3.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
36,498 miles

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problem #2

May 202004

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 72,995 miles
Vehicle acquired in July of 2004. All component system failures listed have occurred since that timeframe. Engine overheated due to two (2) freeze plugs that failed between the rear of the engine and the transmission housing. Reverse lights no longer function and cause is still under investigation. Front transaxle assemblies were replaced as were the lower ball joints. Vehicle is currently at a repair facility requiring upper ball joint and tie-rod end replacement.

- Chesterfield, MO, USA

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problem #1

Nov 132001

Durango 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Hearing noise in the rear end of the vehicle, consumer took car in for inspection. The vehicle needed bearings replaced. The bearings have been replaced three (3) times. Dodge informed consumer that the whole rear of vehicle is faulty.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

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