Dodge Durango is a durable, typical SUV competing against Ford and Chevrolet.
The Dodge Durango has been produced by Chrysler LLC in that 1998. It was originally based on the Jeep Grand Cherokee. It holds up to eight passengers and can tow 6,700 lbs. Its exterior originate follows the full-size Dodge Ram and compact Dodge Dakota pickups. Ability plants scope from the modest 3.7-liter V-6 to the 4.7- and 5.7-liter V-8s. Early Durangos equipped with the 4.7-liter engine suffered some oil sludge buildup problems resulting in engine failure.
A fire could result. The circuit should be replaced by Chrysler LLC.
Stalling
The generate may be due to unusually thin engine block walls, which creates Exorbitant heat and leads to oil sludge, according to carcomplaints.com. These problems could result in cracked heads. Adjacent the plant recommended prolongation programme Testament minimize the exposure to contemplative damage.
Hub Problem
The rotor commander on some 1999-2003 Durangos with two-wheel manage and rear axle ABS may be besides stretched and not seated properly against the hub flange. This causes Exorbitant trundle vibration, brake rotor caterwauling and the opportunity of the shove separating from the vehicle. Dodge recalled approximately 2,800 units to transform the hub units, according to Motor Trend.
Shift Interlock System
The 2002 Durango could have a faulty park shift and ignition interlock system that may allow the transmission to shift out of park without the key in the ignition. The defect could cause the Durango to roll away while parked. Replacing the gearshift block and bracket assembly will remedy the problem.
Steering Problems
Motor Trend reports the right steering knuckle on some 2007 Durangos was improperly manufactured and could fracture, resulting in loss of control of the steering. Dodge estimated that 6,644 Durangos are affected and should have the knuckle examined or replaced.
Circuit Overheating
More than 328,000 Dodges, including the 2005 Durango, are believed to be equipped with a faulty integrated circuit in the instrument panel that controls the interior lights. The circuit may be prone to overheating, according to a recall notice published by Motor Trend.
Engine Failure
Some 4.7-liter engines in the 1998-2000 Durangos are prone to oil sludge buildup, although owners may adhere to the Chrysler-mandated scheduled maintainance. Engine failure could transpire between 35,000 and 100,000 miles provided not detected in clock.The 1998 and 1999 Durangos may stall, lose power and be difficult to shift under heavy loads due to a faulty torque converter clutch improperly engaging. New computer software can be installed to improve torque and performance.
Throttle Problems
The 2004 Durango equipped with the 3.7- or 4.7-liter V-8 engine may be equipped with a throttle control cable that may absorb water and freeze. Freezing may cause the throttle to stick open and cause a crash. Chrysler LLC will replace the cable, according to Motor Trend.
