Instrument Panel Problems of Dodge Durango - part 1

2004 Dodge Durango. Consumer writes in regards to electrical issues with vehicle. The consumer stated had a recall for airbags and the instrument cluster. The consumer stated battery discharged in a very short period of time after the ignition switch was moved to the of position. The consumer stated it was over 2 years and the recall repairs still had not been completed.

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The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the instrument panel lights failed and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,200.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while activating the low beam headlights, they began flickering along with the instrument panel and the interior lights. The vehicle was driven to a private mechanic where the failure could not be replicated. The manufacturer was not contacted in regard to the issue. The failure mileage was 79,410 and the current mileage was 79,466. Kmj.

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The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the dealer indicated that the instrument cluster was replaced twice before the contact owned the vehicle. The contact stated that the internal lighting remained illuminated and the doors locked with no warning. The failures occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they replaced the instrument cluster six times. A mechanic at the dealer stated that there was an internal electrical failure that kept recurring. The manufacturer was notified of the failed component and provided no remedy. The failure mileage was not available.

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The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the interior lights were inoperative, making it difficult to see any of the instrument panel readings at night. The vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel), but the failure recurred. The dealer was notified and was in the process of repairing the vehicle at the expense of the contact. The manufacturer was also notified, but denied any assistance with the repairs. The failure mileage was 119,000 and the current mileage was 120,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that all of the vehicle interior lights, the instrument panel lights, the windshield wipers and the power locks were not working. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the computer module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 107,305.

2005 Dodge Durango electrical system instrument panel.

I recently purchased a 2007 Dodge Durango had it brought up on 12/1/2010. The tank was empty so I went to the local gas station to fill up. Let it shut off by itself when full and there was gas spilling out of the tank after it shut off. I assumed it was the pump. So few days later had to fill again it did it again different gas station. There is something seriously wrong with this tank and a really big safety concern for fire or if you don't clean the gas off the side of the vehicle near the tank right away. I am a mother of 2 small children and this terrifies me. My car has less then 36,000 miles and not even a true 3 years old this should still be considered a factory warranty issue or do the right thing and put as a recall. All you have to do is google this and there are hundreds to thousands with the same issue. . Read more...

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The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. While traveling 35 mph, the contact noticed that the instrument panel and radio failed. Moments later, the power steering also failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The current and the failure mileages were 9,000.

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2004 Dodge Durango. Consumer states problems with interior lights not turning off. The consumer noticed the interior of the vehicle was on fire. The fire department was called to the scene and put the fire out. The consumer discovered a recall had been issued regarding the instrument panel which could catch fire. She then contacted Chrysler and they informed her that what she described sounded like the previous recall. After an investigation was done, the consumer received a letter from Chrysler stating they were denying her claim due to failure to have the recall work performed. The consumer stated she never received any recall notices in the mail. The insurance company declared the vehicle a total loss.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. The contact received a recall notice for recall 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership for the repair but upon arrival, the contact was informed that the part needed to be ordered; she was told that it was safe to drive the vehicle home. While driving home, the contact noticed smoke emitting from the instrument panel and the vehicle suddenly caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire; a report was filed. The vehicle was totaled and the insurance company planned to investigate. The contact called the manufacturer who also stated that they would investigate the failure. The current and failure mileages were 107,154.

I bought my 2004 Dodge Durango in 2005 January with 666 miles on the truck. The first year I had no problems at all until about March 2006 I was driving from washington state to California when I notice the check engine light came on. I took it to the dealership and had it cut off in California. Well, on my way back to washington state after a week I notice the check engine light came back on I took it back to the dealership for repair. The dealership cut off the light and told me there was a recall out on the 2004 Dodge Durango to fix the instrument panel. So I took the 2004 Dodge Durango back in to fix the recall problem and they said it was fixed. Well, in the summer of 2006 I was driving my 2004 Dodge Durango when the lights starts to go off and on while I was on the highway. It was raining hard and then my check engine light comes on again, so I just left the light on. Now I'm driving around in my 2004 Dodge Durango in the rain when I go to put gas in it when I stop. All of a sudden all my interior lights starts to go on and off with my headlights going off and on. The windshield wipers did not work so I cut the vehicle off for a minute. When I turn on the vehicle I could not move it out of park and all the lights was on. So, I left the vehicle there in a parking spot and walk back to work. I later came back to the vehicle about 2 hours later and I started up the vehicle and the gear shift worked. So I drove back to my office and use the computer to see if anyone else was having these types of problems and what do you know I'm not the only one. I took it to the dealership like I was told by headquarters and they gave me some paperwork to go to me local Dodge dealership. The dealership made me pay for a diagnostic on my vehicle and said it was from water intrusion in the junction block and my warrant does not cover it. Headquarters told me to open a blog and try to get a recall started. But in the mean time call your insurance company. Lives are at stake.

I have a 2005 Dodge Durango that I recently started having problems with. Problem 1: when filling the fuel tank the pump does not automatically shut off and fuel comes shooting out the top of the tank. Problem 2: when driving at night the instrument panel flickers on and off. I checked the NHTSA. Gov website and found that there were recalls issued for both of these issues that I've experienced so I took my car to the dealer. The dealer said my VIN is not covered under the recall and that I have to call Chrysler. I contacted Chrysler and was told that the dealer is unwilling to work for any discounts and that because my car is out of the warranty period they will not pay for any services. In both recall notices it states that these issues are both fire hazards and I don't feel that I should have to pay $1700 out of my own pocket to resolve them, as these are known issues with 2005 Dodge Durangos. Please help!.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. The contact took his vehicle to the dealer for routine inspection and various warning indicators were illuminated on the instrument panel. A technician stated that NHTSA campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel) was outstanding on his VIN. The technician further stated that he would have to replace the cluster at the cost of $700 because the remedy was to repair the dome lights. The vehicle has not yet been repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 69,940.

My 2004 Dodge Durango is having electrical issues. Most of my lights on my instrument panel stay on at all times, my speedometer or odometer will not work and my heating and a/c will not work. My rear defrost and rear wiper will also not work. Dealership reflashed my computer and updated computer but had no affect at all. Everything on the exterior works great and runs great.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the interior lights and instrument panel lights illuminated intermittently. She received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel) and called the dealer to schedule an appointment for June 30, 2008. The contact was unable to keep the appointment; therefore, it was rescheduled for July 7, 2008. Once at the dealer, she was informed that the computers were down and they would need to reschedule for another day. The new appointment was made for July 14, 2008. The failure mileage was 58,000 and current mileage was 62,765.

Hi, my name is kevin moore, and I need some help. January 9th 2007 I purchased a 2006 Dodge Durango from buddy jones Ford in greenwood mississippi. On may 31st 2008, the truck burn to the ground. This occurred while my girlfriend was driving it; she barely made it out of the truck in time. Needless to say I was at a lost of understanding how this could have happen. So I immediately started surf the internet to find information about this brand of vehicle. I discovered that this particular SUV had an instrument panel cluster that would overheat and sometimes ignite into flames. I also discovered that there were many other consumers that had experienced they're Dodge Durango's burning to ground, while just sitting in the garage. So I then contacted Chrysler to plead my case. At this time they told me about the recall, and that my vehicle was one of the vehicles in question. Then they agreed to send a local contracted inspector to check out my vehicle. The conclusion of his inspection was that the truck burned through no fault of chryslers do not have the resources to prove them wrong, or have it inspected myself. My insurance had lapsed at that time, and I know that is my responsibility. But now I am stuck with a truck that is not usable, and the company that financed it is looking for they're monthly payment. With I can not afford because I had to purchase another vehicle to get back and forward to work. So I have done a volunteer repossession and they will pick the truck up soon. Once they get it I still will be forced to pay for it through garnishment, which I cant afford. In the other cases in which this same truck burned to the ground, Chrysler determined that it was not they're fault even with such a recall on them. Vehicles do not just burn up for no reason, so please help deal with Chrysler. Also, I did not receive a recall notice until June 16, 2008.

My 2006 Dodge Durango caught on fire four weeks ago while my girlfriend was driving it. The truck had only been running a total of tens. It appeared to have started on the driver side of the truck. Once I discovered the recall on the truck for the instrument panel overheating, I contacted Chrysler, and they sent a local contracted inspector out to take picture. Then a week later they sent me a letter stating that they were not at fault, and there was nothing they could do for me.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. While driving approximately 30 mph with the air conditioning activated, smoke appeared from the dashboard. There were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel prior to the failure. The interior dome light illuminated and would not dim. The contact pulled off the road and she and her children exited the vehicle right before it caught fire. The fire department and state patrol were called to the scene and filed an incident report. The vehicle was completely destroyed. The fire chief stated that the failure was related to the electrical system: instrument panel. There were no injuries. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were unknown.

My 2001 Dodge Durango started having problems with interior lights, dash lights, intermittent wipers, door locks not operating, the 4-wheel drive light on, and headlights not working. Checked all fuses and all were good. Disconnected/reconnected battery and all returned to normal. Two days later, while my 16 y/o son was driving the vehicle, the interior and dash lights (later to learn the headlights) were flickering on and off. I took it for a test ride and all seemed normal for first few miles, when suddenly the dash lights and headlights started to flicker rapidly. A few seconds later the headlights went out completely for approximately 5-7 seconds and came back on. The headlights went out again as I was pulling off the road for approximately 7-10 seconds with intermittent interior dash lights flickering. I turned the vehicle off, removed the negative battery terminal for approximately 3 minutes and again all returned to "normal". This defect is well known on the internet with the cause being the central timer module (ctm) and all local Dodge dealers I contacted are well aware of the cause and the fix (avg. Cost from local dealers $690. 00) yet there is no recall for this anomaly. Why? headlights turning off while drivingam I the only person who sees a safety problem here? also, according to the people at chryslers 1-800 customer service center, this is only affecting a small number of vehicles. So what. My thoughts are: one vehicle is enough, and if this is really a true statement from Chrysler, it shouldn't cost the corporation that much to fix those few vehicles. My concern continues with the belief that both Chrysler and the NHTSA know about this failure - which is obviously a safety issue - and neither have taken any positive action for an immediate recall. This situation also leaves me with one haunting question: does it really take a death before anyone takes action??? btw: what does the s in NHTSA stand for again?.

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I have been getting a continuous all the gauges on the dash will start fluxuating like the computer is resetting it self while driving down the road. Also the air bag system shows a malfunction during the same time the gauges flux. I have taken it to the dealer and they say they can't do anything unless it happens while it's hooked up to the computer to read it while it happens. The recall for the instrument panel has been completed and the problem seemed to go away for a couple of weeks but now it doing the same thing again. Sort of getting concerned if there is an electrical problem will the vehicle catch on fire.

The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Durango. The contact noticed smoke rising from under the dashboard before it caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was inspected by a Chrysler investigator, but they would not disclose the cause of the fire. The interior of the vehicle sustained damage. There were no injuries. The current and failure mileages were 74,750.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. While driving 35 mph, the interior light illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over after driving for one mile. He noticed smoke coming from the light switch and instrument panel. He exited the vehicle before it burst into flames. The vehicle was towed and a police report was filed. The manufacturer stated that the fire was not caused by a manufacturer defect, but appeared to be from aftermarket wires. The manufacturer also stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel). The contact has a video of the incident. The current and failure mileages were 59,900.

We have had intermittent electrical problems in the dashboard of our 2001 Durango, especially when cold. Devices stop working at random while driving, such as radio, turn signals, heater fan, etc. Turning car off and back on seems to "reset" the system and restore electrical function, but loss of turn signals while driving is dangerous, and who knows what other components will fail? we have heard this complaint from other Dodge owners. Dealers are unaware and cannot diagnose the problem.

After getting my recall done reference # go7 instrument cluster. I began having problems with my windshield wiper, it would not turn on ii turn to your website and found NHTSA campaign id number: 06v067000. It seems this was the problem I am having! I call Chrysler and they told me that there is no such thing of this recall. I told them my problem but to no avail. They can't help me. They told me I should contact the dealership and get a diagnostic. But the dealership wants to charge me $65. 00 per hour for diagnostics. I don't want to pay for something that there is a potential recall on it.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. After stopping the vehicle, the cabin lights illuminated and would not dim. There were no warning indicators present. The contact smelled smoke inside the passenger compartment and drove the vehicle to her residence. The weather was not a factor. In June of 2007, the recall repair was performed for NHTSA campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel). After the repair was made, the check engine light remained illuminated, the windshield wipers did not work, the door open chime would not sound, and the key would not lock and unlock the doors. The current mileage was 82,397 and failure mileage was 77,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. While driving at an unknown speed, the interior roof light illuminated on its own and would not shut off. The contact exited the vehicle and, approximately 30 minutes later, the vehicle caught fire on the driver's side of the instrument panel. He received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign id number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel) six months after the fire occurred. There were no injuries. A police report was filed. The failure mileage was 61,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that she did not receive a recall notice regarding the electrical system: instrument panel. After 40 minutes of exiting her vehicle, it caught fire. The fire originated from the instrumental panel. The police and fire departments arrived at the scene and a police report was filed. The recall number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 52,000.

1999 Dodge Durango 4x4 bought in sept. 07, within two weeks lost of oil pressure during highway driving just over 150 miles, oil pressure goes to zero and engine light comes on. Had to put 4. 5 qts of oil. Later on during the trip the speedometer quit working unless going above 50 mph. Also at the same time the abs light and brake light illuminated and stays on. Going to start with replacing the speed sensor on the transmission. Hopefully this solves the abs and brake light problem.

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I purchased a 2004 Durango in Nov of 2006. I had no real problems with vehicle until recently. Took vehicle in to dealership for recall of instrument panel. Dealership took care of this and 2 weeks later temperature gauge started reading hotter then usual. Contacted dealership who then stated unrelated. Recently went on vacation and 300 miles from home vehicle temp gauge read hot. Pulled off interstate to nearest service station. No dealership near here. Mechanic found no codes to indicate problem. Replaced water pump, thermostat, hoses, check radiator, new fluids, bill total 377 dollars. 3 miles later car still trying to over heat. Towed to va for 1,000 dollars now at dealership. Car also seems to sometimes not be in gear when placed in drive and you try to accelerate engine just revs. At dealership now we shall see what they say.

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle began to smoke and overheat without warning. The dealer was notified and stated that the cylinder was not getting any compression and caused the engine to fail. Recall number 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel) was found. The current and failure mileages were 47,000.

The check engine light in the vehicle keeps coming on for no reason. I have taken vehicle to dealer several times to be fixed , but it always comes back on. I have received a notice that there is a recall on the instrument cluster that may result in fire, but I don't want to take it in again , would be the fifth time, just to have the light keep coming on.

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. While driving 5 mph, the lights on the instrument panel illuminated. The dealer stated that they repaired the failure, but did not inform the contact of what caused the failure. The contact received recall notice # 07v092000 (electrical system: instrument panel). The dealer made the repair listed in the recall. The contact stated that the abs light on the instrument panel illuminated the same day as the recall repair work was completed. As of July 5, 2007, the dealer has been unable to diagnose the cause of failure. The current mileage is 30,000 and failure mileage was 200.

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Durango. The contact took her vehicle to be repaired under recall # 9378792861. After the repair was performed, the contact stated that the vehicle began to stall. The dealer has had the vehicle since June 21, 2007 and has been unable to determine the cause of failure. The dealer performed a diagnostic, which caused them to place 50 miles per day on the vehicle in an attempt to locate the cause of failure. The dealer even asked if one of the technicians could take the vehicle home. The recall number that was provided could not be located. The current and failure mileages were 7,000.

My vehicle underwent inspection for safety recall #g07. It was determined by the dealership that the electronic cluster in my 2004 Dodge Durango had to be replaced, due to fire hazard. When they pulled the old cluster, an electrical surge damaged the electrical components in the driver's side door of my vehicle. The dealership replaced the cluster, and told me that the driver's side door had been damaged when they pulled the old cluster. They instructed me to pick up my vehicle and told me that it was drivable. They ordered a part to repair the door and told me they would repair it. When I picked up my vehicle, I was not able to open the door from the outside or the inside. This was on June 14th. I have not been able to enter or exit my car via the driver's side door for over 1 week. This is a safety issue, and the vehicle should not have been returned to me as "drivable". I contacted the dealership, and asked for a rental until the issue with the door is resolved. They informed me that Chrysler had to approve the rental, and I would have to pay the rental fees myself. The dealership created a safety hazard in my vehicle, and returned it to me as drivable, and they are going to make me pay for a rental car. The drivers side door on my vehicle has been locked for 9 days - I have been climbing through the passenger side of the vehicle, for 9 days.