10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 27
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
57,992 miles

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problem #214

Oct 292017

Durango

  • 71,000 miles
The battery gets drain out without warning it happens once or twice a month lately it's happening more often, my truck won't start even if the day before was running battery was check and it's fine. Check engine light it's on now once the truck didn't want to turn on. Took it to a mechanic and he said it was a relay issue. Brakes are in the recall VIN check list along one other recall. The lights inside turn on and off as well as if there is a short going on while in driving mode it feels like the truck is loosing power even though it has gas. I'm afraid to drive it.

- Bell Gardens, CA, USA

problem #213

Jun 192018

Durango

  • 49,500 miles
Using the push button start system, with the engine off, the brake pedal not depressed, and the transmission gear selector set to P(ark). When the push button start is pressed twice, the vehicle attempted to start up, and started to move on it's own. There was nobody in the driver seat, the brake pedal was not depressed, the transmission was in park. Blue water Chrysler dealership in fort gratiot, mi has verified this to be happening and reproducible.

- Kimball, MI, USA

problem #212

Nov 012017

Durango

  • 72,000 miles
We have taken my SUV in for this starter issue for almost as long as we have had it. It acts as though it is starting but wont turn over. We have to pop out the push to start button and manually turn the car off for it to stop. It does this multiple times in a row before starting. Finally after 4 or 5 visits for the issue, Dodge says its some fuel pump relay so they fixed that, but the problem returned. The car completely stalled one day while we were driving, and it stopped turning on. We lost all power, no power steering, and every light illuminated on the dash board. This happened as we were exiting the dallas North tollway... luckily we were exiting! we were able to pull off the side of the road, we had the car towed to the dealership. This occurred in Nov/Dec 2017. Over a period of about 4-6 weeks, they replaced the PCM and cat converter (both) and alternator. Now 4.5 months later the problem has returned with starter constantly turning over, its happened 2 days in a row now. We have to travel daily 20 miles each way down the I30 corridor in the dfw area. We are afraid that the car will just stall going down the freeway. All signs point to a tipm problem, but the dealership is unwilling to replace.

- Rockwall, TX, USA

problem #211

Nov 062017

Durango

  • 103,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. On several occasions, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. No further assistance was provided. The vehicle was taken to burns motors (1300 U.S. 83 business, mcallen, tx 78501, 956-984-4440), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

- Mcallen, TX, USA

problem #210

May 162018

Durango

  • 1,245 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system) as the cause of the failure. The contact called lakeland Dodge at (863) 687-2501 (2875 mall hill dr., lakeland, fl 33810) and was informed that the recall repair was already completed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 1,245.

- Plant City, FL, USA

problem #209

May 032018

Durango

  • 100,000 miles
Vehicle has turned off twice in one while the car is in motion. Second time today my family was in the freeway and were almost seriously hurt after the engine turned off out of no where.

- San Bernardino, CA, USA

problem #208

Apr 232018

Durango

  • 112,000 miles
I have taken my truck in for all the recalls and now having trouble with power steering leakage and the system not staying cooled. The truck does not stay cool when driving the RPM goes above 3 at the speed of 60 miles per hour. The power steering leakage was told to me on the oil change done 4/2018

- Donaldsonville, LA, USA

problem #207

Apr 292018

Durango

  • 115,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 20 mph, the contact detected a burning odor inside the vehicle. In addition, the battery warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact's husband exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and noticed a small fire by the alternator. The fire department was not notified as the husband was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not towed to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system) as a possible cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.

- Port St. Lucie, FL, USA

problem #206

Apr 022018

Durango

  • miles
Blind spot detection system failed. Location of modules cause it to deteriorate

- Cooperstown, NY, USA

problem #205

Jul 102017

Durango

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system) and waited months to schedule a recall repair. The dealer (dave dennis Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, 4232 colonel glenn hwy, dayton, oh 45431, (937) 429-5566) was contacted and stated that parts were unavailable. The dealer was unable to determine when the part would be supplied from the manufacturer. The contact was uncertain as to when the vehicle would be repaired. The contact was also concerned that he was experiencing a failure due to the recall because the cd player was warm when ejecting a cd. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was waiting to determine a response from the manufacturer concerning part availability. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Fairborn, OH, USA

problem #204

Apr 092018

Durango

  • 100,500 miles
The check engine bulb is functional (lights up initially when turning on the vehicle), but does not illuminate when there is an engine code reported. I've encountered 2 different problems where the check engine light didn't illuminate. The electronic throttle control was malfunctioning, and the car occasionally went into limp mode, usually on highways while driving straight, sometimes at high speeds, risking a rear end collision. Fortunately the throttle control light illuminated, but there was no check engine light. The cruise control is malfunctioning, disengaging at random times at high speeds on a highway, again risking a rear end collision. No indicator lights illuminate, and there is no check engine light. An engine code read reports error P0572, which indicates a problem with the cruise control, but there is still no check engine light illuminated.

- Lehi, UT, USA

problem #203

Feb 272018

Durango

  • 109,850 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle decelerated and then stalled. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called South county Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram at (314) 487-1010 (7127 S lindbergh blvd, St. Louis, mo 63125) and was informed that they were not accepting recalls. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 109,850.

- San Luis, MO, USA

problem #202

Feb 012018

Durango 6-cyl

  • 186,000 miles
The contact owned a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving approximately 30 mph during inclement weather, the vehicle slid on ice, into an embankment, went airborne, and crashed into a tree. The brakes were applied with force, but failed to stop the vehicle. None of the air bags deployed. The driver sustained a fractured back in two places and a ruptured left breast implant, which required medical treatment. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed by the insurance company to a facility and a yard, but was not investigated by the insurance company or a dealer. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 15V115000 (electrical system), 17V435000 (electrical system), and 17V572000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic). The repairs had not been completed. The manufacturer was contacted after the crash to inquire about the air bags not deploying. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer had not yet issued any tsbs or recalls for the air bags. The approximate failure mileage was 186,000.

- Lake City, MI, USA

problem #201

Feb 162018

Durango

  • 95,000 miles
After pressing the vehicle ignition button to turn off, if you press the button to turn it back on, it constantly tries to turn over. This happens also when you press the ignition button and it doesn't turn over. If you press the ignition button, it doesn't start, press the button again, it constantly turns over. The only way to successfully start it after that is to get out of vehicle, close the door, and get back in. This has happened a numerous amount of times.

- Avondale, AZ, USA

problem #200

Dec 082017

Durango

  • 70,599 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 25 mph exiting the freeway, the vehicle started to accelerate and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact continued driving and did not coast over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle shook violently while driving. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to turlock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1600 auto mall dr, turlock, ca 95380) where it was diagnosed that the software needed to be upgraded. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. While at a stop sign, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road, restarted the engine, and was able to resume driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. A twenty seven point inspection was performed. The contact was informed to drive the vehicle until the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 70,599.

- Ceres, CA, USA

problem #199

Jan 032018

Durango

  • 32,000 miles
With the headlight switch in the auto position the light shut off while driving, causing a slight panic to get they switch to the manual position

- Marcellus, NY, USA

problem #198

Oct 252016

Durango

  • 133,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact occasionally heard an abnormal noise coming from the engine when the vehicle was started. In addition, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road, waited a few minutes, and was able to restart the vehicle. The contact resumed driving. The vehicle was taken to tuttle-click Chrysler Dodge (40 auto center dr, irvine, ca 92618) and was informed that the recall repair was completed and the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that a second recall was opened; however, the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V115000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.

- Santa Ana, CA, USA

problem #197

Aug 082017

Durango

  • 78,000 miles
Computer failure: Bad alternator (for which there is a recall) malfunctioned, while the vehicle was in motion, and at the same time, damaged the computer, causing the engine to shut down. While driving, multiple warning lights (seat belt, oil, alternator, etc.) would flash on and off. I was turned into a parking lot and turned into a space, but the engine died and I coasted to a stop. Car would not start after that.

- Chesapeake, VA, USA

problem #196

Aug 012017

Durango

  • 56,000 miles
The failed tipm is dangerous and could leave you stranded from astalled engine. The failed alternator may have been a by product of the faulty tipm. This part should be part of a recall.

- Columbus, MS, USA

problem #195

Dec 152017

Durango

  • 70,000 miles
T38 recall: I've taken my vehicle into prestige Chrysler Dodge, las vegas on three separate occasions concerned about loss of power and stalling while turning and have been informed that no parts are available to fix the problem for the T38 recall. Yesterday I was almost rear-ended because my vehicle lost power during a turn off the interstate. They have however, charged me for other issues like an oil pressure sensor (see attached) that has not fixed my loss of power. I called fca recall and they have sent me to an alternative dealership for a replacement alternator. Prestige Chrysler Dodge of las vegas is refusing to fix known safety issues and advised me that they had tested my alternator and knew it was faulty, yet could not repair it without the recall parts. Their dealership is placing people's lives at risk because they do not want to do the temporary fix and then have to complete the recall again when the replacement alternators are issued. This is unethical, irresponsible, and negligent. The recall was issued in July--they have had my Durango 3 times, known about the stall and refused to assist me. I also have an extended warranty and asked to have the alternator replaced with that--they refused again saying the warranty wouldn't touch a known defect. Please take action before this dealership places another family in danger for refusing to comply with NHTSA safety regulations.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

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