Engine Rattling And Whining Sounds problems of the 2004 Dodge Durango

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the engine had a hole because the rod blew out of the engine. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. Mf.

Just bought vehicle from a used car dealer in NJ. On drive home to PA, vehicle made a loud rattling noise, debris came out from around truck. Engine turned off in the middle of a busy road. Lots of smoke coming out from under the hood and from the passenger vents. Engine oil poured out of the engine onto the ground. Vehicle had to be towed home. Instrument cluster gauges were within normal readings. No check engine or oil lights on. Vehicle coolant temps in normal range on the gauge. In process of talking with vehicle's place of purchase to find out how to get this engine fixed/replaced.

After returning from a week long business trip, I went to my Durango that was parked at the airport. The battery was dead for some reason, and used a jump box to start the vehicle. Immediately upon started, the engine started to make a long rattling noise, then shut down. Upon further review, I found oil leaking from under the vehicle, and a piece of metal as well. After having the Durango towed to my home, I checked out the engine to find a whole in the engine block just in front of the starter on the passenger side. It appears that this is a recurring problem with many people for the 2004 5. 7l hemi engine. I am surprised that this has not been addressed yet. I am thankful that I was not driving when this happened as it has with some, but I suppose it will take a fatality until it is deemed serious enough for a recall.