general problems of the 2011 Dodge Durango - part 1

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the engine overheated after idling for 10 minutes. A mobile mechanic arrived at the residence and replaced the upper and lower coolant hoses and the thermostat; however, the failure persisted, and the coolant reservoir was significantly hot. A second mechanic diagnosed that the head gasket had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to another mechanic to be diagnosed. The used car dealer where the vehicle was purchased was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 260,000.

I was in a blizzard a few days ago on the freeway & got caught in a ditch, but thankfully got out. I wasn’t going that fast & couldn’t due to not being able to see through the snow well so I can drive safely. In order not to crash because there were semi trucks around, I had to whip the steering wheel along with the weight of the car on the snow in order not to crash due to the car being big & it was sliding pretty heavy & somehow a couple things went out of wack after turning my steering wheel. Definitely a scary experience. It is very hard to turn out of no where, as well it’s rare at times when it turns just a little smoothly. Also, once when first pulling off, it makes a consecutive clicking noise coming from or by the tires. When I give it acceleration while turning, as well, it makes that clicking sound. Then there’s just something about the engine or the drive train that sounds off. I’m still learning as I go about fixing what needs to be done.

Chrysler has had a known issue with the ignition module nodes on its Dodge vehicles since 2013. However, they have failed to issue a recall on the 2011 and higher Dodge vehicles. My ignition module node is going out in my vehicle and the dealership will not recognize this as any kind of recall and is making me pay for the reprogramming and for the keys to be replaced in addition to a car rental. I am having to pay $800. This is a well-known and documented ongoing nationwide safety issue. Dodge employees have received the attached bulletin making them aware of this known issue but has failed to initiate a recall. According to their attached safety recall report for previous Dodge years, the ignition node (win) module on your vehicle may have unintentional movement of the frequency operated button ignition key (fobik) from the “on” to the “accessory” position while driving. This could cause unintended engine shut off and increase the risk of a crash.

Engine stopped while driving and steering was pulling to the right. . Was able to start back up and park it. . Has p0303 code. . And p0300 code pending. . . Checked number 3 spark plugs. And engine seems to be burning oil. . Cleaned up spark plugs and white smoke is coming out driver side exhaust pipe. . Will try changing pvc valve next. .

This SUV has had 2 recalls for the same fuel system relay problem, and now after approximately 2or3 yrs ago, and now it's doing the same exact thing again, you'll be driving down the road and it will just shut off and a red lighting built will show up, lucky we had a safe place to pull off the road and get stopped, but this is a very dangerous situation for my wife and kids to be in.

While driving without notice transmission light flashes and the 2011 Dodge Durango will not shift out of gear. I have had this problem in the past and told dealer but they always say they have no codes and on test drive cant confirm the issue. The first time it happened was around the 50 000 mile mark I thought nothing of it back then as I restarted the car it went away. Over the years it go worst to the point that it would happen at least once or multiple times during my daily commute it I told the dealership about it but no codes and they said on a test run no problems. I stopped driving the car in 2019 because it was too dangerous to drive daily especially in traffic due to the car unable to shift gears left me stranded in the middle of the freeway many times waiting to restart car and car would behave normal until the transmission light comes on where I have to power off Durango and restart where ever it happens freeway stop signs lights or where ever it decides to happen. I want to get this car running again but dont have the money to fix an issue that I had when it was still covered by the extended warranty and now I have to pay out of pocket because im over the milage so this car has been sitting and I feel as I been ripped off because of al the issues. Im end up dying in this thing if I take it out. Ive donr the recalls and now I see another recall for the same issue that they said they fixed is been reissued im certain all of the issues is tied to the computer unit it I already had one replaced in this car because when I took it for the alternator issue when the car just died with no warning they told me it was fried. All the recall issues that have been mandated are all the issues I had car stalling not starting battery dead and drained fuel relay power module no power how is this not a lemon. This car is a saftey issue on so many levels. Im now trying to get this car running and im still having the same issues I have 129000 miles on it now.

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle and became aware there was smoke coming from under the hood. No warning light was illuminated. The contact opened the hood and saw that there were flames coming out of the alternator. The contact stated that her husband blew on the alternator and was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact was unaware if the vehicle was considered a total loss. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately. 106,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated after driving at approximately 40 mph approximately three miles the vehicle was parked. The contact stated there was a burning odor present. The contact was informed that the vehicle was smoking. The contact witnessed smoke emanating from the engine compartment and opened the hood. The contact observed fire emanating from the engine compartment. The fire was put out with a fire extinguisher borrowed from a nearby service station. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Started idling rough and jerking when accelerating from a complete stop (traffic lights, intersections, etc) and when accelerating after braking in traffic.

Car dies while driving at speed. Also will die at low speeds such as when turning or parking or waiting at a stop light. Sometimes have to wait before restart if dies at speed. If dies at low speed will start right back up. Dealer says no codes. Even when it died while on the techs computer he could not see a problem. These cars have been notorious for electrical problems due to totally integrated power module. Fuel relay recall did not solve the issue.

Vehicle continues to die while driving. Fortunately the vehicle dies when slowing down to a stop or turn. It has been recalled for this twice.

The engine valve stem failed prematurely due to poor quality manufacturing. Due to this low quality product it has created low compression in the engine. This has triggered multiple codes such as misfire, etc, and has affected the acceleration of the vehicle as well as performance and at times from even starting. My family's safety has been put at risk due to stalling of the vehicle in traffic. This was inspected by a proper mechanic who looked into my engine with a camera and used diagnostic tools. There was no lights active during fault. .

My cars fuel pump is being recalled which is causing starting issues and at times the car wont start. When driving the car it feels a bit of a lag or a loss in power. I have called for the recall parts to be fixed at the dealer for months now. They claim there is part issues or shipping issues on the parts. This an important part needs to be fixed and may cause more damage in the future to the engine if not fixed in a timely manner.

Car keeps stalling when pressing on the brake. Even after the recall fix. Was only happening occasionally now more often. Happened on the expressway.

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a turn or depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would stall without warning. The contact stated that after each failure, the vehicle would be restarted and operate as designed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 128,450.

All current recalls have been performed on this vehicle. While making left and right hand turns after coasting down from a highway speed (55mph or greater) the vehicle will stall. We will loose all power steering and brakes. No warning lights come on and everything appears normal except the engine is not running. Something in the fuel or electrical system is intermittently failing. I suspect it to be a "dumb" device. Something that is told to turn on or off but there is no feedback to the computer to set a code when it fails. The vehicle is available for inspection at any time. This started occurring after one of the fuel pump relay recalls. It happens at random and is hard to duplicate, while we do have video of it, the dealer has been unable to duplicate it. The vehicle shows no codes, or anything wrong when it happens. Once the vehicle is stopped, shifted back into park, it will restart and run just fine. This has placed us in unsafe conditions in the middle of the opposing lane, in a turn, trying to restart the vehicle before another car comes around the turn. It is also hard to steer and stop a large SUV when power steering and brakes have been lost. There have been several close calls of getting the vehicle stopped prior to going off the road. The dealer has checked the vehicle over with no solution found for the issue. There has never been any warning lights associated with the vehicle stalling while driving. The vehicle does not know anything is wrong.

My lifters and cam shaft is out in my motor and when called for pricing for a new motor they say this is a known problem and should have been a recall now I have to pay Dodge $3800 dollars to replace everything and I just have 118 thousand miles I have all my receipts for my oil changes on time and in mesquite, texas.

Fuel pump relay was replaced under campaign number: 19v813000 to resolve ignition turnover issue when starting my car. After recall was fixed in January 2021 the issue still persists.

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that her vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 19v813000 (electrical system). After the repair, while driving 45 mph the vehicle began to experience the symptoms stated in the recall. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 19v813000 (electrical system) however, the VIN was no longer included in the recall. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 259,000.

The engine developed a misfire on cylinder 3. After diagnoses, it turned out the lifter for that cylinder had failed, and the camshaft lobe was ground down, causing a misfire. Sadly this is a well known issue. We have only 90k miles on our very well maintained Durango.

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 10 mph, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. After a few minutes the contact was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving however, the failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that unknown seals in the engine needed to be replaced. The seals were replaced however, the failure recurred. The dealer inspected the vehicle and replaced the wiring harness and the water pump to fix the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

The dealership sold wrecked vehicle without fixing the engine only the body of vehicle was repaired. Engine failure truck cut off while in traffic almost hit another vehicle. Yes the vehicle was repaired @my own experiences, yes the engine light was on ps the vehicle was crash a second time @jerry ulm Dodge 2966 n. Dale mabry.

Transmission cooler is leaking transmission fluid everywhere and the truck lost power on the highway in rush hour traffic the engine started to rev and the truck just slowed to a stop with semi trucks flying past in the middle of the highway.

Had the fuel pressure relay recall replaced. Is not having starting issues again. All indications are the ticm and in my research this is a nationwide issue. Car will spin and not start or start, run poorly and die.

Vehicle developed a random misfire under load. Misfire is intermittent, causing drivability issues. Poses as a potential driving hazard when maneuvering around town or on the highway. Found out it was common for the cam and lifters to fail and the v8 hemis from 2011-2012 on all platforms.

�engine turned off while driving, no crank, no start, fuse m28 keeps burning over and over,�.

My vehicle has 69,000 miles on it. It is very well maintained. Recently I have experienced when coming to a complete stop the vehicle for whatever reason shuts off. I have to push the ignition button to restart the vehicle and it runs fine. It's scary to think that your vehicle can just shut it's off without any warning. The dealership doesn't have an explanation and there is no recall. However; there are multiple people via the internet that have experienced this same event. I think fodge should be looking into this issue. Fuel related. . Electrical?? lots of questions, but something needs to be done!!! scared for my safety!!.

2011 Dodge Durango. Consumer writes in regards to fire under the hood of vehicle. The consumer stated while driving all the lights flashed on the dashboard; the motor shut down, and smoke erupted from under the hood. The consumer was able to coast to the side at which point the smoke became flames, the vehicle was totaled.

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start in the morning. The contact jumpstarted the vehicle, but the failure recurred the following day. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.

Vehicle developed a misfire and was found to have flattened the cam and lifter in number 2 cyclinder causeing motor damage. Vehicle has 107,000 miles on it with oil changes done between 5,000 and 6,000 miles with mobil 1 5w-20 and molar oil filter. Vehicle was estimated around $4,000 to repair.

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, the driver side window was inoperable. The driver door failed to lock. The check engine and tire pressure warning lights were illuminated. The contact called. Efird Chrysler Jeep Dodge 1711 w lucas st, florence, SC 29501(843) 669-1881 but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted, the failure mileage was 143,000. Ap.

5. 7l hemi engine defect: at 105,665 miles the engine has developed a flattened cam along with damaged lifters at number eight cylinder. I suspect that the adjacent lifters and more than one lobe of the cam is damaged. Dodge dealership service group is requiring $1000 deposit teradown fee to confirm supect ailment, to be applies to reair, if authorized. Range quoted between $2000 and $4000. I have researched and found some cost as high as $4800. Research has also shown this defect of the 5. 7l hemi engine is not a rare occurence. I requested assistanct from Dodge, it was denied. Vehicle is in shop. I will have to move if not fixed to avoid storage charges.

I am filing a complaint or the people handling the recall reimbursement. I sent it in on sept 7th and now 90 days later, 12 calls, put on hold for 30 mins each, and no one knowing anything. Still no answer on my refund. Was told on day 88 that they needed something else and now no one can ever answer what it is they need. Supposedly the ck is cut but not mailed and it has been like that since Nov. I also sent in paper work for my pcm which they were not able to find and I just gave up on that 1500 dollar repair. My pcm has went out several times and its only when something goes out on my car. However I am trying to get the problem solved on getting my refund for the recall first. It has been a nightmare with Dodge. Never talk to more people that placed you on hold and do not know anything. Please help they just give you the run around.

Car began misfiring while driving, and then would not move once stopped and then put back into gear. Engine light and fcw indicators came on. Initial diagnosis was to replace two sensors. Problem returned after replacement. Next diagnosis was to replace all 16 spark plugs with boots. Still did not solve problem. Electrical system was checked to find any leaks, none were found, but a new code originated to re-flash computer. Computer was pulled and found to be taking on water and corroding terminals. Computer was cleaned and re-sealed to fix problem. But computer is likely to take on more water and corrode again. Total repair was over 1600. 00 and 20 days in shop. Included document does not include initial sensors and plug replacement. Mechanic indicated that based on observation, wires connecting to computer had been worked on in the past, likely to address similar problem.

While driving after a 30 minute commute and entering stop and go downtown morning commute traffic, (slow, driving on city streets bumper to bumper traffic) my Durango began to smoke from the engine compartment into the cabin. No warning lights came on during the entire experience. All temp gauges showed normal. The car became increasingly hard to drive, feeling transmission slippage. More smoke came from out of all sides of the hood. Upon exiting the vehicle and checking the hood, I could see fluid coming out from under the passenger side front engine compartment - towards the front of the car. When I lifted the hood, the engine was fully involved in flames. I dropped the hood closed and ran to the other side of the street. Withing 15 minutes the entire front end of the car was burned out, hood and various other parts melted. Car had to be totaled by the insurance agency.