2004 Dodge Durango
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 1,115 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 2nd highest complaint count among 25 Durango model years with reports.
Of the 2004 reports, 45 involved a crash and 74 involved a fire. 42 people were injured and 2 people died.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
EquipmentDec 21, 2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
Campaign 17V824000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, frontal, passenger side, inflator moduleDo not drive until repairedMay 24, 2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
Campaign 16V352000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, frontal, driver side, inflator moduleDo not drive until repairedMay 27, 2015
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
Campaign 15V313000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bagsDec 3, 2014
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300C and 300 SRT8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, owners were notified and the recall began on December 5, 2014. For all other vehicles, Chrysler notified owners and the recall began on February 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P40 Expanded. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 16V-352. This recall superseded the passenger air bag portion of recall 14V-354.
Campaign 14V770000 on NHTSA.gov
Exterior lightingApr 7, 2009
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Campaign 09E012000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, instrument cluster/panelMar 9, 2007
ON SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER THAT CONTROLS INTERIOR LIGHTING MAY OVERHEAT.
THIS COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE.
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CLUSTER FOR DAMAGE AND REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-140.
Campaign 07V092000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, 12v/24v/48v battery, cablesDec 8, 2004
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES BUILT WITH A 5.7L, 4.7L, OR 3.7L ENGINE, THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY CONTACT THE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM MOUNTING BRACKET.
THIS CONTACT COULD ABRADE THE CABLE AND CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BATTERY CABLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION IT AWAY FROM THE CONTROL ARM MOUNTING BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 04V578000 on NHTSA.gov
Vehicle speed control, cablesJan 14, 2004
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.7L AND 4.7L ENGINES, THE THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE MAY INGEST WATER AND FREEZE DURING EXTENDED COLD TEMPERATURE.
THIS COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO STICK IN THE OPEN POSITION AND RESULT IN A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 19, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 04V020000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, wiring, interior/under dashDec 12, 2003
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CIRCUIT BOARD CAPACITOR MAY OVERHEAT.
THIS COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE.
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE CAPACITOR FROM THE CIRCUIT BOARD. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 17, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.
Campaign 03V528000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: steering
31 reports, newest first. Show all
Steering, Jun 20, 2006
1) WHILE TURNING RIGHT ON TO HIGHWAY, POWER STEERING FAILED FOR A FEW SECONDS AND MADE A LOUD NOISE, WHICH ALMOST CAUSED CAR TO GO INTO LANE WITH ON COMING TRAFFIC. NOTHING RESOLVED TO DATE. 2) WHILE MAKING TURNS WE HEAR LOUD POPPING AND CRUNCHING NOISES AND THE STEERING SEEMS TO BE VERY RUFF. IT'S VERY CONCERNING TO US SINCE WE USE THIS VEHICLE TO TRANSPORT OUR LARGE FAMILY OF SEVEN: 2 ADULTS, 5 CHILDREN AGES 4 MONTHS, 2.5 YEARS, 3.5 YEARS, 9 & 16. *JB
Steering, Feb 22, 2006
I WAS AT A STOP SIGN WAITING FOR MY TURN TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. WHEN ALL WAS CLEAR I STARTED TO MAKE THE LEFT HAND TURN AND ALL OF A SUDDEN HAD ABSOLUTELY NO CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. MY TRUCK PROCEEDED TO TURN IN A LEFT HAND TURN ALMOST ALLOWING ME TO DO A 360 AT A SLOW RATE OF SPEED. I HEARD A LOT OF NOISE AND AFTER ABOUT 30-60 SECONDS HAD REGAINED CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL LANDING IN A DITCH ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I DROVE THE CAR DIRECTLY TO THE DEALERSHIP AND EXPLAINED THE PROBLEM. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THEY DID, EXCEPT THAT THEY CLAIMED TO HAVE FIXED IT AND I HAVE NOT HAD ANOTHER ONE OF THESE PROBLEMS AGAIN. I AM NOT SURE OF THE DATE SO I TOOK A GUESS. *JB
Steering, Oct 13, 2005
WHILE TURNING RIGHT ON TO HIGHWAY , POWER STEERING FAILED FOR A FEW SECONDS AND MADE A LOUD NOISE,WHICH ALMOST THE CAUSED CAR TO GO INTO LANE WITH ON COMING TRAFFIC. TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THIS, WHEN TURN INTO PARKING SPACE POWER STEERING FAILED FOR A FEW SECONDS. TOOK CAR TO DEALER, THEY SAID CAR CHECK OUT FINE AND THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. *NM
Steering, Visibility, Air bags, Jun 23, 2004
WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT RETURN SMOOTHLY. THE DEALER REPLACED THE STEERING ARM BUT THAT DIDN'T CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK DURING THE TIME THE CONSUMER OWNED THE VEHICLE THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE REAR WIPER FELL OUT. *NM
Steering, Mar 8, 2004
UPDATE: SEE PREV. COMPLAINT RE; STEERING. AFTER 2 WKS IN SHOP AND LITTLE OR NO COMMUN. FROM CHRYSLER, ON FEB 5, 2004 I REC'D A CALL FROM CHRYSLER. THEY WANT TO REPURCHASE MY 2004 DODGE DURANGO. NO WORD ON WHAT'S WRONG W/VEHICLE. THEY SAID, THEY DON'T THINK, EVEN IF THEY FIXED THE PROBLEM, THAT I WOULD EVER FEEL SAFE IN THE VEHICLE. ON FEB 6, 2004, I REC'D A CALL FROM DEALERSHIP TO CLEAN OUT MY VEHICLE. CHRYSLER WANTS IT MOVED TO AN UNDISCLOSED LOCATION. ANYONE SEE ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE PICTURE?
Steering, Mar 4, 2004
RE: 2004 DODGE DURANGO, LIMITED. PURCHASED VEHICLE DEC 4, 2003. A WEEK AFTER I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE I NOTICED A TYPE OF "STICKING" ON THE FRONT END WHEN I TURNED THE WHEELS. I ASKED MY SON TO CHECK IT OUT & HE AGREED THAT"SOMETHING" WAS WRONG. A FEW DAYS LATER I HAD A PASSENGER IN THE VEHILCE WITH ME & THAT PESON NOTED THE STICKING TOO. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO BROWN'S DODGE IN CHANTILLY, VA. HAD THE VEHICLE FOR A FEW DAYS & DECIDED THE STEERING ARM WAS BAD. PART HAD TO BE ORDERED BUT I COULD DRIVE THE VEHICLE.SAFELY. REPAIR MADE IN LATE JAN. WHEN I PICKED THE VEHICLE UP, SERVICE WRITER TOLD ME THAT REPLACING THE STEERING ARM HAD NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. THEY DID NOT KNOW WHAT WAS WRONG & WAS TOLD THAT CHRYSLER WAS WORKING ON THE PROBLEM & "THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SAFE TO DRIVE."I TOOK THE VEHICLE HOME & WAITED FOR THE DEALERSHIP TO CALL ME BACK. I DID NOT HEAR FROM CHRYSLER OR FROM MY DEALERSHIP.2 WEEKS AGO, I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE & LOST TOTAL STEERING POWER IN THE FRONT END IN TRAFFIC IN ALEXANDRIA, VA. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD.NO ONE WAS HURT OR INJURRED. I IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED MY SERVICE ADVISOR& WAS TOLD, TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE NEAREST CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP. BUT NOT TO TELL ANYONE ABOUT THE STEERING PROBLEM OR ABOUT CHRYSLER'S INVOLVEMENT. HE ACTUALLY TOLD ME TO"PLAY DUMB'. WHICH PISSED ME OFF TO THE POINT THAT I WANTED TO RUN HIS SORRY ASS OVER. BUT,INSTEAD OF DOING THAT, I HAD THE CAR FLAT-BEDDED BACK TO BROWN'S DULLES DODGE. WHERE IT STILL IS TO THIS DAY. I HAVE HAD MINIMAL CONTACT WITH CHRYSLER.I CAN TELL THEY ARE STONEWALLING ME. A BIG KAHUNNA TECHNICAL ADVISOR CAME IN TO TOWN EARLIER THIS WEEK. BUT ALL I GOT WAS CRAP OUT THE SIDES OF MY SERVICE ADVISOR'S MOUTH.THIS VEHICLE HAS A PROBLEM. THE SERVICE ADVISOR TOLD ME THAT THE GUY WHO CAME IN TO CHECK IT OUT DROVE QUITE A FEW OF THE NEW DODGE DURANGOS & ALMOST ALL OF THEM HAD THE SAME STEERING PROBLEM, MINE WAS WORSE.