general problems of the 2012 Dodge Durango - part 1

My vehicle has had recalls performed multiple times since 1st purchased in 2012. The issue was vehicle stalling. At 1st Chrysler / Dodge addressed it as issues upon start up where the vehicle sounded as though it was skipping when hitting the ignition button. They attempted to remedy this with multiple fuel pump relay recalls. They attempted to do internal which did not work. They then went external which also did not work. Nothing was ever formerly recognized as a suitable resolution, so any of us dealing with this were just forgotten. Well I still have this vehicle and it has gotten worse to the point the vehicle will randomly stall while in motion as it did the other day and on multiple other occasions. Under braking conditions the vehicle stalls where everything on the dash appears normal electronically, there is just no power and the steering locks up. I have addressed this multiple times with Dodge customer service as well as my local dealership. The dealership does not want to attempt any repairs because they want to be paid and the manufacturer is not entertaining it. I am aware the vehicle is out of warranty but I am not paying for something the manufacturer has known about since first purchased. There has been no further actions by the manufacturer to address this. They have moved on to newer existing Durango models.

Electric problem.

The 2014 through 2018 3. 6l pentastar motors are covered under a tech service bulletin for their drivers side valve train being manufactured incorrectly. This can lead to a misfire and hesitation to accelerate in an emergency. This happened to me recently and I thought it was just a bad spark plug. Mechanic did a full check and believes there is a stuck valve in the engine on the exact same side that the 2014 to 2018 motors are prone to failure. I believe the 2012 and 2013 engines are also prone to the same failures as their newer counter parts. As I was trying to accelerate to avoid an incident my car stuttered and started to misfire badly. Almost causing a collision. This happened without warning and never previously had this issue. Vehicle was completely mechanically sound before this. This can happen without any warning or signs its going to happen. And after bringing the vehicle to a mechanic and doing much of my own research it appears that the drivers side of the 3. 6l v6 in my vehicle is currently under a TSB for the #2,4,6 cylinder head. This can cause the vehicle to have no power for a moment which if I were merging onto the highway and lacked powered could result in a rear end collision. Believe this is a safety issue as well as mechanical issue.

Sudden loud knocking then pop, started smoking pulled over immediately. Due to rod bearing failure rod went through block and all oil came out. Vehicle is available for inspection. Drivers safety was at risk because vehicle lost power and was unable to exit the roadway in a timely manner. No warning was given other than heard a couple of clicks then immediately followed by a loud pop.

I came into dealership for scheduled service appointment on Apr 5, 2023 10:30:00 am at edwards cdjr of omaha to get recall fixed on fuel pump relay and an oil change after receiving my 2012 Dodge Durango citadel back my lights randomly starting blanking and my vehicle stalled and it wouldn’t start or turn over. So I spoke to service rep curt at edwards cdjr of omaha 17950 burt st and had the car towed back to the dealership that fixed on it edwards cdjr of omaha. I was originally told they didn’t have a loaner to lend to me so I can continue being a caregiver to my mother and transport her and my 7 children around until 04/21/2023 and that someone would call me that day to pickup a loaner vehicle. I called on 04/21/2023 about the loaner and they said someone would call me by midday to pick up a loaner. Now it’s Monday 04/24/2023 and I get a text stating 10 things are wrong with my vehicle in this link https://c. Xtime. Com/vkepcy2nkaoa2l4fxx including the pcm, which was more items then what was originally stated when they had inspected my vehicle on 04/05/2023 during the recall fix. So I informed them that, “ I will not pay for the pcm to be fixed because this issue is a result of whoever was the mechanic that was originally supposed to fix the recall fuel pump relay, so your shop has to fix it due to negligence on your mechanic's fault. I don't want to have to take anyone to court or give this issues to an attorney, this was sent to better business bureau because I have been left without transportation and facing economic hardship due to this situation. ” then they had their service manager brent pearson reach out to me over the phone, and he said that he spoke to three on-site master mechanic at the dealership and they all said the pcm had nothing to do with the fuel pump relay recall. I asked about escalating the issue and submitting an incident report to an higher up authority, he said he can’t. I asked again about the loaner he said there’s no loaner available.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering functionality when the failure occurred. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after placing the vehicle in park(p). The contact stated no warning lights were illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle had been repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

This family car had recall back in August fuel module for powertrain check engine light got it fix and few days later check engine turn on and has turned off since car slows down on freeway wont pick up speed and stall on me twice already with kids in car was going 65 and all sudden slow down wiuldnt pick up acceleration and turn off has run good since still having issues dealership says noting wrong with it.

While driving at various speeds, upon slowing down the vehicle stalled. This occurred 50+ times. This occurred while my family was in the vehicle on many occasions. Vehicle was serviced for fuel pump recall, however the stalling continued. My mechanic pointed out the ticking noise, referring to the manifold needing repair. Most recently, the car barely wanted to turn over. Struggling for almost 3 days, thankfully I just pulled into my driveway and turn the car off. Then something told me to try to start the vehicle…well that made something smoke in the motor? repaired the alternator, battery, and starter. Two days later, check oil light comes on, back to shop to tell me the cam shaft/lifers need to be replaced!!! quoted $35-4000 if can find a cam shaft repair kit!!!.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be serviced but no additional information was available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 171,000.

The engine seized due to rod bearing Chrysler has recall number 11v487000 it has never been done on my truck and is no showing.

Engine stops after 2-3 seconds of running. Need to turn off and try again. Happens randomly at startup.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle started lagging. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle on the side of the road and noticed the engine coolant was low, but no leaks were found. The contact was able to drive to her residence. The contact stated coolant was added. The contact stated the coolant was low again shortly after filling the reservoir. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

My check engine light came on for my engine oil filter housing ! I had it repaired a total of 4 times already ! this recent time it put my vehicle into limp mode while doing 65 mph on the highway I had loss all power to my car ! now even after repair my check engine still comes on with code and sends my car into limp mode until my pcm gets reflashed.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the power steering became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The a/c unit and the radio remained operational. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on multiple occasions where it was diagnosed and determined that the computer module, crank sensor, and wiring bypass needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 79,124.

Had the recall for shutting down repair again and still having the same problem. I've spent over $2000 in diagnosed fees with dealership and private shops and still having the same problem. Yes the fuel pump relay was replaced 2 times. Still having the same problem it will start back up but locks the steering wheel to where you can't turn it. Which almost was in a accident but was able to stop before. It's happens every month but was told not to bring it back to the dealership as they cant find the problem as all recalls were repaired.

Vechile stalls and unable to shift to drive freely.

Potential odometer rollback indicated per carfax, engine failure. Ohio department of public safety, bureau of motor vehicles did conduct a ohio out of state vehicle inspection on 03/14/2022 @ bmv investigations d-2@ 1583 alum creek drive and inspector sol lopez has verified rollback. Whereas she maybe reached at 614-632-6281.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 19v813000 (electrical system) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they were overbooked and could complete the recall repair in two months. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The contact also stated that the vehicle would no longer start. The contact stated that he contacted a second dealer bloomington Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram (8000 penn Ave s, bloomington, mn 55431) who informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Lifter and limp mode problems. There is noise comming from engine. Took to shop and found out reason for noise and low power was lifters and is a very common problem. What brought the safety thing up is wife was in accident in March because couldn't get out of way quick enough. Had vehicle towed to shop from accident site and body repair. Thought was just a fluke and had damage repaired and noticed a ticking and power problems immediately after accident repair. Took to Dodge dealer and found out common problem with the lifters cam and limp mode. Had at same repair shop for other recall 2 months prior for recall and inspection with no noise or issues.

While my wife was driving the Durango the battery light came on. Soon after the battery light came on everything shut off. Weren't able to start it or do anything. Checked to see if my vehicle was one with an alternator recall and it isn�t. Replaced the alternator twice a new battery and still can't drive the vehicle because the put the voltage regulator in the pcm and I guess when it all shut down on my wife it messed that up. She was in motion while the light came on and was driving on a city street but luckily she wasn't far from home.

Misfire cylinder 2 code won't go away even after changing spark plugs and coil pack.

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v813000 (electrical system) however, the parts to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Tf.

Tl- takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: NHTSA number 19v-813000 ( electrical system) however, the parts to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Tf.

The SUV will not shut off till you open and close the driver door.

First started with locks on doors, then fuel gage now does not start at all. Electric lights would just start going on & off while driving it would slow down and could not pick up speed sometimes while driving on street.

Still doesn't have part for the fuel pump relay problem this is the second recall on this.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the engine would not start. The vehicle was towed to classic Dodge of arlington (1333 east interstate 20, arlington, TX), but the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.

Manufacturer recall numberv62 NHTSA recall number19v-813 recall statusrecall incomplete, remedy not yet available.

When I drive at times truck cuts off but starts right back up and I proceed like nothing never happen. . . . And another problem I'm having I will drive normal and it seems like it goes in another gear . So I took it to autozone it's a code p0733.

While driving down a 2 lane highway the vehicle lost power and once pulled over on the shoulder we noticed a funny smell and flames coming under the hood. The car burned up and its totalled. Luckily noone is hurt.

Talked to a mechanic who said that my lifters are ruining my camshaft and that they need to be replaced. My father in law also had the same thing happen to his 5. 7 hemi.

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, when the vehicle seized on the middle of the road. The contact stated no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was undrivable. The vehicle was towed to local dealer lafontaine Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram saline located at lafontaine Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram saline, (734) 429-9431, where it was diagnosed with timp module to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer has been informed of failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Dp.

I parked my car at home. In the morning when I pressed the start switch to start the car crank, and it does not start. I wait a minute press the start switch again and the car keeps cranking no stopping until I move my gear from park to reverse. I remove the switch and I add my car key and try again with car key. After 3 times the car starts. I know there's a recall or lawsuit for this issue. I want my car fixed with no cost for me. I maintain my car in good shape and urge to get this done. This started this week 12/17/18.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving various speeds, the vehicle jerked back and forth. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and code: p0303 (misfire) displayed. The vehicle was taken to sj denham Chrysler Jeep fiat (772 n market st, redding, CA 96003, 530-241-1756) where it was diagnosed that the cam shaft and lift were fractured. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that they could not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 73,850.

Tl the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated while driving, lost power, and shut down. The contact quickly pulled the vehicle over to the road shoulder. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to route 46 Chrysler Dodge Jeep (1655 us-46, little falls, NJ 07424, (973) 339-7752) where it was diagnosed that the power steering pump failed. The vehicle was repaired. Two weeks later, the failure recurred. The vehicle was repaired again and other unknown parts were replaced. Two weeks later, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and did not assist. The failure mileage was 92,293.