Automatic Transmission Column Shift Problems of Dodge Durango

The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Durango. The contact stated the four wheel drive selector switch would not engage the transfer case. This would cause the vehicle to roll away unexpectedly if the switch was not engaged. The dealer advised reprogramming the transfer case control module. Although there was a recall for the failure (NHTSA campaign id number 01v077000: power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift) the manufacturer advised his VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 58,000 and current mileage 81,000.

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The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that she did not receive a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 76,000. Updated 04/28/08.

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The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Durango. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift) on March 1, 2008. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on March 5, 2008 for the recall repair; however, the vehicle continues to shift out of the park position. When placed into drive, the vehicle will shift into neutral. The dealer stated that they performed the repair correctly and will charge $80 to diagnose what they suggest is a new failure. The manufacturer took a report, but was unable to assist any further. The current and failure mileages were unknown.

The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Durango. The gear shifter will shift automatically without the brake pedal being depressed. The failure occurred immediately after the vehicle was repaired for NHTSA campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift) and Chrysler recall number g28. The dealer and manufacturer stated that nothing could be done and advised her to call NHTSA. The failure and current mileages were 148,000. Updated 02/14/08.

The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Durango. The contact went to the dealer on two different occasions due to NHTSA campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). On both occasions, the dealer stated that the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact was unable to schedule an appointment. He is currently experiencing the shifter locking once he turns the ignition. He lives in a remote location and the dealer is the only one in the area. The current mileage was 103,140 and failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 04-08-08 the consumer stated he traveled out of state to get the recall done. Updated.

The transmission shifter is sometimes able to be moved out of 'park' without the key in the ignition. This does not happen all the time, but has occurred 4 times in the past week or so. I would like this checked and corrected under recall 07v555000, but when I called my dealership, they stated that "Chrysler sends out recall information too early and the recall hasn't started yet". I called Chrysler and they said that there are no open recalls on my Durango. They would not look up the recall # I tried to give them.

Transmission will not stay engaged in park. Parking will not engage and the only way to keep vehicle from rolling is to apply the parking brake.

The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Durango. The contact was able to shift gears without applying pressure to the brake pedal. Six months ago, he received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 07v555000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift) and had the vehicle repaired for free by the dealer. Immediately after the repair, the failure recurred. The manufacturer and the mechanic stated that the contact would have to pay for any further repairs. The current mileage was 102,000 and failure mileage was 58,000. Updated 10/07/08. Updated 10/09/08.

The consumer complained about a transmission problem. While driving the consumer could feel the vehicle pulsate. The vehicle would act as if it was kicking in and out of gear. The problem is with a band that is breaking off because the lining has detached. The problem started in January 2005. When the consumer took the vehicle to a dealership they had to rebuild the whole transmission.

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Automatic transmission suddenly went out, while out of town, at 60,500 miles. Dealer and company refused to assist in any way since 500 out of warranty. Vehicle was not abused or used for towing heavy equipment. Maintained regularly, but no assistance even after contacting Chrysler/dahmler. Cost $1,600 to replace at a transmission center.

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Consumer states that shifter can be moved without pushing on the brake.

This note is to accompany the motor vehicle defect notification for my 2002 Durango, VIN 1b8hr48n42f188761. This is the second defective Durango I have purchased in the last five months and it presents a safety issue. The first Durango was only good for four days and less than 400 miles. We experienced multiple problems with it to include transmission shifting, engine vibrations, and poor handling problems. It was determined by the dealer that multiple computers were bad and it would take a considerable amount of time to repair the vehicle. As a solution, the dealer provided us another vehicle. The current Durango is only five months old and has less than 5000 miles. It has been in the shop every weekend for the last three weeks for the same problem. As the vehicle is moving, it drops to first gear coming to an almost complete stop, launching the occupants forward due to the sudden speed reduction. This in itself is a safety issue since occupants could get hurt, not to mention loss of control by the driver, possibly causing an accident, or the vehicle been hit from behind. In addition to coming to an almost complete stop, the vehicle check engine light comes on and the vehicle locks the transmission on first gear (if it moves at all since the second time it malfunctioned, it would only go in reverse and had to be towed to the dealer). Problems continue with the vehicle. The dealer has indicated that there is a software problem with the transmission module but they do not have a fix for it yet!!!!! ts.

When the gear shift lever was in drive it blocked the controls for the rear wiper and fan controls. The dealer has been notified.

Transfer case exploded while driving 70 mph. Dealer was contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.

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Consumer stated that vehicle will not shift into gears when starting up the vehicle. Ts.

While driving vehicle heard a grinding noise. Stopped and looked under vehicle, and it had a hole in transfer case. Please add VIN.

Vehicle started losing transmission fuel, vehicle stalled out. Transfer case had a large crack in it, which was causing fuel to leak out.

A vent hose/tube that comes from the transfer case is leaking fluid, and has affected brakes and other parts of vehicle. Please provide more information.

Consumer received notification that her vehicle was affected by recall 01v077000 concerning transfer case. However, dealership has refused service, and recall has yet to be remedied. Please provide any additional information.

Transfer case exploded on I-75 near west branch michigan with parts flying in all directions. Lost power and parts blew out driver side rear tire. Durango almost flipped over going at this speed. Fortunately, there was very little traffic going southbound and as I fishtailed form lane to lane I was able to stop it with incidence. I felt this was an extremely dangerous situation. I still have the damaged transfer case that shows how it exploded. There was no warning. Crysler could not have cared less about this situation. All they said was that parts fail so live with it.

Vehicle would not go into 4 wheel drive or 4 low. It stays in 2 wheel drive. Delaer put a brand new transfer case, and it still would not work. Front tire to rear tire is 5/8 of a inch difference, causing it not to engage. Dealer is not sure if the problem will work unless new tires are put on. Consumer will have to buy tires to see if remedy will work.

Four wheel drive indicator light would remain on while driving. Dealer notified, and no repairs were done at this time. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter .

4- wheel drive unit remains in 4w after returning to 2 w drive. Dash light goes out. But in order to return to 2w drive vehicle must be stopped and ignition turned off. This operation is unsafe and contrary to manual information. Vehicle did not respond in this manner when new.

Brake rotors were warped and were resurfaced/ replaced. Transfer case went out due to making noise from metal chips. Vehicle was being repaired.

While making a right turn main rear leaf spring broke. Dealership indicated that although this was a common problem the cause had not yet been determined. Also with the keys in the ignition, but not engaged , consumer was able to put vehicle in gear without the brake pedal being depressed.

Consumer received recall notification (01v077000), consumer was informed by the dealer that a particular part would need to be ordered, consumer had to contact the dealer on 2 occassions to check the status of the parts, which took almost 2 months to get resolved.