One problem related to engine grinding noise has been reported for the 2012 Dodge Durango. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Dodge Durango based on all problems reported for the 2012 Durango.
2012 Dodge Durango crew with 5. 7l hemi engine. 10/23/18 - vehicle through engine error code related to cylinder 8 misfire. Pulled the plugs and cylinder 8 plug was burnt. Since the last plug change mileage was unknown, I replaced all 16 spark plugs. Vehicle started and ran fine. Error code cleared and did not reapper. 11/7/18 - while driving at ~60mph throttle fluttered and vehicle then died. No check engine or warning lights illuminated. Coasted to the side of the road. Tried to re-start engine since no warnings were visible. Engine made grinding noise and seized. Determined by luther brookdale Dodge in brooklyn park that there is a hole in the block, engine is seized and the engine needs replacement. Mileage was 114,xxx. Safety issue is that vehicle died at highway speed, leading to a loss of power steering, and assisted braking ability. No warning lights illuminated on the dash so there was no visible indicator of engine failure.