. the vehicle was taken to her home where it remained parked. the contact noticed there were holes within the engine and the piston casings were shattered. the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed they would not honor the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel), due to the contacts original dealer being out of business. the failure mileage was 114,050. | |||
| 04/17/2011 | 76400 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango hemi fatal engine flaw. on sunday april 17th 2011, i went out to start up my car and the most horrible banging, clanking noises came from the engine, i had the vechicle towed to my local mechanic and he stated there was a hole in the engine block and the car would need a new engine.this engine was very well maintained with regular oil changes and had only 76,400 miles on it. i had the 7/70000 warranty. i filed a case with dodge and was assigned a case manager. roland had me get the vechicle towed to my dodge dealer (at my expense). then again at my expense the dealer wanted an hour of service to inspect the engine. ($105) two days later the dealer callled saying the district manager of wanted them to inspect the bottom of the engine and authorize another 2hrs of labor. the initial engine inspeciton was apparently only the top of the engine which was found to be clean with no sludge or signs of neglect. i still had no answer as to why this engine self destructed without any warning. dodge refused to give me more than $1500 since i was out of warranty and a new remaned engine would be $7900!! i decided to sell the car for scrap, dodge does not stand behind their products, a well maintained engine of a$ 40,000 vechicle should not self destruct just outside of warranty and the owner should not be expected to pay for the diagnosis. i was out over $300 and fought with dodge customer service for over 3weeks. if i had been driving the car when the engine flaw happened the wheels may have locked up and the car could have rolled. there are numerous other complaints about this issue on this sight. dodge needs to be held accountable for such poor workmanship! | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 114050 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph the horn began to sound, the door locks began to unlock and lock. smoke began to rise from the dashboard, and one of the engine pistons came through the floorboard. the vehicle was taken to her home where it remained parked. the contact noticed there were holes within the engine and the piston casings were shattered. the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed they would not honor the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel), due to the contacts original dealer being out of business. the failure mileage was 114,050. | |||
| 05/13/2011 | 107000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 107,000 miles engine failure without any warning my engine blew a rod, while going 55 mph, i have always kept maintanence up to date, towed it to dodge dealership and was told i could pay them to look at it and diagnose what was wrong, but that it was probably from oil sludge from not taking care of the car. they have been the ones doing my oil changes for the last year. they told me they know of no problems what so ever with the 04 durango engines... | |||
| 04/17/2011 | 76400 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango hemi fatal engine flaw. on sunday april 17th 2011, i went out to start up my car and the most horrible banging, clanking noises came from the engine, i had the vechicle towed to my local mechanic and he stated there was a hole in the engine block and the car would need a new engine.this engine was very well maintained with regular oil changes and had only 76,400 miles on it. i had the 7/70000 warranty. i filed a case with dodge and was assigned a case manager. roland had me get the vechicle towed to my dodge dealer (at my expense). then again at my expense the dealer wanted an hour of service to inspect the engine. ($105) two days later the dealer callled saying the district manager of wanted them to inspect the bottom of the engine and authorize another 2hrs of labor. the initial engine inspeciton was apparently only the top of the engine which was found to be clean with no sludge or signs of neglect. i still had no answer as to why this engine self destructed without any warning. dodge refused to give me more than $1500 since i was out of warranty and a new remaned engine would be $7900!! i decided to sell the car for scrap, dodge does not stand behind their products, a well maintained engine of a$ 40,000 vechicle should not self destruct just outside of warranty and the owner should not be expected to pay for the diagnosis. i was out over $300 and fought with dodge customer service for over 3weeks. if i had been driving the car when the engine flaw happened the wheels may have locked up and the car could have rolled. there are numerous other complaints about this issue on this sight. dodge needs to be held accountable for such poor workmanship! | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 114050 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph the horn began to sound, the door locks began to unlock and lock. smoke began to rise from the dashboard, and one of the engine pistons came through the floorboard. the vehicle was taken to her home where it remained parked. the contact noticed there were holes within the engine and the piston casings were shattered. the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed they would not honor the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel), due to the contacts original dealer being out of business. the failure mileage was 114,050. | |||
| 05/13/2011 | 107000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 107,000 miles engine failure without any warning my engine blew a rod, while going 55 mph, i have always kept maintanence up to date, towed it to dodge dealership and was told i could pay them to look at it and diagnose what was wrong, but that it was probably from oil sludge from not taking care of the car. they have been the ones doing my oil changes for the last year. they told me they know of no problems what so ever with the 04 durango engines... | |||
| 05/12/2011 | 114050 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph the horn began to sound, the door locks began to unlock and lock, smoke began to rise from the dashboard, and one of the engine pistons shot through the floor board. the vehicle was taken home where it was parked. the contact noticed there were holes within the engine and the piston casings were shattered. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed they would not honor the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel), due to the contact's original dealer being out of business. the failure mileage was 114,050. sm. | |||
| 05/13/2011 | 107000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 107,000 miles engine failure without any warning my engine blew a rod, while going 55 mph, i have always kept maintanence up to date, towed it to dodge dealership and was told i could pay them to look at it and diagnose what was wrong, but that it was probably from oil sludge from not taking care of the car. they have been the ones doing my oil changes for the last year. they told me they know of no problems what so ever with the 04 durango engines... | |||
| 05/24/2011 | 147000 | ||
| . found out that the ticking noise was #7 cylinder connecting rod was bent and hitting the baffle above the crankshaft. it bent when delaer called an told me i had a major repair problem, as i was driving it on highway ,the engine began to shake i thought it was a valve problem. working on filing a complaint with nhtsa dealer told me i need a engine repalcement only 147,000 mile oil changes every 3,500 miles there needs to be a immediate recall this is a dangerous occurence and some one will end up hurt. | |||
| 05/02/2010 | 95000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango w/ a 5.7 hemi. drove this vehicle back and forth to work everyday without any problems. i loved this suv! it was by far the nicest vehicle i have ever owned. friends joked that i babied it more than i did my children. i took very good care of this vehicle mechanically and cosmetically. being an ex-mechanic, i am very aware of the necessity of regular maintenance. i parked the vehicle friday night and all day sat. wife went to go do the grocery shopping sun morning and claimed that the enigine turned over a little and then there was a thunk noise and wouldn't restart. i went out and tried to start the durango. on the third try, the engine started. there was a loud clicking noise coming from the engine. it sounded ike the bendix was stuck on the starter. i tried tapping on the starter to disengage it to no avail. i replaced the starter with a new one and got the same sound. i called a local mechanic about the problem and he came to my house to hear the problem. when we started the engine, the noise was noticeably louder. after an hour of crawling around under the vehicle it appeared to be an internal engine problem. on furthur inspection we found a small crack on the drivers side of the block. i can not afford to have the engine replaced even though i am still making payments, insurance, and tags. after all the other research i have done and the hundreds of people i have found with this same problem, i just don't understand why chrysler hasn't released a recall. i was very lucky that this didn't happen while traveling down the highway. the durango has approx. 95,000 miles on it. this type of failure should not be happening this early to this amount of any vehicle. | |||
| 04/25/2011 | 82000 | ||
| My husband started the durango and heard a loud clicking sound coming from the engine. he found a puddle of oil underneath and discovered there was a large hole in the oil pan. we had it towed to the dealer and was told that a rod had shot through the oil pan and that our engine would have to be replaced. we have always maintained the oil changes and upkeep. the day before this happened we had driven all over and had no problems. prior to this there had been two occassions when i was going down the road and the engine just shut down and i couldnt control the steering or brakes but they happened about a year apart and started up immediately. luckily i wasnt in busy traffic when this occured. i thought it was a fluke because there was never any engine lights on. even the morning when he discovered the clicking sound there were no dash lights on. | |||
| 04/19/2011 | 78600 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 60 mph, there was a loud bang heard from the outside of the vehicle. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road and noticed a substantial amount of oil leaking from the engine. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they detected a blown tie rod. the technician stated that the engine would need to be replaced. the vehicle could not be repaired because the manufacturer discontinued the production of the specific model engine needed for the vehicle. the contact planned to take the vehicle to a salvage facility. the failure mileage was 78,600. | |||
| 04/25/2011 | 82000 | ||
| My husband started the durango and heard a loud clicking sound coming from the engine. he found a puddle of oil underneath and discovered there was a large hole in the oil pan. we had it towed to the dealer and was told that a rod had shot through the oil pan and that our engine would have to be replaced. we have always maintained the oil changes and upkeep. the day before this happened we had driven all over and had no problems. prior to this there had been two occassions when i was going down the road and the engine just shut down and i couldnt control the steering or brakes but they happened about a year apart and started up immediately. luckily i wasnt in busy traffic when this occured. i thought it was a fluke because there was never any engine lights on. even the morning when he discovered the clicking sound there were no dash lights on. | |||
| 04/19/2011 | 78600 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 60 mph, there was a loud bang outside of the vehicle. the contact maneuvered to the side of the road and noticed a substantial amount of oil leaking from the engine. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they detected a blown tie rod. the technician stated that the engine would need to be replaced. the vehicle could not be repaired because the manufacturer discontinued the production of that specific model engine. the contact planned to take the vehicle to a salvage facility. the failure mileage was 78,600. js | |||
| 04/22/2011 | 141000 | ||
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| 03/28/2011 | 131000 | ||
| I went out to start my vehicle, on the morning of march 28, to let it warm up, and when i tried to start the car, it made a horrible noise so i immediately turned the car off. my husband came out and popped the hood to see if what was making the noise, was visible. it wasn't. we called a mechanic and he came to our house to look at the vehicle and after he tried to start it, he immediately turned it off too. he told us he really thought it was the motor and that it had thrown a rod. he told us not to drive it anywhere, which i wouldn't have anyway, considering the noise it was making! we called a wrecker and had it towed to a mechanic. he called us to tell us it definitely was the motor. we have to get a new motor which is going to cost us somewhere in the neighborhood of $4-5,000! we do not have that kind of money!!!! from what i have read on several websites, this isn't the first time this has happened to a 2004 durango with a 5.7 hemi. we contacted the dodge dealership where i purchased the vehicle and the literally went all around the subject of how many times this has happened to others and if there was something chrysler could do to help! they want $6,000 just for a motor! that doesn't include labor! you've got to be kidding me!!! i contacted one place checking on a replacement engine and the gentleman said you're lucky, most people with that year durango, have already had to replace their motors 2-3 times! lucky, are you serious? who could afford to do that 2-3 times??? something needs to be done about this! chrysler needs to step up and back their name up by taking care of this problem, not just for me, but for everyone who has had the same problem. please help! thank you in advance for your any assistance you can give. | |||
| 04/16/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 65 mph the contact heard a loud noise in the engine and there was an oil spill. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and stated that the engine rod punctured the engine. the manufacturer filed report 20713758. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 104,000. | |||
| 03/28/2011 | 131000 | ||
| I went out to start my vehicle, on the morning of march 28, to let it warm up, and when i tried to start the car, it made a horrible noise so i immediately turned the car off. my husband came out and popped the hood to see if what was making the noise, was visible. it wasn't. we called a mechanic and he came to our house to look at the vehicle and after he tried to start it, he immediately turned it off too. he told us he really thought it was the motor and that it had thrown a rod. he told us not to drive it anywhere, which i wouldn't have anyway, considering the noise it was making! we called a wrecker and had it towed to a mechanic. he called us to tell us it definitely was the motor. we have to get a new motor which is going to cost us somewhere in the neighborhood of $4-5,000! we do not have that kind of money!!!! from what i have read on several websites, this isn't the first time this has happened to a 2004 durango with a 5.7 hemi. we contacted the dodge dealership where i purchased the vehicle and the literally went all around the subject of how many times this has happened to others and if there was something chrysler could do to help! they want $6,000 just for a motor! that doesn't include labor! you've got to be kidding me!!! i contacted one place checking on a replacement engine and the gentleman said you're lucky, most people with that year durango, have already had to replace their motors 2-3 times! lucky, are you serious? who could afford to do that 2-3 times??? something needs to be done about this! chrysler needs to step up and back their name up by taking care of this problem, not just for me, but for everyone who has had the same problem. please help! thank you in advance for your any assistance you can give. | |||
| 04/16/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 65 mph the contact heard a loud noise in the engine and there was an oil spill. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and stated that the engine rod punctured the engine. the manufacturer filed report 20713758. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 104,000. | |||
| 03/28/2011 | 131000 | ||
| I went out to start my vehicle, on the morning of march 28, to let it warm up, and when i tried to start the car, it made a horrible noise so i immediately turned the car off. my husband came out and popped the hood to see if what was making the noise, was visible. it wasn't. we called a mechanic and he came to our house to look at the vehicle and after he tried to start it, he immediately turned it off too. he told us he really thought it was the motor and that it had thrown a rod. he told us not to drive it anywhere, which i wouldn't have anyway, considering the noise it was making! we called a wrecker and had it towed to a mechanic. he called us to tell us it definitely was the motor. we have to get a new motor which is going to cost us somewhere in the neighborhood of $4-5,000! we do not have that kind of money!!!! from what i have read on several websites, this isn't the first time this has happened to a 2004 durango with a 5.7 hemi. we contacted the dodge dealership where i purchased the vehicle and the literally went all around the subject of how many times this has happened to others and if there was something chrysler could do to help! they want $6,000 just for a motor! that doesn't include labor! you've got to be kidding me!!! i contacted one place checking on a replacement engine and the gentleman said you're lucky, most people with that year durango, have already had to replace their motors 2-3 times! lucky, are you serious? who could afford to do that 2-3 times??? something needs to be done about this! chrysler needs to step up and back their name up by taking care of this problem, not just for me, but for everyone who has had the same problem. please help! thank you in advance for your any assistance you can give. | |||
| 04/16/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 65 mph the contact heard a loud noise in the engine and there was an oil spill. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and stated that the engine rod punctured the engine. the manufacturer filed report 20713758. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 104,000. | |||
| 04/16/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving at approximately 65mph the contact heard a loud noise in the engine oil spilled. the vehicle was towed to the local mechanic whom inspected the vehicle and located the failure at the engine rod punctured the engine. the manufacturer took a report 20713758. the vehicle has not been repaired the failure and the current miles was 104,000. li | |||
| 04/08/2011 | 78000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 70 mph, the contact heard a loud noise relative to something blowing up, he noticed smoke coming from the engine. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle and found a hole in the engine. the mechanic stated that the entire engine needed to be replaced. the contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 04/08/2011 | 78000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 70 mph, the contact heard a loud noise relative to something blowing up, when he noticed smoke coming from the engine. the vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where he inspected the vehicle and found a hole in the engine. the private mechanic advised the contact to have the entire engine replaced. the contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer nor was the vehicle repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. the vin was unavailable. bw | |||
| 04/04/2011 | 87000 | ||
| Dodge durango 2004, 5.7 hemi engine , i tried to start the car but at the first attempt i just hear a noise but the engine didn't start. at the third time the engine start it, but it was a making a clicking noise that increased with the acceleration of the engine. before this incident i did not have any issue with my car, i bought it over two years ago. i been doing the services at least every 3,000 miles , but the thing that make me upset is that i was doing the services at dallas dodge, i may have proof of some of those services. but in the last service i went to a different place, it was a guy that has been working in chops his whole life , and the first thing that he notice when he was changing the oil is that was so dirty. he ask me about how often i was doing the oil,when i told him about every 3,000 miles, at the end he did the comment that they were not changing the oil. well now i have three different opinions about my engine, and unfortunately i have to replace a engine that goes from 4,750 to 6,700, i have been reading about problems with this engine and it seems like there was many complains about this engine, now the engine and the bad service it make it worse. i know you guys must have hundreds of this messages but really hope you guys can help me with some directions, well at least if this does not help me, it may help somebody else with the same problem. | |||
| 04/08/2011 | 78000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 70 mph, the contact heard a loud noise relative to something blowing up, when he noticed smoke coming from the engine. the vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where he inspected the vehicle and found a hole in the engine. the private mechanic advised the contact to have the entire engine replaced. the contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer nor was the vehicle repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. the vin was unavailable. bw | |||
| 04/04/2011 | 87000 | ||
| Dodge durango 2004, 5.7 hemi engine , i tried to start the car but at the first attempt i just hear a noise but the engine didn't start. at the third time the engine start it, but it was a making a clicking noise that increased with the acceleration of the engine. before this incident i did not have any issue with my car, i bought it over two years ago. i been doing the services at least every 3,000 miles , but the thing that make me upset is that i was doing the services at dallas dodge, i may have proof of some of those services. but in the last service i went to a different place, it was a guy that has been working in chops his whole life , and the first thing that he notice when he was changing the oil is that was so dirty. he ask me about how often i was doing the oil,when i told him about every 3,000 miles, at the end he did the comment that they were not changing the oil. well now i have three different opinions about my engine, and unfortunately i have to replace a engine that goes from 4,750 to 6,700, i have been reading about problems with this engine and it seems like there was many complains about this engine, now the engine and the bad service it make it worse. i know you guys must have hundreds of this messages but really hope you guys can help me with some directions, well at least if this does not help me, it may help somebody else with the same problem. | |||
| 03/23/2011 | 86876 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango hemi 4x4 spits, sputters and shuts down in the rain. it only does this in the rain and dealership has no idea how to fix it. very dangerous as it's my wife's car that she uses to take our daughter to school everyday. many complaints online for same problem. | |||
| 04/04/2011 | 87000 | ||
| Dodge durango 2004, 5.7 hemi engine , i tried to start the car but at the first attempt i just hear a noise but the engine didn't start. at the third time the engine start it, but it was a making a clicking noise that increased with the acceleration of the engine. before this incident i did not have any issue with my car, i bought it over two years ago. i been doing the services at least every 3,000 miles , but the thing that make me upset is that i was doing the services at dallas dodge, i may have proof of some of those services. but in the last service i went to a different place, it was a guy that has been working in chops his whole life , and the first thing that he notice when he was changing the oil is that was so dirty. he ask me about how often i was doing the oil,when i told him about every 3,000 miles, at the end he did the comment that they were not changing the oil. well now i have three different opinions about my engine, and unfortunately i have to replace a engine that goes from 4,750 to 6,700, i have been reading about problems with this engine and it seems like there was many complains about this engine, now the engine and the bad service it make it worse. i know you guys must have hundreds of this messages but really hope you guys can help me with some directions, well at least if this does not help me, it may help somebody else with the same problem. | |||
| 03/23/2011 | 86876 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango hemi 4x4 spits, sputters and shuts down in the rain. it only does this in the rain and dealership has no idea how to fix it. very dangerous as it's my wife's car that she uses to take our daughter to school everyday. many complaints online for same problem. | |||
| 04/04/2011 | 87000 | ||
| Dodge durango 2004, 5.7 hemi engine , i tried to start the car but at the first attempt i just hear a noise but the engine didn't start. at the third time the engine start it, but it was a making a clicking noise that increased with the acceleration of the engine. before this incident i did not have any issue with my car, i bought it over two years ago. i been doing the services at least every 3,000 miles , but the thing that make me upset is that i was doing the services at dallas dodge, i may have proof of some of those services. but in the last service i went to a different place, it was a guy that has been working in chops his whole life , and the first thing that he notice when he was changing the oil is that was so dirty. he ask me about how often i was doing the oil,when i told him about every 3,000 miles, at the end he did the comment that they were not changing the oil. well now i have three different opinions about my engine, and unfortunately i have to replace a engine that goes from 4,750 to 6,700, i have been reading about problems with this engine and it seems like there was many complains about this engine, now the engine and the bad service it make it worse. i know you guys must have hundreds of this messages but really hope you guys can help me with some directions, well at least if this does not help me, it may help somebody else with the same problem. | |||
| 03/23/2011 | 86876 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango hemi 4x4 spits, sputters and shuts down in the rain. it only does this in the rain and dealership has no idea how to fix it. very dangerous as it's my wife's car that she uses to take our daughter to school everyday. many complaints online for same problem. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 77000 | ||
| The piston rod broke off causing three holes to form in the oil pan. it also, caused the engine to seize. | |||
| 03/20/2011 | 84000 | ||
| Catastrophic engine failure. dodge durango 2004 5.7 hemi engine. has 84,000 miles. which is low miles for this type of engine. drove the suv the day before and was running fine. no warning lights etc. next day go out to start it up and hear loud noises coming from engine. had it towed to the dealer and he said a rod broke. maintance was up to date. this shouldn't be happening at 84,000 miles. this is a design flaw or the use of below standards parts. only option is to replace engine. these cars cost 35,000 dollars they should not be having a major engine failure of this type. this engine needs to be recalled and fixed. people are clearly being sold a defected product. | |||
| 03/27/2011 | 111367 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with the hemi 5.7 liter v8. over the last week it was occasionally hard to start when there was rain, otherwise the vehicle runs fine. vehicle has had all regular maintenance, is used for light duty only and has had proper weight oil using mobil 1 synthetic at each oil change. i drove the vehicle home friday night from work, started fine, drove home fine, stopped at a store along the way, no issues starting it after. upon arriving home i shut it off, with no issues apparent. i did not use the vehicle saturday. sunday afternoon i proceed to start the vehicle and the engine suddenly makes a loud clacking noise, followed by a loud bang and stalls. oil was running down the driveway and the engine has a hole in the block. vehicle only has 111k miles on it. there were no warning signs before this happened other then the occasional issue to start when it was raining. repairs estimates have ranged from $5500 to $7000 as the engine is completely ruined. doing some research online i discovered many owners that have had the exact same thing happen, and most of them have had it happen between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. | |||
| 03/15/2011 | 77000 | ||
| The piston rod broke off causing three holes to form in the oil pan. it also, caused the engine to seize. | |||
| 03/20/2011 | 84000 | ||
| Catastrophic engine failure. dodge durango 2004 5.7 hemi engine. has 84,000 miles. which is low miles for this type of engine. drove the suv the day before and was running fine. no warning lights etc. next day go out to start it up and hear loud noises coming from engine. had it towed to the dealer and he said a rod broke. maintance was up to date. this shouldn't be happening at 84,000 miles. this is a design flaw or the use of below standards parts. only option is to replace engine. these cars cost 35,000 dollars they should not be having a major engine failure of this type. this engine needs to be recalled and fixed. people are clearly being sold a defected product. | |||
| 03/27/2011 | 111367 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with the hemi 5.7 liter v8. over the last week it was occasionally hard to start when there was rain, otherwise the vehicle runs fine. vehicle has had all regular maintenance, is used for light duty only and has had proper weight oil using mobil 1 synthetic at each oil change. i drove the vehicle home friday night from work, started fine, drove home fine, stopped at a store along the way, no issues starting it after. upon arriving home i shut it off, with no issues apparent. i did not use the vehicle saturday. sunday afternoon i proceed to start the vehicle and the engine suddenly makes a loud clacking noise, followed by a loud bang and stalls. oil was running down the driveway and the engine has a hole in the block. vehicle only has 111k miles on it. there were no warning signs before this happened other then the occasional issue to start when it was raining. repairs estimates have ranged from $5500 to $7000 as the engine is completely ruined. doing some research online i discovered many owners that have had the exact same thing happen, and most of them have had it happen between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. | |||
| 03/20/2011 | 84000 | ||
| Catastrophic engine failure. dodge durango 2004 5.7 hemi engine. has 84,000 miles. which is low miles for this type of engine. drove the suv the day before and was running fine. no warning lights etc. next day go out to start it up and hear loud noises coming from engine. had it towed to the dealer and he said a rod broke. maintance was up to date. this shouldn't be happening at 84,000 miles. this is a design flaw or the use of below standards parts. only option is to replace engine. these cars cost 35,000 dollars they should not be having a major engine failure of this type. this engine needs to be recalled and fixed. people are clearly being sold a defected product. | |||
| 03/27/2011 | 111367 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with the hemi 5.7 liter v8. over the last week it was occasionally hard to start when there was rain, otherwise the vehicle runs fine. vehicle has had all regular maintenance, is used for light duty only and has had proper weight oil using mobil 1 synthetic at each oil change. i drove the vehicle home friday night from work, started fine, drove home fine, stopped at a store along the way, no issues starting it after. upon arriving home i shut it off, with no issues apparent. i did not use the vehicle saturday. sunday afternoon i proceed to start the vehicle and the engine suddenly makes a loud clacking noise, followed by a loud bang and stalls. oil was running down the driveway and the engine has a hole in the block. vehicle only has 111k miles on it. there were no warning signs before this happened other then the occasional issue to start when it was raining. repairs estimates have ranged from $5500 to $7000 as the engine is completely ruined. doing some research online i discovered many owners that have had the exact same thing happen, and most of them have had it happen between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. | |||
| 03/20/2011 | 84000 | ||
| Catastrophic engine failure. dodge durango 2004 5.7 hemi engine. has 84,000 miles. which is low miles for this type of engine. drove the suv the day before and was running fine. no warning lights etc. next day go out to start it up and hear loud noises coming from engine. had it towed to the dealer and he said a rod broke. maintance was up to date. this shouldn't be happening at 84,000 miles. this is a design flaw or the use of below standards parts. only option is to replace engine. these cars cost 35,000 dollars they should not be having a major engine failure of this type. this engine needs to be recalled and fixed. people are clearly being sold a defected product. | |||
| 03/27/2011 | 111367 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with the hemi 5.7 liter v8. over the last week it was occasionally hard to start when there was rain, otherwise the vehicle runs fine. vehicle has had all regular maintenance, is used for light duty only and has had proper weight oil using mobil 1 synthetic at each oil change. i drove the vehicle home friday night from work, started fine, drove home fine, stopped at a store along the way, no issues starting it after. upon arriving home i shut it off, with no issues apparent. i did not use the vehicle saturday. sunday afternoon i proceed to start the vehicle and the engine suddenly makes a loud clacking noise, followed by a loud bang and stalls. oil was running down the driveway and the engine has a hole in the block. vehicle only has 111k miles on it. there were no warning signs before this happened other then the occasional issue to start when it was raining. repairs estimates have ranged from $5500 to $7000 as the engine is completely ruined. doing some research online i discovered many owners that have had the exact same thing happen, and most of them have had it happen between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. | |||
| 03/23/2011 | 98000 | ||
| Complete engine failure. no prior warning. all oil changes and maintenance up to date. defective engine maufactures and sold by dodge. no recourse given to the thousands of people who bought this vehicle and had the same exact defect. repairs estimated at $3000-6000. this car was driven without incedent the day and night before. then the next day upon leaving for work in the morning it completely failed and had to be towed. the mechanic stated loose parts in the engine caused by overconsumpotion of oil and sludge. how the heck can a car company get away with this. i still owe money on it and cant afford to fix it. | |||
| 03/20/2011 | 84000 | ||
| Catastrophic engine failure. dodge durango 2004 5.7 hemi engine. has 84,000 miles. which is low miles for this type of engine. drove the suv the day before and was running fine. no warning lights etc. next day go out to start it up and hear loud noises coming from engine. had it towed to the dealer and he said a rod broke. maintance was up to date. this shouldn't be happening at 84,000 miles. this is a design flaw or the use of below standards parts. only option is to replace engine. these cars cost 35,000 dollars they should not be having a major engine failure of this type. this engine needs to be recalled and fixed. people are clearly being sold a defected product. | |||
| 03/27/2011 | 111367 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with the hemi 5.7 liter v8. over the last week it was occasionally hard to start when there was rain, otherwise the vehicle runs fine. vehicle has had all regular maintenance, is used for light duty only and has had proper weight oil using mobil 1 synthetic at each oil change. i drove the vehicle home friday night from work, started fine, drove home fine, stopped at a store along the way, no issues starting it after. upon arriving home i shut it off, with no issues apparent. i did not use the vehicle saturday. sunday afternoon i proceed to start the vehicle and the engine suddenly makes a loud clacking noise, followed by a loud bang and stalls. oil was running down the driveway and the engine has a hole in the block. vehicle only has 111k miles on it. there were no warning signs before this happened other then the occasional issue to start when it was raining. repairs estimates have ranged from $5500 to $7000 as the engine is completely ruined. doing some research online i discovered many owners that have had the exact same thing happen, and most of them have had it happen between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. | |||
| 03/23/2011 | 98000 | ||
| Complete engine failure. no prior warning. all oil changes and maintenance up to date. defective engine maufactures and sold by dodge. no recourse given to the thousands of people who bought this vehicle and had the same exact defect. repairs estimated at $3000-6000. this car was driven without incedent the day and night before. then the next day upon leaving for work in the morning it completely failed and had to be towed. the mechanic stated loose parts in the engine caused by overconsumpotion of oil and sludge. how the heck can a car company get away with this. i still owe money on it and cant afford to fix it. | |||
| 03/17/2011 | 138000 | ||
| 1. engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. research from internet forums shows this is a common problem and the only solution is to replace the engine at a cost between $4000 and $5000. no guarantees replacement engine will not have same problem. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 83465 | ||
| The dodge durango in question was parked on friday feb 25, 2011 and was running perfect. it was not missing or knocking. on tuesday, march 1, 2011 we cranked the durango and it immediately began knocking extremely bad. took the durango to a mechanic and was informed that the heads were ruined and the block was busted from a piston rod bending. engine cannot be repaired. the durango is in perfect shape otherwise and with only 83465 miles i expected more for the amount of money this vehicle cost. | |||
| 03/17/2011 | 138000 | ||
| 1. engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. research from internet forums shows this is a common problem and the only solution is to replace the engine at a cost between $4000 and $5000. no guarantees replacement engine will not have same problem. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 83465 | ||
| The dodge durango in question was parked on friday feb 25, 2011 and was running perfect. it was not missing or knocking. on tuesday, march 1, 2011 we cranked the durango and it immediately began knocking extremely bad. took the durango to a mechanic and was informed that the heads were ruined and the block was busted from a piston rod bending. engine cannot be repaired. the durango is in perfect shape otherwise and with only 83465 miles i expected more for the amount of money this vehicle cost. | |||
| 03/17/2011 | 138000 | ||
| 1. engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. research from internet forums shows this is a common problem and the only solution is to replace the engine at a cost between $4000 and $5000. no guarantees replacement engine will not have same problem. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 83465 | ||
| The dodge durango in question was parked on friday feb 25, 2011 and was running perfect. it was not missing or knocking. on tuesday, march 1, 2011 we cranked the durango and it immediately began knocking extremely bad. took the durango to a mechanic and was informed that the heads were ruined and the block was busted from a piston rod bending. engine cannot be repaired. the durango is in perfect shape otherwise and with only 83465 miles i expected more for the amount of money this vehicle cost. | |||
| 02/25/2011 | 78523 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with the 5.7 hemi engine with only 78,000 mile ,the car was running fine one day .very quiet and smooth .i went to start it a day or two later ,and there was a clanking sound out of the engine,very loud, i thought it might be bad gas, after letting it run a bit ,all of a sudden the noise stopped .but now theres heavy blue smoke pouring out the tail pipe.being a retired mechanic i know this is a very bad oil issue.i have been reading online other people having trouble with this 5.7 engine.i can only imagine what could happen at highway speeds with this engine self destruting | |||
| 11/21/2010 | 92000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated the pistons on the vehicle have started to disintegrate. this is caused the vehicle to stutter and then stall. the check engine light comes on prior to the failure. the dealer had run a diagnostic, but the machine only says the number six cylinder is misfiring. the dealership took the vehicle to a regional test site, broke down the engine and found that the number six cylinder was disintegrating. the dealer stated they had never seen this type of failure before and the contact had to replace the engine. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 92,000 and the current mileage was 92,600.rl | |||
| 01/16/2011 | 90800 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated the engine started rattling. when the contact looked under the hood they saw that oil was coming from the engine. the contact also saw pieces broke off underneath the vehicle. a mechanic looked at the vehicle and said there is a whole in the engine block. the vehicle was still in the contacts driveway and had not been inspected at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage and current mileages were 90800.rl | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 117000 | ||
| Dodge durango, hemi 5.7 liter engine went out. started out with a ticking noise that i wound out to be the #7 cylinder connecting rod was bent and hitting the baffle above the crankshaft. it broke, as i was driving it onto the lift, and sent the rod through the side of the block. engine is dead, 116k miles. | |||
| 01/16/2011 | 90800 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated the engine started rattling. when the contact looked under the hood they saw that oil was coming from the engine. the contact also saw pieces broke off underneath the vehicle. a mechanic looked at the vehicle and said there is a whole in the engine block. the vehicle was still in the contacts driveway and had not been inspected at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage and current mileages were 90800.rl | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 117000 | ||
| Dodge durango, hemi 5.7 liter engine went out. started out with a ticking noise that i wound out to be the #7 cylinder connecting rod was bent and hitting the baffle above the crankshaft. it broke, as i was driving it onto the lift, and sent the rod through the side of the block. engine is dead, 116k miles. | |||
| 01/16/2011 | 90800 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated the engine started rattling. when the contact looked under the hood they saw that oil was coming from the engine. the contact also saw pieces broke off underneath the vehicle. a mechanic looked at the vehicle and said there is a whole in the engine block. the vehicle was still in the contacts driveway and had not been inspected at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage and current mileages were 90800.rl | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 117000 | ||
| Dodge durango, hemi 5.7 liter engine went out. started out with a ticking noise that i wound out to be the #7 cylinder connecting rod was bent and hitting the baffle above the crankshaft. it broke, as i was driving it onto the lift, and sent the rod through the side of the block. engine is dead, 116k miles. | |||
| 01/11/2011 | 115000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango slt. while driving approximately 55 mph the connecting rod to the engine broke. the contact engaged the brake as smoke was coming from under the hood. the contact pulled over to the side of the road and the vehicle got fire from the oil on the exhaust. the contact stated the fire went out when the oil burnt off. the vehicle was towed to the contact residence. the contact called the manufacture and was advised to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage were 115,000. vwb | |||
| 12/20/2010 | 96000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle she noticed that the engine sound was similar to a lawn mower. no warning lights illuminated on the instrumental panel upon starting the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a dealer who informed the contact that she needed to replace the engine due a piston fracturing a the block in the engine. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 96,000. the vin was unavailable. tb | |||
| 11/15/2010 | 120000 | ||
| 2004 durango all maintenence kept up, car was running fine then one day went to start car made loud knocking noise, dealer said blown cylinder | |||
| 12/20/2010 | 96000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle she noticed that the engine sound was similar to a lawn mower. no warning lights illuminated on the instrumental panel upon starting the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a dealer who informed the contact that she needed to replace the engine due a piston fracturing a the block in the engine. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 96,000. the vin was unavailable. tb | |||
| 11/15/2010 | 120000 | ||
| 2004 durango all maintenence kept up, car was running fine then one day went to start car made loud knocking noise, dealer said blown cylinder | |||
| 12/30/2010 | 103000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango with 5.7 v8. vehicle has 103,000 miles on it and has had regular maintenance and oil changes. drove the vehicle home from work and parked it in my driveway with no indication of any problems whatsoever. when i went out to start it the next day it would not start. sounded like a dead battery or possibly the starter frozen up (rapid clicking noise) after trying to jump start the engine, i had it towed to the shop where they showed me a gaping hole in the side of the engine where it had thrown a rod. they could not tell me what had caused the failure without tearing apart the engine and costing a lot more money, but engine was trash at that point and no need spending more money on trash. | |||
| 11/15/2010 | 120000 | ||
| 2004 durango all maintenence kept up, car was running fine then one day went to start car made loud knocking noise, dealer said blown cylinder | |||
| 12/30/2010 | 103000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango with 5.7 v8. vehicle has 103,000 miles on it and has had regular maintenance and oil changes. drove the vehicle home from work and parked it in my driveway with no indication of any problems whatsoever. when i went out to start it the next day it would not start. sounded like a dead battery or possibly the starter frozen up (rapid clicking noise) after trying to jump start the engine, i had it towed to the shop where they showed me a gaping hole in the side of the engine where it had thrown a rod. they could not tell me what had caused the failure without tearing apart the engine and costing a lot more money, but engine was trash at that point and no need spending more money on trash. | |||
| 11/15/2010 | 120000 | ||
| 2004 durango all maintenence kept up, car was running fine then one day went to start car made loud knocking noise, dealer said blown cylinder | |||
| 12/30/2010 | 103000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango with 5.7 v8. vehicle has 103,000 miles on it and has had regular maintenance and oil changes. drove the vehicle home from work and parked it in my driveway with no indication of any problems whatsoever. when i went out to start it the next day it would not start. sounded like a dead battery or possibly the starter frozen up (rapid clicking noise) after trying to jump start the engine, i had it towed to the shop where they showed me a gaping hole in the side of the engine where it had thrown a rod. they could not tell me what had caused the failure without tearing apart the engine and costing a lot more money, but engine was trash at that point and no need spending more money on trash. | |||
| 11/15/2010 | 120000 | ||
| 2004 durango all maintenence kept up, car was running fine then one day went to start car made loud knocking noise, dealer said blown cylinder | |||
| 12/30/2010 | 103000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango with 5.7 v8. vehicle has 103,000 miles on it and has had regular maintenance and oil changes. drove the vehicle home from work and parked it in my driveway with no indication of any problems whatsoever. when i went out to start it the next day it would not start. sounded like a dead battery or possibly the starter frozen up (rapid clicking noise) after trying to jump start the engine, i had it towed to the shop where they showed me a gaping hole in the side of the engine where it had thrown a rod. they could not tell me what had caused the failure without tearing apart the engine and costing a lot more money, but engine was trash at that point and no need spending more money on trash. | |||
| 11/25/2010 | 123000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango with 5.7 hemi engine was purchased in 2007. in july and august of 2010 i experienced several occassions of stalling and hesitation, many times while traveling at highway speeds of 65 miles per hour as well as 30 miles per hour in local traffic. vehicle has stalled with no power in traffic. several times this has occurred during raining and sunny conditions. various times check engine light has come on and vehicle was taken to dealership for service and keep for days. chrysler dealership charged for sensor replacements and complete tune-up of plugs wires, adjustments, etc. this all happened in the summer of 2010. the vehicle had been allow to sit in our driveway for several weeks to cut down on driving it due to the performance issues and trips to the dealership. on november 25, 2010, thanksgiving day, i when out to start the vehicle and a loud thumping noise came from the engine without any previous warning of this type of problem. my neighbor told me that it sounds like a blown piston or rod in the engine. i have then found many similar incidents and complaints on the website describing this same dangerous and defective vehicle and engine as mine. someone will be seriously injured or killed if chrysler is not forced to replace or repair these defective engines. if this were toyota, you would have no problem taking action against the manufacturer. you must do the same thing against chysler who has given the public a bad and defective product with an extremely high cost to repair and should not be shifted to the comsumer while the company is provided the ability and protection to ignor their responsibility. please do your job as the american public depends on you for justice and recompense on products that are inferior and unsafe. please take action for recall and replacement and/or repair of all 2004 and later 5.7 hemi engines right away. there are more than sufficient cases and reports as i found out that i am not alone. | |||
| 05/12/2009 | 123000 | ||
| The vehicle dies when i decelerate or turning in to my driveway. the vehicle has also died driving down the highway at 40 or 50 mph. i have felt the vehicle cutting out as i'm driving on the highway at 60 mph. when stopped at a stop light, it feels like it is going to die, and i have to give it some gas with the accelerator pedal so it won't die. recently, it died as i was turning in the driveway at work, and it took six times of trying to start it before it would start again. | |||
| 09/18/2010 | 110001 | ||
| 2005 dodge durango stalled at 60 mph in interstate traffic, oil light came on. had to coast with steering wheel locked across two lanes of traffic to arrive at shoulder. vehicle was towed, would not restart immediately. days later vehicle restarted but stalled again less than one mile from repair shop while making u-turn. car left with mechanic, a series of things have been attempted to repair.. another oil change, battery service, alternator service, oil pump repair, only remaining options, fuel pump or.rebuilt engine. not willing to pay for engine repair, especially on a defective well documented part. | |||
| 10/04/2010 | 92000 | ||
| 2004 durango 92, 000 miles. properly maintain.no issues. onemorning started making in clanking noise from the engine near the oilpan. rod bearing broke. replace engine cost $7000 | |||
| 07/01/2010 | 38000 | ||
| Purchased new 2004 durango limited 5.7 hemi: after 3 1/2 years and the warranty expiration, when driving in city traffic or highway and it starts raining the engine starts to hesitate violently, to the point it will stop.this occurs if the suv is parked in the rain and the engine is started. i have to wait for a few minutes then the engine will start, but have another heart attack as i drive down the road.. i have had fuse panel, engine wiring, ecm checked and no one can find any problems? the engine recently started missing and my scanner showed p0308 : i removed the spark plug, checked the coil,wiring,injector,spark plug ..all ok and erased the code: the engine has about 79,000 miles on it and is properly maintained and garaged at night.. a stalling engine in inclimate weather is a very very dangerous thing that dodge/chryler seems to be ignoring..the fact is evident that there are hundreds of dodge customers with the same dangerous problem i feel we should not be partners to dodge/chrysler's defective dangerous vehicles and intervention by our federal government based on the number of complaints should be implimented immediatly | |||
| 09/06/2010 | 97000 | ||
| I own a 2004 dodge durango slt 5.7 hemi, under heavy rain, engines starts to misfire. it has been over 2yrs with this issue. this happens only under heavy rain. water is apparently touching a coil or cable which makes the car shake as if it wants to cutt off, if under extreme rain engine light turns off. it is horrible. i have not found a remedy for this and i find no recall as yet. i have taken to the dealer and complained but they cannot find anything. when i did a tune up feb 2010 at the dealer, mechanic mentioned that he found the coil moist, which was odd. but this is a problem as i cannot drive the car under heavy rain conditions. im afraid of getting stuck in the rain or engine going bad if i dont fix this. | |||
| 06/28/2010 | 85000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving at an unknown speed the contact stated that it seemed like the vehicle had a flat tire so it was pulled over. upon examining the vehicle there was no flat tire but the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where the contact was informed a rod in the engine broke and punctured the engine and transmission which caused a fire in the battery. the vehicle was not serviced for the failure. the failure and current mileages were 85,000. sm. | |||
| 06/18/2010 | 95000 | ||
| The piston broke and block the engine and caused the engine to seized.i got a 2004 hemi limited dodge durango. | |||
| 03/31/2010 | 125000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 4x4 w/5.7 hemi engine. catastrophic engine failure: all service performed as per manufacturers specifications at an authorized dodge dealer. turned the ignition to start the truck and heard a loud noise. afterward, the ignition would not turn over and the vehicle made a ticking sound. had the truck towed to the dealer thinking it may be a failed battery. after replacing the battery (the service technician also suspected a battery) the car failed to hold a charge. upon further inspection on the rack the mechanic identified a significant hole in the engine block and a significant crack in the transmission to engine interface. the mechanic deduced that as an engine component blew, the force of which shorted the battery, the starter and cracked the transmission interface. after removing the battery, the terminal to the negative ground was dislodged, the battery was bulging at the sides, and the engine is dead. chrysler motor company says they have no prior knowledge of any problems with hemi engines, and given the car is out of warranty..sorry nothing they can do. this is a problem that exists and is documented on nhtsa and other public forums. the option presented by chrysler is $5500 plus labor for a re-manufactured engine. estimated labor is $1900. the dealer doesn't get much of a break from chrysler for this engine, but gets all the hassle for the shoddy work the company sells. this is a heavy duty truck, an engine should not die at 125,000 miles. | |||
| 02/26/2010 | 46000 | 4 | |
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 stalling at low speeds at intersections. starts up right away but causes a safety hazard when stuck in the middle of the road with traffic coming. happened 1 time about a month after i purchased the vehicle in 2007. has happened 4 times in the last month. *tr | |||
| 02/09/2010 | 65703 | 1 | |
| When driving at low speeds it stalls. i am able to restart it but it is not always easy to tell when it has stalled, because all electrical things still work radio, lights, etc. steering wheel does lock though and it takes almost a minute to get it into neutral and start it again. also while driving as you press the gas pedal it acts as though it is going to die and then lunges forward. i have not yet corrected either of these issues. *tr | |||
| 11/23/1975 | 108000 | 1 | |
| This morning while taking my kids to school, my truck cut out in the middle of a right hand turn. it took everything i had to steer away from another vehicle waiting to turn. after i coasted within 6 inches of the other vehicle i put the truck in neutral and restarted. it started fine. i had my 2 kids in the truck and we came very close to being in an accident this morning. this happens often. i started searching the internet this morning and am shocked by what i found. this has been an issue it seems for alot of people. my question is , why hasn't this issue been resolved. i would think it would be close to the top of the list. considering this vehicle seems to be stalling in traffic. that's not good. it is an accident waiting to happen and it could actually kill some one. when i purchased my vehicle, i thought i was getting a safe and reliable vehicle. not an accident waiting to happen. i am a single mother trying to make a living in this economy. i don't have money to throw away on another vehicle. this issue needs to be solved before some one gets really hurt or dies. *tr | |||
| 11/12/2009 | 1 | ||
| While slowing down, or at stop light, or starting to accelerate, the engine cuts out with out warning. usually while taking my kids to school. this is very dangerous, it happens a few times a week. i have done my own research and it seems to be a major problem. dodge has done nothing to correct the issue and probably wont until some one dies. its a shame that some one has to die to get the attention of the right people to solve the problem. i have read so many complaints about this problem that i am disgusted with dodge. i loved my truck until this started. some one needs to act on this and get dodge to take responsibility before someone dies. *tr | |||
| 08/08/2009 | 82000 | 1 | |
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi slt, stalls with no warning. usually stalls while slowing down at an intersection or when making a turn. has stalled on the freeway. happening for over a year on and off. dealer said nothing wrong with vehicle. also stalls while backing up. *tr | |||
| 02/13/2009 | 3 | 1 | |
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving 8 mph it stalled and shut off. the electrical instrument panel displayed a muffler sign and the lights shut off; however, the dealer stated that it was not related to recall 07v092000, electrical system, instrument panel. the electrical instrument panel was replaced on three occasions. the dealer stated that the replacements were considered as good will repairs. the dealer also advised them to have the vehicle diagnosed by a dealer in the state. the manufacturer and the state attorney general have been notified; however, the manufacturer has no record of the complaint. the failure mileage was 3 and the current mileage ia 86,384. the dealer diagnosed the failure and stated there were other components that caused the failure including the battery. the steering wheel also locked and the vehicle shut off. in jan 09 another dealer stated the failure was not related to the instrument panel; however, the diagnostic machine indicated that it was. the consumer stated the vehicle overheats at times. it may occur at anytime whether the vehicle is in idle or while driving. also, if the doors are opened for more than 5 minutes the vehicle will not start. in order to get the vehicle to start, a jumper cable must be used. the consumer was informed recall 07v092000 did not apply to her vehicle. updated 08/07/09.*jb updated 8/18/09 *cn the vehicle stalled on the highway, during rainy conditions. updated 08/21/09.*jp | |||
| 05/01/2009 | 40000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the vehicle has been randomly overheating. the failure occurs while the vehicle is being driven between 30- 55 mph. the contact must pull the vehicle over and wait for it to cool down. if the doors on the vehicle are opened for more than five minutes, the vehicle will not start. in order for it to restart, the vehicle must be jumped with jumper cables. the vehicle has not yet been taken to the dealer. through online research, the contact found nhtsa campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel). the manufacturer stated that the recall did not apply to her vehicle. the failure mileage was 40,000 and current mileage was 80,000. | |||
| 02/22/2009 | 42500 | 1 | |
| The problem started about a month ago, i had experienced my car overheating in the winter with temperatures in the teens. i took the vehicle (dodge durango) to my local dealer, he stated he will run a diagnostics report, 3 days later he called me to say the vehicle if fine, however he noticed the fan ran slow therefore he decided to replace the fan clutch and a belt also replaced the thermostat, i paid him 600.00 dollars and within 3 days it | |||
| 08/10/2008 | 51000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while making a turn at less than 15 mph, the vehicle stalled and the steering became locked. on a separate occasion, while idling at a stop sign, the steering locked and failed completely. in addition, the oil warning indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel. the manufacturer advised him to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic. the dealer was unable to produce an error code because the check engine warning indicator was not illuminated. the dealer cleaned the carburetor in an attempt to correct the failures. the current and failure mileages were less than 51,000. | |||
| 03/02/2009 | 110000 | 1 | |
| Suv stalls while driving or stopping, ruff idle. this thing is a death trap,have you ever tried stopping or steering while the car is not running,not safe and i have kids,save lives and fix this before someone gets killed.. *tr | |||
| 03/01/2009 | 1 | ||
| Hello i have a 2004 dodge durango hemi 5.7 and it stalls while driving and sometimes at stop lights,it stalled today while driving almost causing me to crash. it has done this several times.. *tr | |||
| 05/14/2005 | 5 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. when the contact first purchased the vehicle, the oil light would illuminate, indicating that an oil change was needed. the vehicle also shut off at least five times on the freeway. it would usually immediately restart, but then kick back after it would start. she took the vehicle to the dealer and asked about recalls and other complaints and was informed that none were available. she received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 03v528000 (electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash). the contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and was informed that they did not have the parts available. she took the vehicle back to the dealer numerous times, but was informed that the parts were unavailable. she constantly changed the oil in the vehicle and would go three weeks before the oil indicator would illuminate again. the vehicle began to smoke under the hood and she returned to the dealer. the contact noticed a chemical smell and used an extinguisher to prevent any further damage. someone attempted to place the vehicle into drive, but it would not budge. the vehicle was then placed into reverse, which caused more smoke emission. the vehicle was towed to the new dealer and the cluster was replaced with a defective part. the contact then noticed headlight, dome light, vanity light, and window issues. she took the vehicle back to the dealer and they charged her for the diagnostic and stated that the cluster was defective. after they repaired the cluster again, the issue seemed to worsen and the horn began honking intermittently. she spoke with the dealer and manufacturer, but they offered no assistance. the current mileage was approximately 72,300 and failure mileage was approximately 5. | |||
| 10/17/2008 | 1 | ||
| In june i had an incident where my engine stalled while i was driving on a side street and at that same time the check engine light had been coming on and off. i brought it to the dealer, but of course the light was not on. they hooked it up to the computer and found no problems. i have been driving it and the light has come on and off over these few months. while driving i have noticed over the past month or two that on occasion, when i am driving anywhere below 50 mph, the rpm needle would drop. sometimes it was a small drop but you could still feel the loss of speed. at other times it was a significant drop and you would feel the car jerk as it resolved itself. on 3 occasions the engine did stall completely like in june. last night it become more problematic. it cont to do the above but very frequently and now if i stop at a light or to make a turn, when i push the peddle the car goes very slowly and the only way to get it to not stall is to give it more gas and this makes the car sprint forward. i had to turn into traffic and almost had an accident because of this. this is very dangerous in my opinion and it looks like many others are having similar issues. i agree with some of the others that there should be a recall. it's just a matter of time before someone gets hurt. *tr | |||
| 10/16/2008 | 51486 | 1 | |
| Dodge 2004 durango stalled while taking a right turn onto side street. unable to finish turn or got off the road. i was panicked, found flashers to turn on, then instructed to by helpful passerby to turn key off, and restart car. this worked, hasn't happened again. i take this very serious, my young, new drivers, children are able to drive this vehicle and wouldn't know what to do if this happened to them. i want this taken care of at dodges expense. mary west. *tr | |||
| 09/27/2008 | 61100 | 1 | |
| I am having problems with my 2004 dodge durango. my engine light and throttle light comes on and the engine light stays on and the throttle light blinks. this happened last year in july and it is happening again this year. i bought my auto to the dealer and due to the fact that the light was not on at that time, they couldn't do anything. they just cleaned out the throttle plates and i was fine until now. my auto stopped on the main road while i was stopped at a red light. i had my 2 children under 4 years old with me and very scared. noone can find the problem. has there been a recall on my auto in regards to this? *tr | |||
| 09/23/2008 | 91452 | 1 | |
| My wife was driving alone to work. suddenly and without warning, the engine stopped, lights went off and power steering went off. she managed to use the car momentum to direct the car into a side road, without hitting any other cars. she was 30 secs. from the freeway entrance). she managed to get out of the car ( all other doors to the car were locked except the driver door - what do you do when you are in the back seat ?)) and noticed blue smoke coming from under the hood. she tried to restart the vehicle but without success. she called aaa and was eventually towed to stateline dodge in fort mill. the battery and connections were so hot the tow truck driver could not touch them..and still smoking. the garage examined the battery cables and verified they were melted together(see invoice). we would need a new battery and cable. i called the garage to inform them that a nhtsa safety recall d40 was issued in 2004, concerning re-routing the battery cable as it could lead to an underhood fire. i was expecting not to be charged with the battery and replacement cable. however the recall notice talks about cable contact with the upper control arm of the suspension and in my case the contact was with the exhaust gas recycle tube, which is 1 away from the control arm. i was charged $460 for the work and am now writing to chrysler for recompense. this is a potential serious issue for durango owners, especially if you are on a freeway and the engine cuts out or your car is parked in your garage at night and the battery is red hot. this safety recall campaign should be extended to cables contacting the egr tube. *tr | |||
| 08/13/2008 | 49918 | 1 | |
| The vehicle randomly stalls. it has done this several times since i have owned it. i have taken it to the dealer several times. they told me they couldn't replicate and diagnose the problem then one time they said they did provide a fix. the time immediately before the fix i was making a left hand turn into oncoming traffic and the car stalled. had we been hit by the oncoming vehicle the impact would have been a t-bone into my young daughter's side of the car. the most recent time this happened was yesterday. i was driving approx. 35 miles per hour and i could feel the car as if i had let my foot off the gas when i had not. i went to make a right hand turn and the car died. i was not able to steer and came very close to hitting another car. i will note the most recent date of this incident. *tr | |||
| 07/25/2008 | 35040 | 1 | |
| While sitting at a red light the vehicle stalled. i put it in park and it started right up. there was no sign of running rough before the stall, it just was idling and cut out. a week later on the highway at approx. 60 mph the vehicle bucked like it wanted to stall but didn't. it did this three times in less than a minute. i accelerated and it seemed to help. *tr | |||
| 07/23/2008 | 73600 | 1 | |
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with 73,600 miles. for the last couple of months it's been acting up. the second i slow to a stop or put it in park, the rpms start jumping around. it has stalled on me several times. when i accelerate the rpms spike and it doesn't seem to want to go, but jerks like it is going to stall and then takes off. it's kind of scary. i've taken it to several shops, but they can't find why it is doing this. i took it to auto zone today and had it hooked up to their diagnostic machine. they said that it isn't coding anything to be wrong. when i googled the problem, i was amazed to see how many people are having the same problem. i'm wondering if dodge has looked into this and why there isn't a recall ??? *tr | |||
| 07/12/2008 | 70000 | 1 | |
| There was almost a multi car crash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the car quit in the middle of driving into an intersection through oncoming traffic. i'm told by dealer the engine failed and needs to be replaced. the oil has been changed, and the car has been maintained. yet the engine failed and needs to be replaced!! many similar complaints are on www.carcomplaints.com several of the people were dodge fans, and one used to buy autos at auction. this is not a maintenance issue. this is a defective auto, with real safety concerns. this car is only 4 years old!! evidently there is a class action lawsuit about this engine type for failure. in heavy traffic, this is very serious. in south florida nobody can afford to be driving and then have their vehicle suddenly fail and lose power!! this is extremely dangerous! *tr | |||
| 06/23/2008 | 64335 | 1 | |
| I own a 2004 dodge durango. i was driving about 40 mph and it just stalled. i waited a few minutes and it started back and drove just fine. i took it to the dealership and they stated that it is a problem. they advised me to drive it and if it does it again, to bring it back. however, after doing research on the net i found that this model has the tendency to stall. i'm shocked that dodge did not have an answer for me. *tr | |||
| 02/07/2008 | 52500 | 1 | |
| I was approaching a red light and was slowing to a stop. as i slowed down to maybe 10 miles an hour, the vehicle stalled or shut off. i had no power steering or anything. managed to put the vehicle in park and it restarted. never done it since, but i have recently learned of many others who have had this problem with their 2004 dodge durango. thanks *tr | |||
| 05/06/2008 | 39400 | 1 | |
| Vehicle is bucking during easy cruising. while pulling up to stop or stopping, the engine is shutting off. it is not idling smoothly. vehicle has been to two garages, and two different dodge dealers and no one can figure out the problem or how to fix it. *tr | |||
| 08/08/2005 | 20000 | 3 | 01/15/2005 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 15 mph and making a right turn, the vehicle completely shut off and had to be restarted. the vehicle has not been taken to a dealer for inspection. the current mileage was 43,000 and failure mileage was 20,000. updated 02-14-08. *kb the dealer refused to the look at the vehicle without charging the consumer 100.00 an hour. updated | |||
| 11/27/2007 | 10000 | 12 | 09/01/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. when slowing down from 30 mph to make a turn or attempting to accelerate afterwards, the vehicle stalls. the dealer stated that the computer acceleration and idle chip needed to be reprogrammed. the vehicle was taken several times to have the idle and acceleration chip reprogrammed and the failure was not permanently corrected. the vehicle will be taken again for a new diagnosis. the manufacturer was notified and issued a reference number. the current mileage was 50,161 and failure mileage was 10,000. updated 3/4/08 *cn | |||
| 09/01/2007 | 36100 | 6 | 07/01/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while approaching a stop at 10 mph, the vehicle stalled and the steering failed. the instrument panel lights illuminated and the radio remained activated. the contact placed the vehicle in park, shut off the engine, and restarted the vehicle in order for it to operate normally. she took the vehicle to a mechanic and had a diagnostic performed, but no failures were found. the failure mileage was 36,100 and current mileage was 37,000. | |||
| 08/10/2007 | 43181 | 6 | 11/24/2006 |
| I purchased a 2004 durango in nov of 2006. i had no real problems with vehicle until recently. took vehicle in to dealership for recall of instrument panel. dealership took care of this and 2 weeks later temperature gauge started reading hotter then usual. contacted dealership who then stated unrelated. recently went on vacation and 300 miles from home vehicle temp gauge read hot. pulled off interstate to nearest service station. no dealership near here. mechanic found no codes to indicate problem. replaced water pump, thermostat, hoses, check radiator, new fluids, bill total 377 dollars. 3 miles later car still trying to over heat. towed to va for 1,000 dollars now at dealership. car also seems to sometimes not be in gear when placed in drive and you try to accelerate engine just revs. at dealership now we shall see what they say. *tr | |||
| 07/24/2007 | 53240 | 2 | 02/21/2006 |
| We were traveling up an incline and reached it's peak at about 40mph. it was at this time that the vehicle stalled and lost power. no power steering and hardly any breaking power. we were able to pull the car over onto a side road. we put the car into park and it restarted immediately. very dangerous as i was carrying my young daughter with me. this was the second time this has happened. the first time i shrugged it off but the second time was scary hence this complaint. after doing some research, i found that this is a pretty common occurrence and is under investigation by the nhtsa: ea05018. *tr | |||
| 04/21/2007 | 1 | ||
| Mutilple experiences of engine stalling. often occurs while stopping but has occurred while under way. *tr | |||
| 02/14/2007 | 37000 | 3 | 08/31/2004 |
| My 2004 dodge durango which i purchased new, has stalled several times without any warning /lights coming on etc. this has happened at low speeds and i was able to restart the vehicle. i have not reported to the dealer yet as it has just started happening and i checked nhtsa website for recalls/complaints to research first. apparently i am not the only one with this issue. vehicle only has 37000 miles on it. this could be a safety issue! *jb | |||
| 02/10/2007 | 42500 | 1 | 03/17/2005 |
| My 2004 slt dodge durango was serviced for a routine oil change @42000 miles and the dealership did a routine point check evaluation. on feb. 10, 2007 @ 10:45 am while stopping at a traffic light, the vehicle began to lose speed before coming to a complete stop, the engine stopped responding & the panel lights started blinking on & off, then a burning smell started & smoke started to come out of the drivers panel and i exited the vehicle before physical harm could be done to me. i called 911 and they had the fire department to respond. my vehicle was completely engulfed with flames before they arrived. the entire interior of the vehicle was burned beyond recognition. it was extremely unnerving to be a part of this,i had not had any problems out of my vehicle before this horrible incident. it is just unthinkable to realize that i have been driving my two kids in my durango every day for the past 2 years and thanks to the lord above that they were at home on this morning, while i went to pick up the girl scout cookie orders for my daughter, which were in the back of the durango when it went up in smoke. this incident will financial impact my family greatly. the car is now a total loss. *jb | |||
| 01/21/2007 | 5 | ||
| 04 dodge durango hemi bought used on 1-1-07. 2 weeks ago, first stall problem. 4 times more after that. all stalled same way, after complete stop,idle fluctuates and stalls. sometimes its fine. | |||
| 01/10/2007 | 59200 | 3 | 10/21/2004 |
| We recently purchased a used 2004 dodge durango limited. equipped with the 5.7l hemi. we have owned the suv for just under 90 days and on three separate occasions the engine has stalled when my wife was backing out of our driveway and shifting into drive. i spoke with a dodge dealership on the phone a few days ago and they offered little help. i intend to call them in the morning and set up an appointment to have them look at it. this is the vehicle my wife uses to transport our two young boys to pre-school and herself to work. this is very concerning to us because the truck dying in the driveway is one thing, but what if the next time they are on the highway or in the middle of an intersection. *jb | |||
| 12/13/2006 | 49000 | 1 | 06/20/2004 |
| 2004 dodge durango. while turning into a parking space engine shut itself off. vehicle was restarted and pulled safely into parking space. i contacted cerritos dodge and spoke with bob in the service department and he told me that there were no recalls for my vehicle. i am concerned that this will happen again and i may be in an accident. *nm | |||
| 11/17/2006 | 36500 | 2 | 11/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. it was maneuvered off the road and restarted. this occurred on two separate occasions and both times, the vehicle was driven to the dealer who could not duplicate the problem. | |||
| 04/18/2006 | 30000 | 8 | 11/24/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph or less the engine stalled and lost power without warning. afterwards, the vehicle was easily restarted. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for inspection. the dealer performed a diagnostic test that produced no failures codes. the service department was unable to duplicate the problem. the contact claimed that vehicle shut off/stalled off 8 times in 16 months, and has been at dealership 4 times and nothing has been replaced or repaired, and it continued to shut off while coming to a stop. this was a safety problem. *ak | |||
| 03/05/2006 | 23000 | 7 | 05/10/2004 |
| The vehicle has stalled on several occasions, while driving and while stopped. on two occasions the vehicle failed to restart for an hour or so. when the engine stalls the power components associated with the safe operation of the vehicle also are effected (ie steering, brakes, etc.). this has led to a couple of near collisions on the freeway and surface streets. this is a problem that needs to be addressed. i have voiced my concerns to other owners that are having the same issues even after tsb items have been performed. the transmission also fails to engage when shifting from park into drive or reverse gears. *jb | |||
| 10/27/2005 | 4 | 11/01/2004 | |
| I bought a 2004 dodge durango in november 2004. vin 1d8hb58d44f225186. oregon license 025bnl. i have had numerous problems with the vehicle, including the vehicle silently ceasing to operate. this has happened 3 times in motion, very nearly causing very serious motor vehicle crashes. 1 occurrence happened while stationary and in park. all of this has happened in the 1st year of ownership. additionally, the vehicle failed to come out of park numerous times; when placed into drive, failed to engage and would simply idle; and had numerous electrical quirks that are not safety related. each time we have taken the vehicle into the dealer, simply to be told unable to duplicate. just recently, we were told chrysler was aware of the vehicle ceasing to operate without warning while driving. we were told chrysler refused to acknowledge the issue or fix it, and have been pressuring dealerships to send the vehicles back out with the customer in the same unsafe and deadly condition. chrylser refuses to acknowledge us or the problem, and 3 times now my family has been placed in peril because chrysler won't recall these defective vehicles or spend money to fix them.*jb | |||
| 08/15/2005 | 12000 | 3 | 08/15/2004 |
| On three separate occasions over the past 6 months our 2004 dodge durango stalled while traveling at speeds up to 45 mph. we took it to the dealer each time and they can not identify the problem. this is a safety issue which is not being addressed. i talked to another dealership service department and they said it is a common problem and they have no idea what is causing it or how to fix it. i am very concerned what will happen when my wife is driving it on an off ramp at 50 mph next time...she will go right off the side and probably roll it with no power steering or brake. *jb | |||
| 07/05/2005 | 2 | 10/17/2004 | |
| Vehicle has completely stalled twice in traffic. once on the freeway while slowing down and once on the city streets while slowing down. several other times it has acted like it wants to stall.*jb | |||
| 07/25/2005 | 13400 | 2 | 07/21/2004 |
| 2004 dodge durango with hemi engine has stalled twice without warning in past 6 months. when the engine loses power steering the vehicle is almost impossible. the engine has stalled while merging onto a freeway and also on a residential street. on the residential street i went up on the sidewalk due to lack of steering. | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 3 | 05/19/2004 | |
| On three separate occasions the consumers 2004 dodge durango stalled while driving. *jb *sc *jb | |||
| 01/07/2005 | 2 | 12/06/2004 | |
| Dt: consumer states that in january her vehicle stalled while slowing with no warning during the day. she then pulled over to the side of the road, put the vehicle into park and was able to restart it. then on february 6,2005, this happened again, while going 60 mph, there was no slowing involved. this happened at night the dash board lights stayed on but she did lose all power to the vehiclet, she put the vehicle into park and the vehicle did restart restart. at that time she took the vehicle into the dealership and was told that because they couldn't duplicate the problem they couldn't do anything but she should check back for computer updates. the vehicle is currently in the service department and they are trying to find the problem with the vehicle. *ak | |||
| 08/10/2004 | 4200 | 3 | 05/19/2004 |
| 2004 dodge durango stalling while driving at highway speed at 3 different times- dealer denied any problems with such stalling and couldn't do anything about it unless it stalled while one of their mechanics in car when it happened- car was only a few months old when this started - lucky not to have caused seroius and deadly multi-car accident-this is a very serious problem and it needs immediate attention! | |||
| 10/10/2004 | 14000 | 30 | 05/15/2004 |
| To whom it concerns: my wife and i lease a 2004 dodge durango equipped with the 5.7 liter hemi engine. over the last several months the vehicle engine stalls and quits during day to day driving. there is no pattern to the stalling. we have taken the durango to dealers in tyler (add name) and huntsville (team dodge) on several occasions. neither dealer has been able to fix the vehicle. we have also contacted the chrysler hotline with no resolution. my wife drives this vehicle every day. she is now 9 months pregnant. we also have a son (12) and a daughter (9). my wife is the usual victim of the stalling. it has happened in dangerous situations such as turning in traffic. she is a nervous wreck because she never knows when it is going to happen. shortly she will be driving this vehicle with an infant. my family is at risk every time we start the engine. team dodge met with the chrysler regional manager to plead our case and seek a remedy. his response was callous and uncaring. we could turn the vehicle back subject to penalties for early termination and mileage. if we simply turned the vehicle back, chrysler would classify it as a repossession. chrysler is essentially forcing us to continue to operate a vehicle that is dangerous to us and the driving public. why are we being penalized for chrysler's defective product? if we can not come to a resolution that is harmless to us, we will have no choice but file a lawsuit against chrysler. sincerely yours, jason miller | |||
| 04/21/2005 | 11300 | 3 | 10/30/2004 |
| Stalling without warning in middle of intersection. has stalled three times. dealer says no codes found. can not duplicate. through research i have found this is a common problem with this vehicle and daimler chrysler has not been willing or able to fix it. *jb | |||
| 09/01/2004 | 600 | 5 | |
| Intermittently, the vehicle stalls without warning. when this occurs the vehicle loses brakes and power steering. various repairs have been performed but the failure still exist. the manufacture can't guarantee the fix or remedy performed. *nm | |||
| 12/16/2004 | 12858 | 3 | |
| While driving the vehicle started to shake. consumer pulled over to inspect the engine, and found nothing unusual. he reentered the vehicle and started driving when the engine burned. vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the transmission was replaced. consumer was driving the vehicle when the same thing occurred for the second time, and the vehicle experienced another fire. this time the dealer did not replace the transmission. consumer experienced a third fire and the vehicle was totaled.*ak | |||
| 11/19/2004 | 9500 | 4 | 03/15/2004 |
| Vehicle is experiencing problem with engine stalling. vehicle has been to the dealer on four separate occasions, and they are unable to duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| 12/15/2004 | 3 | ||
| While driving vehicle stalled. consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer. mechanic informed consumer that the problem could not be duplicated. *ak | |||
| 08/17/2004 | 11000 | 1 | |
| When turning from a stop, the vehicle stalled. please provide more information. *jb | |||
| 05/07/2004 | 8250 | 2 | 11/18/2003 |
| My 2004 slt 4.7 durango had been idling, what seemed rough for a new vehicle for a few day (after a hard rain) when the engine light came on and the idle became very pronounced. it was taken straight to the dealer where it was found that the cylinders were misfiring. they pulled the sprk plugs and found corrosion and rust covering the plug and told me that water was getting into the firing area. i saw the plug and it looked like it came out of a much older vehicle, not a 2004. well as luck would have it, we had another hard rain and guess what. this time i was told that engineers were going to design a deflector shield to stop this problem as although it hasn't happened often it has happened. only thing is, no one can give me a time line on when this might begin, let alone be completed. and being a female, who travels alot and alone.....well, now thats why i purchased a new vehicle in the first place... to feel somewhat safe.*ak | |||
| 05/03/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving smoke was coming from vents. consumer was able to pull over and extinguish the fire. consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the head gasket needed to be replaced due to worn out parts. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 04/15/2011 | 152000 | ||
| Overheating when in park, needle goes down when you begin to drive, to vehicle for inspections said need thermostat, upper and lower radiator hose, radiator cap, fan clutch and new radiator, replaced all of these items, now obd light illuminates with a code stating misfire in cylinder 1, had the coil replaced along with engine tune up, did not correct problem. i have never missed a service on vehicle, have all documentation for service repair since i purchased in 2004. vehicle does not drive the same, it drives like spark plugs are miss firing or something. | |||
| 02/22/2009 | 42500 | 1 | |
| The problem started about a month ago, i had experienced my car overheating in the winter with temperatures in the teens. i took the vehicle (dodge durango) to my local dealer, he stated he will run a diagnostics report, 3 days later he called me to say the vehicle if fine, however he noticed the fan ran slow therefore he decided to replace the fan clutch and a belt also replaced the thermostat, i paid him 600.00 dollars and within 3 days it | |||
| 06/29/2007 | 45468 | 2 | 08/24/2004 |
| My dodge durango 2004 has been in the shop (dealer) for over a month due to over heating. over the course of this time, the thermostat, relays, water pump, and fan clutch were changed. the radiator flushed. the dealer now believes its the head. the check engine light has gone on. worst yet, the car has stalled on me twice during heavy traffic while trying to turn at a low speed. this worries me since i could have gotten in an accident each time. i want the car out of the shop but i am afraid to drive it. i no longer feel confident to go anywhere particularly long distances with it. | |||
| 09/24/2004 | 18196 | 7 | 05/14/2004 |
| On september 24, 2004 the battery was replaced. on december 29, 2004 the battery cable was rerouted per recall. on may 6, 2005 the vehicle overheated, the following parts were replaced the hub/drive fan, thermostat, water pump, and the spark plugs. on may 16, 2005 overheated the radiator had to be replaced. on august 12, 2005 the vehicle overheated. the following parts were replaced the heads, valves, camshaft,and sprocket. on october 18, 2005 the vehicle had squeaky brakes, brake pads replaced and rotors turned. the right rear axle leaked and needed to be replaced. on january 17, 2006 the radio cut in and out, dashboard controls were flickering on and off. no problems were found. also, i asked for the brakes to be checked for the same type of vibration. stated there was no safety issue, but rotors needed to be replaced. on january 20, 2006 the vehicle was again brought to the dealer for the radio, dashboard, and stalling. the car was kept for two days and returned without any solution. on s january 22, 2006 again my vehicle stalled at a traffic light. on january 24, 2006 was again brought in to the dealer. i spoke with the service manager on january 25, 2006 and he told me that chrysler said static electricity from the seat caused the problem. he was then advised to spray the seats with something to eliminate the static electricity. the car was to be delivered to me by an employee of the dealer, when the gentlemen arrived he told me that the car radio started cutting in and out, and the dash board went crazy, he then left with the loaner car and i proceeded to call the dealership, driver came back to pick up my car once again to return to the dealership. when he tried to start the vehicle it would not start, a technician was sent to my home to replace the battery. the battery was replaced, an vehicle was off to the dealership. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE | |||
| 06/30/2005 | 17550 | 2 | 06/22/2004 |
| My previous odi is 10126311 this vehicle was picked up in clovis, nm this morning. bender dodge had just replaced my short block due to a snapped number 7 rod between the piston and crank journal. the trip was over 250 mile for us and about 10 miles before we reached belen, nm my check engine light came on. the idle was high and the rpms were jumping up and down. i called chrysler roadside assist and they could not advise me if i should call a tow truck or drive it. i hung up my cell phone and called bender dodge and spoke to eric in their service department. he thought it sounded like a intake air line and told me it would be fine to continue driving to auge's dodge in belen. auge's had the vehicle for a couple of hours and seemed to think it was just a censor, they reset it and waited for the vehicle to cool off and sent us on our way. on the way home the check engine light never came on but the car is now idling very high and when you let off the gas the whole vehicle jerks. daimler/chrysler is not easy to deal with and have been very unhelpful to us. i see a long road with a vehicle that won't get us down it. i have a vehicle that is not going to be reliable and want a replacement vehicle so i can get to work and back each day and enjoy trips with my family. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 11/01/2004 | 30000 | 4 | 11/01/2004 |
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal went all the way to the floorboard when depressed. in addition, the radiator constantly overheated and the speedometer was registering hot. the dealer replaced the radiator, and stated that it was clogged and no longer under warranty. another dealer stated that there was a hole punctured in the radiator. when the contact returned to the original dealer, they stated that they also noticed the hole. the instrument panel indicator light illuminated, and the passenger's side windshield wiper constantly became unscrewed. this was the contact's second dodge durango, and was having the same failures. she stated that she never received any recall notices for any of the ones that existed. the dealer did not record the vin to research if the vehicle had any defects. the vehicle was brought to dealer for service for all of the failures except the instrument panel light and windshield light. the current mileage is 68,000 , and failure mileage was 30,000.*ak | |||
| 09/01/2004 | 5 | 07/28/2004 | |
| Not even making my first payment yet, my car has seen the shop several times and still not fixed. my brake line was cross treaded in the assembly line. there for i had very little brake fluid left (only 2 weeks after buying the car) and the fluid leaked on my rim which now has to be replaced but is on back order till whenever. i was with out my new car for over a week for this problem. then i have to get the bumper replaced due to fading which the service dept says has happened to several durango's and pt cruisers. this will be a 2-3 day process once chrysler figures out how they are going to repair since they have stopped replacing. (this will be more time with out my new car.) then it was in the shop because the radiator cap was not put on correctly during assembly and it loosened. all the coolent leaked and caused the car to overheat. last but not least the air bag light came on and they said that they have to replace the impact sensor switch...which you guessed it... is on backorder. this might or might not be the problem but they can't go any further until this is changed out. so once again i will be with out my car. i have talked to another service department and they warned me that i shouldn't be driving this car because with out the impact sensor switch, the airbags won't deploy on imact. this car has been too much trouble and not worth the hassle.this is my first dodge and i would never recommend buying one. i understand that sometimes there are just bad apples in the bunch, but chrysler and the dealership hasn't made efforts to fix problems. i just get the typical run around. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 02/24/2011 | 81675 | 1 | |
| 2004 dodge durango. consumer states trouble with starting vehicle *tgw the consumer had the vehicle towed to a local dealership, where it was discovered a full engine replacement was needed. according to the invoice, the connecting rod was broken, the #3 cylinder was down and there was internal failure. *jb | |||
| 08/16/2011 | 93000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that as the engine was started, the vehicle exhibited a loud, abnormal noise. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic but the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. the dealer was notified who advised that they would need to replace the engine. the manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 93,000. kmj | |||
| 08/16/2011 | 93000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated as he started the engine there was a loud noise. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic and after inspecting the vehicle they could not find the problem. the dealer was notified who stated they needed to replace the engine at a cost of $7,000. the manufacturer was notified who informed him to contact nhtsa and file a complaint. they offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 93,000. mw | |||
| 08/21/2011 | 129000 | ||
| I went out on sunday morning 8/21/2011 after having had my 2004 dodge durango 5.7l hemi ,that i had parked since friday. my husband turned the key and there was a click. tried again and more clicks. third try was a loud series of clanking and clicking. had the vehicle hauled to the dodge dealership in harrison ar. they informed me the motor had blown a rod. repair would be $5000.00. i had been by the dealership a month before and inquired about sudden engine dying while driving. my vehicle hass done this seversl times while at any speed with steering loss. very scary.i have also fulfilled the earlier recall of having the rewiring of all the vehicle. was very displeased with the service and times it malfunctioned after having the recall serviced. please inform the proper personel and inform me of further action to take. | |||
| 08/01/2011 | 143568 | ||
| I have to replace the engine on my 2004 dodge durango. the truck started overheating and i had the thermostat changed, now i can not accelerate, the truck is making a loud rumbling noise. for the first 3 yrs of owning my truck, it worked wonders, it never gave me any problems. and then just one day it overheated, it kept cutting off on my while in idle. i am a single mother of 4 children and now i have not vehicle to get back and forth. dodge chrysler needs to do something about the faults in their vehicles and take responsibility. | |||
| 06/19/2011 | 152000 | ||
| The vehicle had no warning it shut down on the freeway and stalled in passing lane. now im being told my motor is seized up. i dont know what to do i dont have thousands of dollars to fork out. | |||
| 09/06/2010 | 130000 | ||
| Vehicle: 2004 dodge durango limited with the 5.7l hemi v8 engine. 130,000 miles on vehicle. driving vehicle at highways speed (50 mph) it suffered a catastrophic engine failure resulting in a hole in the side of the engine block. rod failure. connecting rod simply broke in half for no reason. failure is not the result of neglected maintenance! the maintenance schedule as prescribed in the operators manual was strictly followed using the recommend oil (mobil 1 5-30w). mechanics summation of cause was poor quality connecting rod from manufacturer. the internals of the engine showed no wear and was very clean. replaced engine with used engine cost was over $3000. | |||
| 05/25/2011 | 130000 | ||
| Engine threw a rod and tore a hole in engine block while driving with out warning dispite regular oil changes and maintenance. | |||
| 05/25/2011 | 123000 | ||
| Wife drove 2004 durango with 5.7l hemi to work last night, when started it to come home made loud noise. i trailered it home, called mechanic to look at it. he said i had brooken rod in engine.oil&filters changed every 3000 miles. no problems until this. very upset dodge will not cover this. needs new motor!!!!!!!! only 123,000 miles | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 87000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durange w/5.7 hemi engine. piston went through the engine when the car was started. i had bought the car with over 60k miles and i put less than 20k on it from the time i purchased until the time the engine went. the car was 15k so we still have a car note on it. i have no vehicle to drive but still making payments. my husband is out of work and we don't have money to replace a malfunctioned engine. this is not normal wear and tear maint. vehicle looks new and have had all required maint done on a reg. basis. | |||
| 05/02/2010 | 95000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango w/ a 5.7 hemi. drove this vehicle back and forth to work everyday without any problems. i loved this suv! it was by far the nicest vehicle i have ever owned. friends joked that i babied it more than i did my children. i took very good care of this vehicle mechanically and cosmetically. being an ex-mechanic, i am very aware of the necessity of regular maintenance. i parked the vehicle friday night and all day sat. wife went to go do the grocery shopping sun morning and claimed that the enigine turned over a little and then there was a thunk noise and wouldn't restart. i went out and tried to start the durango. on the third try, the engine started. there was a loud clicking noise coming from the engine. it sounded ike the bendix was stuck on the starter. i tried tapping on the starter to disengage it to no avail. i replaced the starter with a new one and got the same sound. i called a local mechanic about the problem and he came to my house to hear the problem. when we started the engine, the noise was noticeably louder. after an hour of crawling around under the vehicle it appeared to be an internal engine problem. on furthur inspection we found a small crack on the drivers side of the block. i can not afford to have the engine replaced even though i am still making payments, insurance, and tags. after all the other research i have done and the hundreds of people i have found with this same problem, i just don't understand why chrysler hasn't released a recall. i was very lucky that this didn't happen while traveling down the highway. the durango has approx. 95,000 miles on it. this type of failure should not be happening this early to this amount of any vehicle. | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 87000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durange w/5.7 hemi engine. piston went through the engine when the car was started. i had bought the car with over 60k miles and i put less than 20k on it from the time i purchased until the time the engine went. the car was 15k so we still have a car note on it. i have no vehicle to drive but still making payments. my husband is out of work and we don't have money to replace a malfunctioned engine. this is not normal wear and tear maint. vehicle looks new and have had all required maint done on a reg. basis. | |||
| 05/02/2010 | 95000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango w/ a 5.7 hemi. drove this vehicle back and forth to work everyday without any problems. i loved this suv! it was by far the nicest vehicle i have ever owned. friends joked that i babied it more than i did my children. i took very good care of this vehicle mechanically and cosmetically. being an ex-mechanic, i am very aware of the necessity of regular maintenance. i parked the vehicle friday night and all day sat. wife went to go do the grocery shopping sun morning and claimed that the enigine turned over a little and then there was a thunk noise and wouldn't restart. i went out and tried to start the durango. on the third try, the engine started. there was a loud clicking noise coming from the engine. it sounded ike the bendix was stuck on the starter. i tried tapping on the starter to disengage it to no avail. i replaced the starter with a new one and got the same sound. i called a local mechanic about the problem and he came to my house to hear the problem. when we started the engine, the noise was noticeably louder. after an hour of crawling around under the vehicle it appeared to be an internal engine problem. on furthur inspection we found a small crack on the drivers side of the block. i can not afford to have the engine replaced even though i am still making payments, insurance, and tags. after all the other research i have done and the hundreds of people i have found with this same problem, i just don't understand why chrysler hasn't released a recall. i was very lucky that this didn't happen while traveling down the highway. the durango has approx. 95,000 miles on it. this type of failure should not be happening this early to this amount of any vehicle. | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 87000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durange w/5.7 hemi engine. piston went through the engine when the car was started. i had bought the car with over 60k miles and i put less than 20k on it from the time i purchased until the time the engine went. the car was 15k so we still have a car note on it. i have no vehicle to drive but still making payments. my husband is out of work and we don't have money to replace a malfunctioned engine. this is not normal wear and tear maint. vehicle looks new and have had all required maint done on a reg. basis. | |||
| 05/02/2010 | 95000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango w/ a 5.7 hemi. drove this vehicle back and forth to work everyday without any problems. i loved this suv! it was by far the nicest vehicle i have ever owned. friends joked that i babied it more than i did my children. i took very good care of this vehicle mechanically and cosmetically. being an ex-mechanic, i am very aware of the necessity of regular maintenance. i parked the vehicle friday night and all day sat. wife went to go do the grocery shopping sun morning and claimed that the enigine turned over a little and then there was a thunk noise and wouldn't restart. i went out and tried to start the durango. on the third try, the engine started. there was a loud clicking noise coming from the engine. it sounded ike the bendix was stuck on the starter. i tried tapping on the starter to disengage it to no avail. i replaced the starter with a new one and got the same sound. i called a local mechanic about the problem and he came to my house to hear the problem. when we started the engine, the noise was noticeably louder. after an hour of crawling around under the vehicle it appeared to be an internal engine problem. on furthur inspection we found a small crack on the drivers side of the block. i can not afford to have the engine replaced even though i am still making payments, insurance, and tags. after all the other research i have done and the hundreds of people i have found with this same problem, i just don't understand why chrysler hasn't released a recall. i was very lucky that this didn't happen while traveling down the highway. the durango has approx. 95,000 miles on it. this type of failure should not be happening this early to this amount of any vehicle. | |||
| 11/20/2010 | 87000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durange w/5.7 hemi engine. piston went through the engine when the car was started. i had bought the car with over 60k miles and i put less than 20k on it from the time i purchased until the time the engine went. the car was 15k so we still have a car note on it. i have no vehicle to drive but still making payments. my husband is out of work and we don't have money to replace a malfunctioned engine. this is not normal wear and tear maint. vehicle looks new and have had all required maint done on a reg. basis. | |||
| 05/02/2010 | 95000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango w/ a 5.7 hemi. drove this vehicle back and forth to work everyday without any problems. i loved this suv! it was by far the nicest vehicle i have ever owned. friends joked that i babied it more than i did my children. i took very good care of this vehicle mechanically and cosmetically. being an ex-mechanic, i am very aware of the necessity of regular maintenance. i parked the vehicle friday night and all day sat. wife went to go do the grocery shopping sun morning and claimed that the enigine turned over a little and then there was a thunk noise and wouldn't restart. i went out and tried to start the durango. on the third try, the engine started. there was a loud clicking noise coming from the engine. it sounded ike the bendix was stuck on the starter. i tried tapping on the starter to disengage it to no avail. i replaced the starter with a new one and got the same sound. i called a local mechanic about the problem and he came to my house to hear the problem. when we started the engine, the noise was noticeably louder. after an hour of crawling around under the vehicle it appeared to be an internal engine problem. on furthur inspection we found a small crack on the drivers side of the block. i can not afford to have the engine replaced even though i am still making payments, insurance, and tags. after all the other research i have done and the hundreds of people i have found with this same problem, i just don't understand why chrysler hasn't released a recall. i was very lucky that this didn't happen while traveling down the highway. the durango has approx. 95,000 miles on it. this type of failure should not be happening this early to this amount of any vehicle. | |||
| 04/23/2011 | 91855 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango limited with 91,855 miles. no prior problems whatsoever. driving down road, malfunction indicator light came on and started flashing, 30 seconds later the vehicle lost all power and would not restart. it had to be towed to service station, where diagnosis was made. there was a hole in the engine block. this should not have happened to a car of this age with this mileage. they advised the powertrain warranty expired at 70,000 miles. however, many have complained about this same issue and it creates a potentially catastrophic life safety issue. just filed my complaint with chrysler today and hope that they do the right thing - unless they dont care if i ever purchase another product from them again! | |||
| 04/16/2011 | 129000 | ||
| I use our 2004 dodge durango with 5.7 hemi engine to take our 3 children to school. we have taken great care of this vehicle, maintaining everything! 4 days ago we got into the vehicle to go to the store and at start up the engine made a horrible sound. we stopped trying to start it then tried once again. my husband opened the hood smelled oil and looked underneath the vehicle to find that the engine had thrown a rod and there was a hole in the side of the engine. we had no warning whatsoever. the vehicle made no other sound prior and drove 100% fine the day before. after searching, we have found many people have had this same problem. now we are in pursuit of any type of justice from this. our extended vehicle warranty expired 2 months ago. when we called the dealer to see if there was anything they could do for us we were told no and were also told we were the 2nd people to call with the same problem with this engine. it doesnt seem to be the durango alone...but the 5.7 hemi engine beween certain years. | |||
| 03/22/2011 | 51000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi. 50000 miles. was running fine. started it up after work got a loud knocking sound. went back to dealer found that it was a bent rod. still under the 7/70 warranty. took them a day to figure out what it was. but after reading all these comments they should have known right away. | |||
| 03/17/2011 | 138000 | ||
| 1. engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. research from internet forums shows this is a common problem and the only solution is to replace the engine at a cost between $4000 and $5000. no guarantees replacement engine will not have same problem. | |||
| 03/03/2011 | 127000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango slt with the hemi 5.7 l. it has 127,000 miles on it. we've taking great care of it! the last time that it was drove it was a great ride, then with out warning went started it up there was loud bang!!! and it started shaking. had someone look at it and it threw a rod!! i had no warning of this. yes i've had smll problems with it over the years put a new thermostat in it cause of over heating new brakes it died out on me a few times with no reason so i thought it was bad gas so i started put the higher grade in it and that seemed to stop that. but this no warning!!! i have been reading and there is so many complaints on the same year make and model. dodge needs to do somthing before someone gets hurt ot killed!! i was lucky i hadnt even left my driveway when it happened!! now i am going to be out thousnads of dollars that i dont have to either get this fixed or a new car. i cant afford that i am still paying on this. until this happened i didnt know all the recalls that has been on this vehicle. i haven't received any. now i know why i dont have inside lights we unhooked them cause they wouldnt go off. come on dodge do somthing before someone get hurt in this vehicle. take responsiblity & make a recall!! there is 156 postings on here with the same problems how many more before dodge does something? i am going to post this website and let others know about it i found it on accident lastnight. something needs to be done now!! i dont know about anyone else but i can not afford to repair this nor buy another car!! | |||
| 03/17/2011 | 138000 | ||
| 1. engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. research from internet forums shows this is a common problem and the only solution is to replace the engine at a cost between $4000 and $5000. no guarantees replacement engine will not have same problem. | |||
| 03/03/2011 | 127000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango slt with the hemi 5.7 l. it has 127,000 miles on it. we've taking great care of it! the last time that it was drove it was a great ride, then with out warning went started it up there was loud bang!!! and it started shaking. had someone look at it and it threw a rod!! i had no warning of this. yes i've had smll problems with it over the years put a new thermostat in it cause of over heating new brakes it died out on me a few times with no reason so i thought it was bad gas so i started put the higher grade in it and that seemed to stop that. but this no warning!!! i have been reading and there is so many complaints on the same year make and model. dodge needs to do somthing before someone gets hurt ot killed!! i was lucky i hadnt even left my driveway when it happened!! now i am going to be out thousnads of dollars that i dont have to either get this fixed or a new car. i cant afford that i am still paying on this. until this happened i didnt know all the recalls that has been on this vehicle. i haven't received any. now i know why i dont have inside lights we unhooked them cause they wouldnt go off. come on dodge do somthing before someone get hurt in this vehicle. take responsiblity & make a recall!! there is 156 postings on here with the same problems how many more before dodge does something? i am going to post this website and let others know about it i found it on accident lastnight. something needs to be done now!! i dont know about anyone else but i can not afford to repair this nor buy another car!! | |||
| 03/17/2011 | 138000 | ||
| 1. engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. research from internet forums shows this is a common problem and the only solution is to replace the engine at a cost between $4000 and $5000. no guarantees replacement engine will not have same problem. | |||
| 03/03/2011 | 127000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango slt with the hemi 5.7 l. it has 127,000 miles on it. we've taking great care of it! the last time that it was drove it was a great ride, then with out warning went started it up there was loud bang!!! and it started shaking. had someone look at it and it threw a rod!! i had no warning of this. yes i've had smll problems with it over the years put a new thermostat in it cause of over heating new brakes it died out on me a few times with no reason so i thought it was bad gas so i started put the higher grade in it and that seemed to stop that. but this no warning!!! i have been reading and there is so many complaints on the same year make and model. dodge needs to do somthing before someone gets hurt ot killed!! i was lucky i hadnt even left my driveway when it happened!! now i am going to be out thousnads of dollars that i dont have to either get this fixed or a new car. i cant afford that i am still paying on this. until this happened i didnt know all the recalls that has been on this vehicle. i haven't received any. now i know why i dont have inside lights we unhooked them cause they wouldnt go off. come on dodge do somthing before someone get hurt in this vehicle. take responsiblity & make a recall!! there is 156 postings on here with the same problems how many more before dodge does something? i am going to post this website and let others know about it i found it on accident lastnight. something needs to be done now!! i dont know about anyone else but i can not afford to repair this nor buy another car!! | |||
| 03/17/2011 | 138000 | ||
| 1. engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. research from internet forums shows this is a common problem and the only solution is to replace the engine at a cost between $4000 and $5000. no guarantees replacement engine will not have same problem. | |||
| 03/03/2011 | 127000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango slt with the hemi 5.7 l. it has 127,000 miles on it. we've taking great care of it! the last time that it was drove it was a great ride, then with out warning went started it up there was loud bang!!! and it started shaking. had someone look at it and it threw a rod!! i had no warning of this. yes i've had smll problems with it over the years put a new thermostat in it cause of over heating new brakes it died out on me a few times with no reason so i thought it was bad gas so i started put the higher grade in it and that seemed to stop that. but this no warning!!! i have been reading and there is so many complaints on the same year make and model. dodge needs to do somthing before someone gets hurt ot killed!! i was lucky i hadnt even left my driveway when it happened!! now i am going to be out thousnads of dollars that i dont have to either get this fixed or a new car. i cant afford that i am still paying on this. until this happened i didnt know all the recalls that has been on this vehicle. i haven't received any. now i know why i dont have inside lights we unhooked them cause they wouldnt go off. come on dodge do somthing before someone get hurt in this vehicle. take responsiblity & make a recall!! there is 156 postings on here with the same problems how many more before dodge does something? i am going to post this website and let others know about it i found it on accident lastnight. something needs to be done now!! i dont know about anyone else but i can not afford to repair this nor buy another car!! | |||
| 03/05/2011 | 102561 | ||
| I own a 2004 dodge durango, v8, 5.7 with a hemi & a 102,000 miles on it. i am the orginial owner & have babied this car from the get go. we recently just replaced the ball joints on the front end, tuned it up & was heading to get the tires rotated & balanced for our family spring break vacation. when my husband went out to start it, it made a horrible noise & threw a rod through my engine, intake & oil pan. i am highly disappointed in the money i have put in this car to keep it maintenanced & what i paid for it, to just blow with no warning. after reading numerous complaints about this year & engine, dodge needs to step up & take responsiblity & make a recall. i am now going to be out thousands of dollars on a car i still owe on & my vacation has been ruined & had to be canceled. i am thankful however that i was not driving when this happened with my little boy in the car. totally disgusted with dodge for not recalling this engine sooner. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 134000 | ||
| My 2004 dodge durango 5.7 l hemi v8 had 134,000 miles. oil changes were done every 3,000 miles, fluids always checked. i drove the vehicle for most of the day and then parked it in the driveway. the next day i went to start it and it sounded like the battery was dead but made a loud clunking sound. i attempted to jump the battery and without success i had it towed to a mechanic. the mechanic found that the motor seized and would require a rebuilt. the cost would be $6300 for a vehicle that is not even paid off yet. after reading several of the same complaints, i find this to be a defect. chrysler should take responsibility for selling a faulty product to consumers. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 130000 | ||
| Drove the durango home from work around 8pm the night before. when i got into the vehicle the next morning about 7:30am , heard a load pop noise and then it shut off. when i tried to start it back up it had an awful tapping noise, so i immediately shut the engine back off. this vehecle has about 130,000 miles on it, most being highway miles. i have always serviced according to manaufacture recommendations. this is my only means of transportation and i still have 6 payments left on it. why will dodge not stand behind their product, as it is obvious by the internet that this is a very big problem. in these bad economic times people can't afford to loose what they have worked so hard to keep. i think i will go to the news media on this to make americans aware not to purchase dodge products. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 134000 | ||
| My 2004 dodge durango 5.7 l hemi v8 had 134,000 miles. oil changes were done every 3,000 miles, fluids always checked. i drove the vehicle for most of the day and then parked it in the driveway. the next day i went to start it and it sounded like the battery was dead but made a loud clunking sound. i attempted to jump the battery and without success i had it towed to a mechanic. the mechanic found that the motor seized and would require a rebuilt. the cost would be $6300 for a vehicle that is not even paid off yet. after reading several of the same complaints, i find this to be a defect. chrysler should take responsibility for selling a faulty product to consumers. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 130000 | ||
| Drove the durango home from work around 8pm the night before. when i got into the vehicle the next morning about 7:30am , heard a load pop noise and then it shut off. when i tried to start it back up it had an awful tapping noise, so i immediately shut the engine back off. this vehecle has about 130,000 miles on it, most being highway miles. i have always serviced according to manaufacture recommendations. this is my only means of transportation and i still have 6 payments left on it. why will dodge not stand behind their product, as it is obvious by the internet that this is a very big problem. in these bad economic times people can't afford to loose what they have worked so hard to keep. i think i will go to the news media on this to make americans aware not to purchase dodge products. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 134000 | ||
| My 2004 dodge durango 5.7 l hemi v8 had 134,000 miles. oil changes were done every 3,000 miles, fluids always checked. i drove the vehicle for most of the day and then parked it in the driveway. the next day i went to start it and it sounded like the battery was dead but made a loud clunking sound. i attempted to jump the battery and without success i had it towed to a mechanic. the mechanic found that the motor seized and would require a rebuilt. the cost would be $6300 for a vehicle that is not even paid off yet. after reading several of the same complaints, i find this to be a defect. chrysler should take responsibility for selling a faulty product to consumers. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 130000 | ||
| Drove the durango home from work around 8pm the night before. when i got into the vehicle the next morning about 7:30am , heard a load pop noise and then it shut off. when i tried to start it back up it had an awful tapping noise, so i immediately shut the engine back off. this vehecle has about 130,000 miles on it, most being highway miles. i have always serviced according to manaufacture recommendations. this is my only means of transportation and i still have 6 payments left on it. why will dodge not stand behind their product, as it is obvious by the internet that this is a very big problem. in these bad economic times people can't afford to loose what they have worked so hard to keep. i think i will go to the news media on this to make americans aware not to purchase dodge products. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 134000 | ||
| My 2004 dodge durango 5.7 l hemi v8 had 134,000 miles. oil changes were done every 3,000 miles, fluids always checked. i drove the vehicle for most of the day and then parked it in the driveway. the next day i went to start it and it sounded like the battery was dead but made a loud clunking sound. i attempted to jump the battery and without success i had it towed to a mechanic. the mechanic found that the motor seized and would require a rebuilt. the cost would be $6300 for a vehicle that is not even paid off yet. after reading several of the same complaints, i find this to be a defect. chrysler should take responsibility for selling a faulty product to consumers. | |||
| 02/02/2011 | 130000 | ||
| Drove the durango home from work around 8pm the night before. when i got into the vehicle the next morning about 7:30am , heard a load pop noise and then it shut off. when i tried to start it back up it had an awful tapping noise, so i immediately shut the engine back off. this vehecle has about 130,000 miles on it, most being highway miles. i have always serviced according to manaufacture recommendations. this is my only means of transportation and i still have 6 payments left on it. why will dodge not stand behind their product, as it is obvious by the internet that this is a very big problem. in these bad economic times people can't afford to loose what they have worked so hard to keep. i think i will go to the news media on this to make americans aware not to purchase dodge products. | |||
| 01/13/2011 | 116000 | ||
| After nothing but normal driving experiences, upon attempting to start my 2004 dodge durango with a 5.7 l hemi v8, there was a large wrenching sound and the subsequent banging in the timing of the engine. the last time i drove the car it was fine and actually averaged 20 mpg as per usual highway driving. the dodge service technician later informed me that a valve lifter, rocker arm, and piston had all gone and the vehicle requires a new motor. since i only have 116,000 miles on it and service it regularly, i find this to be a defect. this feeling is also justified by the fact that i can easily find over 100 postings on vehicle forums related to engine failure at start-up, idle or low speeds, all with similar outcomes to mine. there was no recourse offered by the dealer, who instead offered me an option of a $6500 rebuild or $450 for the car as-is and were too eager to get me into their showroom. | |||
| 12/30/2010 | 98265 | ||
| On thursday december 30, 2010 i went to start my vehicle and there was a ticking noise coming from the engine. got it to my mechanics and as we were putting it on the lift there was a big bang and then the ticking became more of a hammering noise. we removed the motor on thursday january 6, 2011 to find that the #7 cylinder connecting rod had broke and gone through the side of the engine block. through some user forums on the internet i found that there have been multiple instances of this happening usually between 90 - 100,000 miles. my vehicle had approximately 98,000 miles on it. ordered a new motor on friday january 7,2011. i am just glad that this did not happen while i was driving down the interstate at 65 mph during my normal daily routine. | |||
| 12/22/2010 | 71828 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango slt hemi (5.7 v8) with 71,000 miles. no events leading to failure as vehicle was regulalrly maintained and no warning via sounds/feel/or lights of any kind. the connecting rod broke thru the bottom of the engine block causing 2 substabtial cracks and leakage of oil. only option for repair is a new engine. | |||
| 12/13/2010 | 105000 | ||
| Driving on highway at 55mph. loud bag then rapping sound. pulled to side of road with engine still runiing, shut off, determine large puddle of oil under passanger side of car. towed to garage. oil leaked through cracked block due to broken connecting rod. all maintenance done per manufactures specs. replacing engine. | |||
| 11/25/2009 | 117000 | ||
| Vehicle upon exiting interstate blew the engine. steering and braking functions were disabled. 4,000lb suv remained uncontrollable until it careened into an embankment. someone has to do something. there are countless people with this same issue of engine failure with the sme engine. is there nothing that can be done? we paid large amounts of money to support chrysler and their is no positive return for the buyer. please see link http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f1dd4b2 | |||
| 10/22/2010 | 96000 | ||
| I have a 2004 dodge durango with a blown engine. my 5.7 hemi has approximately 96,000 miles on it. my vehicle's engine has been properly maintained for the four years i've owned it. i've kept the oil changed every 3,000 miles, have run only high octane fuel in it, and put less than 10,000 miles a year on it. my 17 year old daughter was allowed to drive it to her dental appointment which is thirty miles from our hometown. however, she was not able to get out of the driveway. she called and told me the engine was banging, and i don't mean slang for awesome. so, she took her old maxima with over 200,000 miles to her dental appointment, and when i got home, i found out what she was talking about. the engine has thrown a rod. i called chrysler to ask if there is a recall on the vehicle since i researched my problem on the internet and found that my engine failure is not an isolated incident. i understand completely that i have no warranty on the vehicle, but at such a low amount of miles, i assumed that dodge had realized that they have an obvious mechanical or engineering defect that needs to be corrected. unfortunately, chrysler does not agree. after talking to several agents at chrysler, i was assigned a case manager who had come to the conclusion that i was on my own, but they wanted to offer me four complimentary oil changes! i did not make that up. four oil changes for my blown engine. i've babied this vehicle; most of the miles on my durango have been highway miles. ive only hauled a trailer a handful of times. this vehicle should not be worn out. i still have two years to pay on it. as a poor school teacher who relied on this vehicle for transporting his family safely, i am severely disappointed with chrysler's choice to ignore so many people who have experienced this very same problem of counting on chrysler to protect our families with a reliable vehicle built to safely carry our families in traffic and through all types of weather. | |||
| 09/04/2010 | 105000 | ||
| I purchased the vehicle on 8/27/2010. on 9/4/2010 while driving on the highway at 70mph, the car made a jerking movement then stalled. i looked out of the rearview mirror, and there was smoke coming from the exhaust. i was unable to stop due to the power brakes going out and rolled into a ditch. i immediately called the car dealership. the car dealership told me to have it towed there and they would diagnose the problem. two weeks later the dealership stated that the engine was overheated and stalled. there was no indication while driving the car after one week of purchase that the engine was overheated. the car dealership refused to pay for any repairs stating that it was due to my neglect. the car dealiership repaired the engine through their own mechanics and i was forced to pay $4200 for a used engine. i explained to the dealership, while doing some research that this is a common problem with the dodge 5.7: hemi engine and that many formal complaints were made. although the car was under a 30 day warranty, the dealership would not pay for the cost of the repairs. | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 100000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact stated that while driving at 65mph,the oil light illuminated on the dashboard and then made a ticking noise when the vehicle stalled. the contact then pulled over and could not start it back up again . the vehicle was then towed to her residence and had a mechanic diagnose it. the mechanic stated that it was massive burnt oil sludge that covered the valve covers in the engine. the manufacturer was contacted by email where they stated that there are no recalls and to bring it in to the dealer so that they can have it diagnosed. there haven't been no repairs at this moment. the failure and the current mileage was 100000.cv | |||
| 05/07/2010 | 147000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 l hemi purchased in 03/05 w/34 miles on odometer. problem started with all dash lights illuminating and rpm/speed indicators briefly redlining; power loss followed by temp inability to start. last incident towed to mechanic who said engine had seized & that dodge has a problem w/this type of engine. engine completely locked & needs to be replaced. all recomended maintenance performed prior to failure incl'g oil changes every 3k miles. checked edmunds.com blogs & numerous complaints of exact same problem plus over 500 compliants to odi. out of warranty so chrysler refuses to acknowledge a problem. previous occurrence on highway at speeds >65 mph which caused loss of power steering but was able to navigate to roadside without incident. | |||
| 10/15/2009 | 63000 | ||
| 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi dies when coming to a stop or in reverse happening several times a day for past eight months. delaer did a reflash but it did not fix it. | |||
| 11/15/2005 | 109000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the vehicle was parked when the contact noticed all interior lights were illuminated. the contact then started the vehicle and the dashboard caught on fire. the contact confirmed the failure had occurred on four different occasions. on the fourth incident, the engine blew out. the vehicle was towed to the dealer all four times in regards to the failure. the dealer replaced the dashboard cluster on each occasion. the vin was not available. the approximate current and failure mileages were 109,000. | |||
| 04/16/2009 | 61000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle suddenly shut off without warning. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the engine was replaced. a year after the failure occurred, the contact was driving 50 mph when the vehicle suddenly shut off without warning. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired when the complaint was filed. the failure mileage was approximately 61,000. the current mileage was approximately 73,000. | |||
| 04/12/2010 | 86000 | ||
| Suv would stall while driving then start back up. heard a ticking noise when turned key over, then heard a loud noise and louder ticking then engine gave out. looked under suv and there was oil and pieces of the metal on the ground. towed it to a shop and was told engine failed due to internal engine failure most likely due to piston. mechanic showed me a hole in the engine block. 2004 dodge durango with apprx. 86,000 miles. also told that whatever happened with the engine destroyed the starter as well. replaced both the engine and the starter | |||
| 04/09/2010 | 49700 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while traveling at speeds of 35 mph, the vehicle would stall without warning. the dealer advised the cam and crank sensors would need to be replaced. there were no repairs made to the vehicle. the current mileage was 49,800 and the failure mileage was 49700. updated 05/18/2010. *lj | |||
| 03/03/2010 | 99600 | 1 | |
| My 2004 dodge durango (5.7 l) shut off while my husband was driving it. we were making a left hand turn into a parking lot and the truck shut off. he barely missed hitting another car because the steering and the brakes went out. it took 4 tries to get the truck started back up. this has happened to me 2 others times when i was sitting at a red light, thankfully i was not driving. the truck also stalls out everytime there is a heavy rain. the check engine light has not come on so every dealership i've spoken to says that there is nothing that can be done about it, but they are aware there is a problem. i use this truck to drive my children everywhere and i do not understand how this problem has not been addressed. *tr | |||
| 11/20/2009 | 114000 | 1 | |
| 2004 dodge durango slt with 5.7l hemi engine. engine only has 114,000 miles and has been meticulously maintained. upon starting the car on 11/20/2009 the engine suddenly without any prior warning broke a rod and punched two holes in my oil pan. after researching this on the internet and contacting dodge this is a common problem with the 2004 model that was fixed on the 2005 model. chrysler refuses to repair any defective engines that are out of warranty even thought they admit to the engine having a problem. *tr | |||
| 10/21/2009 | 74000 | 1 | |
| I have a 2004 dodge durango 5.7l v8 with 74,000 miles on it. every couple of weeks the engine stalls without any prior warning. the vehicle just shuts off and i can't use the brakes to stop or anything. i've taken it to the dealership on multiple occasions but they keep telling me they can't find anything wrong. i've read several other complaints from owners of this vehicle experiencing the same problem. i don't feel safe driving the vehicle. luckily, i haven't been in an accident yet, but i'm fearful that it's only a matter of time before i am in an accident due to the engine stalling. *tr | |||
| 10/09/2009 | 82100 | 1 | |
| 2004 dodge durango, equipped with 5.7l v8 hemi, stalls sporadically with no advanced warning. the engine can generally be restarted immediately with little or no modification to the vehicle's configuration. when the engine stalls occur, all power steering and braking functions are rendered inoperative. stalling events appear to be unrelated to weather conditions, or usage of automobile functions (i.e. air conditioning, radio, etc.). most instances occur during low speed maneuvers, to include parking lot and driveway operations, and pulling away from stop signs or traffic lights. however, on several occasions, stalling has occurred during straight-forward driving, with little or no maneuvering on freeway or city streets. *tr | |||
| 03/17/2009 | 54800 | 1 | |
| The vehicle stalls without warning in different driving conditions. it has happened multiple times and it seems to be getting worse. in two cases, accidents were close to occurring if it were not for the other vehicle's ability to stop or swerve around. the power steering in the vehicle stops, which is the first indication that the vehicle has stalled. there is no power and the vehicle shuts off. the vehicle turns on again with no problems and we are able to proceed without problems until it happens again. it usually doesn't happen within the same trip, at least it hasn't happened yet. *tr | |||
| 12/20/2008 | 69000 | 1 | |
| Intermittent engine stalling while driving. *tr | |||
| 07/27/2008 | 71000 | 1 | |
| I have had numerous engine stalling/loss of steering problems with my vehicle once the mileage exceeded 70,000 miles. it has stalled while stopping at a stop sign, upon accelerating into a turn, and many others. after diagnostic testing, we replaced 2 o2 sensors and the stalling still occurs. after a second diagnostic testing, we replaced all the spark plugs and ignition coils and the stalling still occurs. after a third diagnostic testing, we replaced the fuel pump and the stalling still occurs. now the diagnostic testing indicated we need to replace the egr flow sensor. i currently have 74,836 miles. i have spent approx $1000 in parts alone to repair these items and the problem is still not fixed. *tr | |||
| 04/25/2008 | 148000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving at an unknown speed, the low oil warning light illuminated. the contact pulled into the nearest service station to check the oil. she added one quart of oil as indicated by the oil dip stick. she resumed driving and after approximately five miles, the engine began knocking. she pulled to the side of the road and called a tow truck to have the vehicle towed back to north carolina. once in north carolina, the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that a new engine was needed. the failure and current mileages were 148,000. | |||
| 07/16/2007 | 36292 | 1 | 08/14/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving approximately 40 mph in dry conditions, the vehicle lost power and stalled. the contact pulled off the road. she was able to restart the vehicle and drive to her residence. the vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it is currently located. the dealer has been unable to determine the cause of failure. there is an open defect investigation (ea05018) for this failure. the current and failure mileages were 36,429. updated 09/05/07. *jb | |||
| 07/02/2007 | 47100 | 5 | 02/21/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. on july 2, 2007, the contact stated that the engine shut off when driving at high speeds or when in the idle position. she had new equipment for the engine replaced. she stated that this is the fifth time that this failure has occurred. the current and failure mileages were 47,100. | |||
| 11/01/2006 | 39000 | 1 | 05/01/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. while driving 50 mph, the steering wheel locked and the vehicle shut off without warning. the contact parked and restarted the vehicle. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. presently, no other failures have occurred. the current mileage is 42,000 and failure mileage was 39,000. | |||
| 12/03/2006 | 34000 | 1 | 07/01/2004 |
| Engine died as we were exiting the freeway after driving about 40 miles. had it towed to dealership. were told the engine failed because of sludge build-up from failure to change oil often enough. $6000 to replace with a remanufactured engine. new engine would have been $8, 000. we did not have receipts of the oil changes performed, and so we had to pay for engine replacement. have since heard of many others who had the same experience.*ak | |||
| 03/12/2007 | 24000 | 2 | 07/15/2004 |
| 2/15/07 while driving the engine just shut off. 3/12/07 truck was running fine. drove approx. 2 miles and it would not re-start. engine would fire, then stall. after 5 attempts it started continued to run fine. *jb | |||
| 03/02/2007 | 40488 | 4 | 09/01/2004 |
| On march 2, 2007 i got in my 2004 dodge durango limited (hemi) to take my kids to school, i noticed my radio had no sound, the power came on, but no sound at all was heard. after i drove about 1/2 of a mile the speedometer and tachometer gauges started acting erratic, jumping up and down, the radio came back on for a few seconds, then cut out again. the overhead temp control was jumping from 54 degrees to negative 40!. my airbag light came on and stayed on as well as the etc light. after dropping my kids at school, i have not drove this truck, with less than 41000 miles. after reading that fires have started in many other 2004 durango's, i would like to know why my truck has not been issued a recall, what are they waiting for? i can not put my kids in this truck. in october 2006 my truck was leaking from above my drivers side door (34713 miles), we took it to the dealer and they had to re-seal seams above my door as well as other possible areas water could be getting in, one week later my truck started stalling at stop signs, my husband took it do the dealer again (35050 miles) the dealer schaefer and strohminger dodge whitemarsh of course tells us that it is lack of maintenance (not true) and we need the throttle body cleaned ($169.00 and a tune up $182.00) yet just the week before when my truck was there they did the multi-point inspection report and checked that everything was fine. after doing research i found out the issue with the leak above my door was sent out as a customer satisfaction notification no. d10, dated march 2004, why didn't i get this notification? better yet, why didn't the dealer fix this before i bought it in sept. 04? what good is the warranty from them when everything is denied? i will never buy a dodge/chrysler vehicle again. i have had many vehicles and never had an issue with a dealer not honoring a warranty and fixing problems, this is ridiculous and unsafe. *jb | |||
| 02/26/2007 | 22200 | 2 | 03/29/2005 |
| Without warning, my vehicle has stalled during slow down. this has happened twice in the last two years. the vehicle is a 2004 dodge durango limited with the 5.7l hemi engine. after first incident, dealer says that nothing could be found. second incident occurred this past week. will try a new dealership. *jb | |||
| 01/21/2007 | 5 | ||
| Engine stalls without warning. *nm | |||
| 01/02/2007 | 54102 | 15 | |
| 2004 hemi durango, driving down freeway and vehicle shuts off. placed vehicle in neutral and recovered. coasted to a stop in breakdown lane. placed vehicle in park and re started vehicle. it took 2 attempts to re start it was almost like the engine had loaded up. it then re started fine after the 2nd attempt. this has happened on several occasions during driving but only once at fwy speed. *nm | |||
| 03/08/2005 | 18000 | 6 | 05/18/2004 |
| Engine shut off while in a left turn. loss of all electrical & power. was able to stop vehicle. took 6 tries to restart vehicle. *nm | |||
| 08/11/2004 | 3600 | 2 | 05/18/2004 |
| While making a left turn, the engine shut off. loss of all power. was able to pull the car over, avoid an accident and stop car. was able to restart engine. *nm | |||
| 10/26/2006 | 34900 | 5 | 09/01/2004 |
| My truck has stalled several times, and at one point would not even start, the dealer said it is a dirty throttle body causing this, but i do not think they even really looked into it, especially after reading other complaints about the same problrm! *nm | |||
| 06/21/2006 | 5400 | 100 | 10/15/2004 |
| 2004 durango. v6 3.7 l engine. after sitting over night vehicle is hard to start as if it is out of gas. turns over for a very long time before starting. when accelerating from a stop vehicle stalls, or sputters or hesitates everytime. makes a slight ping noise when engine eventually takes off. took to dealership they suggested change plugs i did that. said i used wrong kind changed to there brand. still no difference. they cleaned throttle body and injector still no change. new dealer still no idea vehicle has been in shop 7 days now. dodge no help what so ever. dealership rude unhelpful and dented my hood trying to close. afraid problem will get worse or cause an accident for my wife. *nm | |||
| 03/05/2006 | 24000 | 1 | 05/29/2004 |
| While driving on i-91 south in ma (in the evening, with two of my kids ages 5 & 7) in my 2004 dodge durango suv the engine suddenly and unexpectedly cut out - turned off. the vehicle lost power steering and power brakes. the dashboard lights went dark. the headlights remained on and the radio continued to function. the car was in drive and the ignition key was in the proper position - this was not caused the my having inadvertently put the car in neutral or park, etc or by the car having been inadvertently turned off. this was a sudden engine shut down while traveling at highway speeds on an interstate. fortunately, i was able to put the flashers on (they worked) and coast over to the shoulder and stop the vehicle. i shifted the transmission from drive to park. i turned the key to the off position. i checked the headlights -- they went on and off. i checked the radio it went on and off. i waited a moment to collect my thoughts. then, i turned the key and the car started right up no problem. i let the engine idle for a moment and checked for any engine warning lights - there were none. i put the vehicle in drive and proceeded on the shoulder for a short distance to see if the car would go. it did. i was able to enter back on to the interstate and resume by trip. the vehicle functioned perfectly normally for the remainder of the trip. i vehicle has also continued to function properly since then without incident. this engine cut out problem had never happened before. i am concerned, however, that the problem could recur at any time without notice. while fortunately this time that an accident did not occur and no one was injured, it is entirely possible that given a different situation and this same problem happened there could easily be an accident resulting in death and/or serious bodily injury, as well as property damage. a mechanic look at the vehicle and didn't find anything wrong. *jb | |||
| 02/11/2006 | 20700 | 10 | 05/10/2004 |
| I lease a 2004 dodge durango limited w/ a 5.7 hemi. this vehicle stalled on slick road doing approx, 35-40 mph. i tried to stop vehicle and lost control. went off road into ditch and rolled vehicle. all passengers in vehicle (4) were all uninjured. this vehicle has done this since it had 1803 miles on it. this truck has had multiple problems and has been a nightmare. this vehicle is unsafe as i have said since first episode of stalling. now this truck has approx, 21000 miles on it and this problem recurred. we are scared to drive truck. manu, says not to worry if this happens, airbags will still deploy. are you serious !! enough is enough! lets get together and make this problem known. at this point i am ready for action to be taken and all the consumers that have this problem need to unite and settle this once and for all. next time there may be a death. it may be your child. we need to stop this people !!! *nm | |||
| 09/24/2004 | 18196 | 7 | 05/14/2004 |
| On september 24, 2004 the battery was replaced. on december 29, 2004 the battery cable was rerouted per recall. on may 6, 2005 the vehicle overheated, the following parts were replaced the hub/drive fan, thermostat, water pump, and the spark plugs. on may 16, 2005 overheated the radiator had to be replaced. on august 12, 2005 the vehicle overheated. the following parts were replaced the heads, valves, camshaft,and sprocket. on october 18, 2005 the vehicle had squeaky brakes, brake pads replaced and rotors turned. the right rear axle leaked and needed to be replaced. on january 17, 2006 the radio cut in and out, dashboard controls were flickering on and off. no problems were found. also, i asked for the brakes to be checked for the same type of vibration. stated there was no safety issue, but rotors needed to be replaced. on january 20, 2006 the vehicle was again brought to the dealer for the radio, dashboard, and stalling. the car was kept for two days and returned without any solution. on s january 22, 2006 again my vehicle stalled at a traffic light. on january 24, 2006 was again brought in to the dealer. i spoke with the service manager on january 25, 2006 and he told me that chrysler said static electricity from the seat caused the problem. he was then advised to spray the seats with something to eliminate the static electricity. the car was to be delivered to me by an employee of the dealer, when the gentlemen arrived he told me that the car radio started cutting in and out, and the dash board went crazy, he then left with the loaner car and i proceeded to call the dealership, driver came back to pick up my car once again to return to the dealership. when he tried to start the vehicle it would not start, a technician was sent to my home to replace the battery. the battery was replaced, an vehicle was off to the dealership. *ak | |||
| 07/15/2005 | 29000 | 2 | 09/09/2004 |
| As i was driving down us41, i felt an internal kickback, definitely not due to acceleration or other driver input. right after, the check engine light turned on. the same incident occurred again in october 2005 when we were pulling out of a parking lot. my husband thought that he had been rear-ended, but i recognized the kickback and saw that the check engine light had turned back on. the truck is a 2004 dodge durango. *nm | |||
| 09/23/2005 | 20700 | 1 | 07/04/2004 |
| Approaching a left turn, while braking, the engine stalled. approximate speed at the time of failure was 15 mph. had to make a difficult left turn against oncoming traffic without power steering, causing the vehicle to strike a curb. no damage was done to the vehicle or injuries to the occupants. put vehicle in park and restarted the engine. vehicle seemed fine after that. *nm | |||
| 07/30/2005 | 39328 | 3 | 04/02/2004 |
| I purchased a 2004 dodge durango with the hemi engine in april of 2004. in july 2004 the check engine light came on and the engine failed immediately. i had it towed back to the dealer ship (towne & country dodge conyers ga). they fixed it and did not tell me what it was. in march 2005, the same thing happened again. this time they replaced a valve spring in the 3trd cylinder. two weeks ago, it happened again. this time they told me i needed a new battery. i complained and they recharged the old one. when i went to pick it up, there were warning lights on and the cd player did not work. they are charging me to do a diagnostic test. i have complained to dodge with no satisfaction. *jb | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 3 | 05/01/2004 | |
| 2004 dodge durango stalling while driving at highway speeds.*mr the consumer stated the stalling occurred on 3 separate occasions. the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. *jb | |||
| 03/09/2005 | 10000 | 01/28/2004 | |
| Since purchasing dodge durango 2004 hemi 5.7 in februrary 2004 an engine stalled 3 times without any reason. all times it happened after a complete stop at stop light or in a parking lot. the only way to restart an engine was to turn off a key, wait a little bit and start an engine once again. dealer (westgate dodge in raleigh, nc) made an investigation and didn't find anything wrong. the only thing what he did was to flash pcm, which leads to reducing an engine power and decreasing a fuel economy. i don't feel safe because this may happen somewhere in a middle of a road, which may lead to an incident and/or crash. | |||
| 06/09/2004 | 2000 | 7 | |
| Instant stalling, whether turning or going straight. warm or cold doesn't matter. dealer has no clue. | |||
| 07/01/2005 | 9575 | 4 | |
| Events leading up to engine stall while driving. every gauge on dash broad will light up and then the engine will stall while driving. everything then goes dead. this is the forth time this has happened. everytime we bring it into a dodge service depart. they tell us that they can't find anything wrong and send us back on the road. was even told that the owner of the dealership drove it and it didn't stall so nothing wrong with it. it has been happening every two to three months. most recently july 1, 2005. this time it does have a co-pilot attached, but was told by dealership, that it probably won't find anything. the dealership has records of the exact dates. it has happened four times in a ten month periiod. i have had the car the whole time; brand new off the lot. my complaint is that all the dealership is doing is putting on the computer and sending us back on the road with an unsafe and dangerous vehicle. | |||
| 06/30/2005 | 17550 | 2 | 06/22/2004 |
| My previous odi is 10126311 this vehicle was picked up in clovis, nm this morning. bender dodge had just replaced my short block due to a snapped number 7 rod between the piston and crank journal. the trip was over 250 mile for us and about 10 miles before we reached belen, nm my check engine light came on. the idle was high and the rpms were jumping up and down. i called chrysler roadside assist and they could not advise me if i should call a tow truck or drive it. i hung up my cell phone and called bender dodge and spoke to eric in their service department. he thought it sounded like a intake air line and told me it would be fine to continue driving to auge's dodge in belen. auge's had the vehicle for a couple of hours and seemed to think it was just a censor, they reset it and waited for the vehicle to cool off and sent us on our way. on the way home the check engine light never came on but the car is now idling very high and when you let off the gas the whole vehicle jerks. daimler/chrysler is not easy to deal with and have been very unhelpful to us. i see a long road with a vehicle that won't get us down it. i have a vehicle that is not going to be reliable and want a replacement vehicle so i can get to work and back each day and enjoy trips with my family. | |||
| 06/06/2005 | 17169 | 06/22/2004 | |
| On june 5, 2005 we towed our boat to conchas lake for vacation. the next afternoon the motor began to knock after launching our boat. on the morning of june 7, 2005 i called roadside assistance and they towed my car 118 miles to clovis nm. my car needed a new motor. bender dodge has had the vehicle since june 7, 2005, today is june 23, 2005 and it is still not ready. i recieved a rental car for 5 days because of my extended warranty, kept it for 7 days and had to pay for the other 2 days. my boat is in storage in conchas, 188 miles from home. my 2004 dodge durango is in clovis, 244 miles from home. this vehicle was purchased new and needed a new motor after 17,169 miles. | |||
| 05/26/2005 | 10000 | 3 | 08/08/2004 |
| Durango 2004 5.7 hemi 4x4 slt. three times in two months, i have been driven at low speed either in a car park or making a turn from a stop and the engine stalls. i then put it in park or neutral and then it starts fine and i'm able to drive it. this is highly dangerous and was lucky i could pull over and restart it. dodge needs to look into this before someone dies. | |||
| 05/12/2005 | 35500 | 8 | 09/26/2004 |
| I bought a 2004 dodge durango in september of 2004. i have since driven the vehicle 35500 miles with no problems until now. the vehicle stalls prior to stopping. a vehicle was turning left in front of me and i slowed to prepare to stop. the vehicle turned left before i reached them and my vehicle stalled. the vehicles behind me were not expecting me to stop and almost rearended me. this happened 4 times. it also stalled at the top of exit 87 off i-40 near jackson. i restarted the vehicle. upon attempting to turn left, the vehicle stalled again, this time with oncoming traffic in both directions. i was nearly hit by one of the oncoming vehicles. this is very dangerous! i also should add that i had left the dealership who fixed the problem 6 hours prior to these occurences. it happened once the day before and i took it to service immediately the morning in question. | |||
| 08/07/2004 | 1 | 06/16/2004 | |
| 2004 dodge durango experiencing alot of mechanical problems making the vehicle inoperative on numerous occasions.*mr the vehicle's engine blew two months after the vehicle was purchased. the engine was replaced under warranty. the vehicle started idling rough but the dealer could find anything wrong. one month after the engine was replaced it blew again. | |||
| 04/06/2005 | 11000 | 3 | 07/04/2004 |
| While driving at low speeds engine failed. as a result, the steering and brakes become inoperable. *ak this failure occurred three times. the vehicle was taken to the dealer but they have been unable to find the cause of the problem. the vehicle has been at the dealer since feb 24,2005. *nm dealer service manager said there was a software fix but admitted there has never been a problem with hemi engines. *eh | |||
| 12/13/2004 | 34 | 5 | |
| When driving down a hill the vehicle accelerated up causing the rpms to go up to 3500. the consumer had to ride the brakes continuously. the dealer stated that this was a characteristic of the dodge . *ak on terrain where one would like to go slow down slope, one could idle down to 2 mph but if one touch the gas to increase, it would go to 1500 rpm and if one does not hit the brake, it would slow down continuously increasing to 3500 rpm without touching the gas more. *sc | |||
| 02/02/2005 | 11438 | 3 | 05/29/2004 |
| Our durango had experienced numerous problems, since we purchased it new in 5/04. the engine surged, it stalled, and it felt like the brakes did not grab in the rear. it also racked up more miles on the odometer, than it actually drove. on 12/16/04 we brought it in to the dealership for a recalled battery cable. the next day the engine caught on fire while driving. it was towed to the dealership, the transmission was replaced, and we picked it back up 12-28-04. on 1-16-05 we had a second fire in the engine while driving. this time it was in the shop until 2-1-05. the dealership overhauled the transmission, but did not replace it. on 2-2-05 again while driving, our durango's engine caught on fire, this time the fire was so big, and so fast my husband barley had time to get our kid out before it exploded, and burned to the ground. it took the fire department over an hour to get the fire out. i had sent a certified letter to daimler chrysler, asking them to buy the durango back under the lemon law on 1-20-05. to this day there has been no response to that letter. my husband and children were almost killed! *jb | |||
| 01/29/2004 | 2692 | 3 | 12/04/2003 |
| 3x now my 2004 dodge durango slt (hemi) stalls coming to a stop. 1st time took it to the dealer for a ecu reflash. didn't fix the problem. i hear others are having this problem. it is actually quite dangerous. vehicle has 2700 miles on it and is 2 months old.*ak | |||
| 12/03/2004 | 4000 | 3 | |
| While driving at any speed vehicle stalled. *ak | |||
| 10/07/2004 | 1400 | 4 | 06/29/2004 |
| While driving the vehicle on several occasions the vehicle turned off while making a turn. the consumer stated that the dealer has been unable to diagnose the problem. *jb the dealers were unable to duplicate the problem. the engine light had never come on when it stalled. *sc | |||
| 09/16/2004 | 1000 | 10 | 04/04/2004 |
| I was getting on the freeway and accelerated to get on the freeway, car in front of me slowed to exit the freeway so i had to lift my foot of of the gas - rpms dropped, oil pressure light came on and the car stalled in the right lane of the freeway - luckily i was able to pull over to the offramp. restarted the car with no problem. i have taken the car to the dealer several times for this problem but they say they cannot fix it because they cannot duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 02/05/2006 | 75000 | 3 | 01/10/2004 |
| Bought 2004 3.7l dodge durango jan 2004 .within year, check engine light came on. took it to arrigo dodge, wpbch, florida. left it for a few days, called to say it was ready. reason for failure - bad sensor. drove home, light back on.took it to arrigo. they kept it for a week. they explained that the harness (electrical) had a short, so they replaced it.got it back with the light on. they took it back into the shop for about 5 minutes then the service advisor took it back to say they just turned off the warning light. within a month my mechanic told me that there is a vibration in the motor. by the begining of 2006, the vibration got worse. eventually the vehicle broke down. by this time, my 75000 mile powertrane warranty had run out. my mechanic told me that there was sludge stuck in the oil pump screen and as such the oil was not circulating like it should.the night before i was supposed to take it to the dealership for diagnosis, i parked it in my neighbors driveway. woke up early,went to the truck opened the driverside door and immediately smelled / saw smoke coming from under instrument panel. all the warning and ignition lights were on and speedometer was cycling between zero and 10 mph. . i disconnected the battery, which stopped the burning. took it to dealership where they discovered that the module in the instrument cluster was burnt, and for the original problem , they found that the motor was ruined. as a result of all this i had to pay $800+ to fix the instrument cluster problem and my mechanic found a motor to replace mine at an additional $2500. i'm convinced the warning light was indication that something was wrong with the engine and had they not turned off the warning light, i would have paid enough attention to the vehicle to not wind up with a ruined engine. dealer told me that there was recall for a capacitor in the instrument cluster but the recall was done on my vehicle before i bought it. thus i had to pay for the repair out of pocket. *nm | |||
| 05/20/2006 | 6 | 05/10/2004 | |
| Finally got truck back from body shop (9 weeks) and service after a total of $13219 in damage. all caused by this stalling problem on 2004 dodge durango limited with a hemi. still after the accident they are not able to tell me why this happened. the typical answer is sorry but we cannot duplicate this problem and no codes are coming up. so to make a long story short, it has happened again !!! i have not even had the truck back for 1 month !!! got in the truck on saturday around 10:00 am (5/20) with my wife and 2 children after a haircut. started the truck, put it reverse and nothing. it stalled !?!?! tried twice more and the same thing happened. finally the truck stayed started on the forth try. started down the road doing about 30-35 mph, coming up to a traffic light and the truck stalled. imagine that !!! stopped and put in park and started right back up. got back to our house and called dealer. he said bring it up. got a call today (monday 5/22) from dealer and you will never guess the answer i got. your right !!! sorry but we cannot duplicate this problem and no codes are coming up. not sure what to do at this point. we are scared of this vehicle and we are afraid to drive it. no one seems to care. *nm | |||
| 07/07/2005 | 10050 | 12/27/2004 | |
| 2004 dodge durango ltd. 5.7 hemi fails to start, after several attempts and stepping on the gas, the car starts, but idles very rough. dealer (stanley motors, old saybrook ct) could not fix the problem, after having the car for seven days- they installed new valve springs. the car is still not starting easily, and is idling very rough, condition seems to be getting worse. i'm concerned there will be long term damage to the engine, and i will be left stranded with the family. | |||
| 05/26/2005 | 10000 | 3 | 08/08/2004 |
| Durango 2004 5.7 hemi 4x4 slt. three times in two months, i have been driven at low speed either in a car park or making a turn from a stop and the engine stalls. i then put it in park or neutral and then it starts fine and i'm able to drive it. this is highly dangerous and was lucky i could pull over and restart it. dodge needs to look into this before someone dies. | |||
| 05/24/2005 | 15500 | 6 | 06/14/2004 |
| There have been several incidents where my dodge durango has stalled when i attempted to accelerate across traffic. | |||
| 10/10/2004 | 14000 | 30 | 05/15/2004 |
| I am leasing a 2004 dodge durango equipped with a 5.7 liter hemi engine that stales during regular driving applications. i have had the vehicle in to the dealer several times with no action taken. i have called the chrysler hotline twice with my concerns about the obvious safety issues related to these failures. my 9 month pregnant wife drives this vehicle on a daily basis and she transports my other two children to school. it is just a matter of time before this vehicle is going to stale in a dangerous situation and someone is going to get killed or seriously injured. vin# 1d4hd48dx4f150130 thank you, jason miller | |||
| 01/19/2005 | 8956 | 2 | |
| My vehicle has stalled while driving on 2 occasions. steering and braking are seriously affected. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 11/08/2010 | 117000 | ||
| I own a 2004 dodge durango 4.7. the miles are 117,000. my wife noticed a loud ticking sound coming from the engine. after doing some reseach online about the durango i came open another owner that reported it being the exaust manifold. i bought a new exaust manifold gasket and when i went to install it i noticed that 6 of the bolts had been broken off. on the drivers side the heat sheild was completely missing. i went to the dealer and purchansed a new heat sheild and replacement bolts. after i installed them the ticking continued, i took it to my mechanic and he told he was sure it was an exaust leak and to go ahead and replace the drivers side manifold. i purchased the manifold from the dodge dealer and once i got the old one out i noticed they did not match. the factory exaust manifold that came with the vehicle did not have the two holes closest to the rear of the car. i believe because of this it cause excessive heat causing the bolts to break off. i believe it also to be a fire hazard. i have contacted chrysler i have not heard back yet. | |||
| 11/26/2008 | 1 | ||
| Exhaust manifold bolts broke off. *tr | |||
| 02/02/2009 | 68539 | 1 | |
| Recently our durango began making a loud ticking noise at initial start up of the vehicle, which would decrease and ultimately go away as the car warmed up. i took my car to my local service shop (not dodge) to have other work performed and asked them to try and determine the cause of the problem. the said that the back two bolts connect the manifold to the block of the engine and the heads of the bolts that secure the heat shield were broken. they instructed me to contact the dealer because it looked as if the heads of the bolts and the bolts themselves had just broken off, probably due to heat from the engine. my vehicle has 68,000 miles so i called to see if it was covered under the 70,000 mile warranty. without looking at the car, they told me that someone had to have broken the bolts off, because that just wouldn't occur. i told them that the engine had never been worked on other that routine maintenance. they said they would not cover it because i have not used them for other service, so they did not know if the bolts had been broken off by someone else. i paid for the repairs and they started the vehicle and the same two bolts on the passenger side have the same issue and is causing the same noise. when questioned about this, they stuck to their initial response that someone in the past has broken the bolts, even though i stressed again that no other work had been done on the engine or exhaust. when asked to have the owner of the dealership give me a call concerning the issue, the call was never returned. so, i guess i am going to have to pay to have the repairs made to the passenger side as well, even though it seems to be an issue with the bolts that were used to secure the manifold and the heat shield. *tr | |||
| 01/24/2007 | 16000 | 1 | 07/05/2004 |
| Noise/low vibration at 70 mph. made complaint at service interval. could not be duplicated. next time i took it in 1500 miles over warranty they mange to duplicate. it will cost 500.00 and they think it will fix it. replace all hangers and tail pipe. next all plastic on front seat cracked again no plan until after warranty miles. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 01/01/2008 | 50 | 1 | 02/02/2006 |
| Veh problem on 1/1/08 -- 2004 dodge durango http://www.datatown.com/chrysler/ 1/3/08: called chrysler dealer | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 11/02/2005 | 0 | 1 | 06/21/2004 |
| Once engine was turned on the vehicle began to idle rough. while driving at the speed of 20 mph vehicle idle became worse and driving the vehicle was unstable. vehicle was immediately delivered to the dealership for service. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV) | |||
| 09/02/2007 | 37000 | 1 | 07/07/2004 |
| After loading our boat at a reservoir and prepping the boat on the trailer, i started the durango to leave the lake, and the engine was knocking. a guy from the marina came by and said it's knocking isn't it, that is the third dodge this summer. after having it towed to the nearest dealer and waiting a week for a diagnosis i was told that there is an evacuation canister mounted on the frame rail about mid-vehicle. if the vent to this canister gets in the water it will suck water into the intake of the engine. the engine had hydro-locked and was destroyed. i was told that even though we only had 37,000 miles on the vehicle, chrysler would not warranty this because it was considered submerged.6 weeks and $7000.00 in repairs and rental car fees, we have finally gotten our vehicle back. i was told by the mechanic that getting in water up to the hubs of the rear wheels, i would be at risk of this happening again. i am not sure that it was even in that deep when it happened the first time. i am going to get rid of this vehicle immediately. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | |||
| 08/01/2005 | 12000 | 4 | 04/15/2005 |
| Dt: the contact stated while driving at normal highway speeds the vehicle stalled without warning. when the stalling occurred the vehicle lost power. the first time this happened the vehicle was taken to the dealership for diagnostic testing. the dealer flashed the computer, and determined this would fix the problem. the vehicle operated normally for one and half months. the stalling returned suddenly without warning , and the vehicle was returned to the dealer a second time. the dealer determined the computer was bad , and it was replaced. again the vehicle operated normally for two to three months, then the stalling returned the vehicle was taken back to the dealer a third time. this time the dealer determined the egr valve was stuck . also, there was a short to the ground on the engine. the vehicle had the same type problems once again. also, dealer replaced seat belt anchorage. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 06/16/2008 | 63732 | 1 | 05/19/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a routine oil change. several days later, she took the vehicle to another dealer and was informed that both of the bolts in the exhaust manifold failed. the repair would cost $1,100. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer would not assist. the failure and current mileages were 63,732. updated 09/15/08 *bf the bolts on the manifold had broken off. updated 09/18/08. *jb | |||
| 04/25/2007 | 77 | 1 | 02/16/2004 |
| I recently noticed that the suv was made a loud ticking sound at startup, getting a little softer as the motor heated up. returning the vehicle to the purchased dealership,which was inspected for a fee, and found the cause to be the aluminum screws on the left side of the manifold which broke, causing the loud exhaust. i then paid $225.00 to have the two screws drilled out of the engine, and had the screws replaced along with a manifold gasket. *ak | |||