Computer Failure problems of the 2012 Dodge Durango

Computer failure: bad alternator (for which there is a recall) malfunctioned, while the vehicle was in motion, and at the same time, damaged the computer, causing the engine to shut down. While driving, multiple warning lights (seat belt, oil, alternator, etc. ) would flash on and off. I was turned into a parking lot and turned into a space, but the engine died and I coasted to a stop. Car would not start after that.

Driving locally and all of a sudden a whizzing sound from under hood. I pulled over noise stopped. Continued driving on 40mph road and battery light came on, rpm indicator erratic. Not too far from home an electrical fire smell coming from under hood. Made it home safely. Called Dodge dealership to check about recall, specifically the 2015 alternator recall to see if somehow my vehicle was missed on that recall. VIN was not included so took to mechanic. He has had an extremely time consuming and costly few days trying to repair. Seemed just like the alternator needed replacing but then he said battery was dead. Replaced with new battery and that was killed. He charged batteries separately and they were fine, soon as they were put into car they were quickly drained. He suspected computer system was shot. Called in specialist to confirm. Meanwhile I see there is an upcoming recall t36 for this exact sudden alternator failure issue (which mine should fall under) but notices not going out until 8/24/17. Absolutely crazy!!! I've read the recent complaints and some people were driving when their whole electrical system stopped working and car shut down. I'm fortunate enough that I wasn't driving while my computer system failed and also lucky that I was close to home when smell started, because according to the recall these alternators can start fires. How can they announce this recall mid July but not notify affected consumers for 7 weeks? right now my VIN is still not listed under any recall. It most better be or it will be handled in a legal manner. So far I haven't had my primary vehicle for 3 days, and is going to be at least 2-3 more. Not to mention the thousands that I have to come up with for parts, hours worth of labor, and specialist to reprogram new computer.

Initially in early July, 2014 my 2012 Dodge Durango developed a computer failure causing the battery to eventually drain, loss of engine power and ability to maintain or accelerate. Repair was made after the vehicle was towed to the local Dodge dealer, manfredi Dodge, staten island n. Y , and subsequently the battery repaired and the computer replaced. Shortly after the repair was completed the passenger airbag failure light would intermittently illuminate and the vehicle occasionally would not start. Another trip to the dealer and the passenger seat airbag sensor was reported faulty and the vehicle tipm sensor needed replacement or repair. Conferral with the dealer suggested that the tipm sensor be replaced rather than repaired to assure longevity of the repair and overall satisfaction. Vehicle is a lemon!.