Three problems related to ignition coils failure have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Durango. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Durango. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut off without warning. The contact indicated that the failure occurred on multiple occasions and each time the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition coil was faulty and needed to be replaced. The ignition coil was replaced but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 98,000.
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Durango. While driving approximately 50 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact merged to the shoulder of the road and was able to restart the vehicle thirty minutes later. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact replaced the ignition coil. After the repair the failure continued. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 225,000.
Oil and engine light came on. Pulled over to check oil, and oil was very low. Had just changed oil two weeks ago. Consumer noticed a loud noise coming from under engine when accelerating, but not at all times. Another time while driving on parkway vehicle died, consumer came close to having an accident. Dealer said ignition coil went bad. The engine light came on because oil and filter were not changed regularly. The catalytic convertor was damaged but the dealer could not fix it due to national back order.