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2005 Dodge Durango — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2011 to Dec 2014
The most reported issue is fuel system, gasoline problems (501 complaints). 38 complaints involved crashes. 21 involved fires.
Open Safety Recalls (9)
NHTSA Campaign: 16V352000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
Risk: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
NHTSA Campaign: 14V770000
Component: AIR BAGS
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300C and 300 SRT8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengers frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, owners were notified and the recall began on December 5, 2014. For all other vehicles, Chrysler notified owners and the recall began on February 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P40 Expanded. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 16V-352. This recall superseded the passenger air bag portion of recall 14V-354.
NHTSA Campaign: 15V313000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
NHTSA Campaign: 09E012000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Risk: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Fix: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA Campaign: 09V003000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 18,951 MY 2005 DODGE DURANGO VEHICLES. THE FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE INLET CHECK VALVE MAY NOT FULLY CLOSE AT THE END OF REFUELING. THIS COULD ALLOW SOME FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE FILLER NECK AT THE END OF REFUELING.
Risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE. VEHICLES FOUND TO HAVE A SUSPECT INLET CHECK VALVE WILL HAVE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA Campaign: 07V092000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ON SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER THAT CONTROLS INTERIOR LIGHTING MAY OVERHEAT.
Risk: THIS COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CLUSTER FOR DAMAGE AND REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-140.
NHTSA Campaign: 06V067000
Component: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
ON CERTAIN VANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ARMATURE SHAFT MAY BREAK.
Risk: DURING CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, LOSS OF FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPING CAPABILITY COULD OCCUR, AND THE DRIVER'S VISION COULD BE OBSCURED WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 19, 2006, TO DODGE DURANGO OWNERS. MINIVAN OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA Campaign: 05V460000
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 42RLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE CUP PLUG THAT RETAINS THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT MAY BE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. IF THE SHAFT MOVES OUT OF POSITION, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 'PARK' POSITION.
Risk: IF THIS OCCURS AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSIONS AND INSTALL A BRACKET TO ENSURE THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT IS RETAINED IN THE PROPER POSITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA Campaign: 05V034000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE INLET CHECK VALVE MAY NOT FULLY CLOSE AT THE END OF REFUELING. THIS COULD ALLOW SOME FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE VEHICLE FILLER NECK.
Risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INLET CHECK VALVES AND REPLACE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 1567)
Power Train →5 issues
Your 4-wheel drive system is switching in and out on its own while you're driving, which makes the wheels lock up and the vehicle become hard to control—especially during tight turns in parking lots or neighborhoods where pedestrians are nearby. This unpredictable locking can also happen at stop signs when turning into traffic, making it difficult to turn smoothly and potentially creating a dangerous situation. The issue may require inspection and repair of the 4-wheel drive transfer case or its electronic control system.
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Your 2005 Durango is stalling while driving—sometimes multiple times per week—which started in January. Your OBD reader is showing three diagnostic trouble codes related to transmission control, catalyst efficiency, and an unknown urgency code, indicating there's a serious powertrain issue. The stalling could be caused by a transmission problem, a faulty catalytic converter, or related engine control issues that need professional diagnosis. You'll likely need transmission service, a catalytic converter replacement, or engine control system repairs depending on what a mechanic finds.
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While driving on the highway, your truck suddenly started bucking and jerking back and forth. The transmission became extremely hot to the touch and eventually stopped shifting properly, leaving you stuck in lower gears with no power. Your dealer indicated the transmission entered a protective 'limp mode' due to a transmission control module failure and a problem with shift solenoid A.
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Your Durango's transfer case (which controls 2WD/4WD/4WD-Low modes) is shifting gears on its own while you're driving or even when you're trying to unlock the door. You may hear loud grinding sounds from the driveshaft when this happens. A mechanic found a transfer case motor failure code and possibly a broken snap ring inside the transfer case. The repair will likely require replacing or rebuilding the transfer case assembly.
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Your Durango is unexpectedly shifting into 4WD High or Low while you're driving, even at highway speeds, causing a sudden loss of speed and making the vehicle difficult to steer. This happens regularly and creates a safety hazard. The fix will likely involve diagnosing and repairing the transfer case or its control electronics to prevent unwanted shifting.
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Fuel/propulsion System →4 issues
Your 2005 Dodge Durango has a fuel tank inlet check valve that may stick in the open position, causing fuel to spill out of the filler tube during refueling. This fuel spillage near an ignition source creates a serious fire hazard. You reported fuel spillback during refueling on 08/08/2022, but Dodge's customer service indicated the recall was completed when only an inspection was actually performed. The proper fix requires replacing the entire fuel tank to prevent this safety risk.
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Your fuel tank's check valve has failed, causing the tank to overflow when you fill it with gas. This is the same problem covered by a recall for your vehicle model, but Dodge has determined your specific car isn't included in that recall despite having identical symptoms. The check valve will likely need to be replaced to stop the overflow issue.
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I have own my Durango for about 4 years and I recently had the air bag recall repaired that it had. My vehicle also had a previous recall for the fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve. It causes gas to splash out at a large amount which splashes out at you, all over the truck and the ground. It does this every time I fill my tank. I looked it up online and mine was never replaced but “checked” before I owned it. I don’t know why it was replaced because my vehicles is obviously affected by this recall and the dealer will not fix it because it was previously checked. I’m scared of the danger this issues has. I’m a single dad and this is my only vehicle. It happens regularly every time I refuel.
When you fill up your gas tank, fuel occasionally sprays back out of the filler neck and spills on your car and the ground. This happens intermittently during refueling.
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Fuel System, Gasoline →3 issues
Your car is leaking gasoline from the fuel filler neck when you're refueling. This happened even though your vehicle was previously repaired for the same issue under a recall campaign. The problem appeared again at around 180,000 miles. The fuel filler neck may need to be inspected, replaced, or the seal around it may need to be repaired or replaced.
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Fuel is leaking from your fuel filler neck (where you put the gas cap) when you try to refuel. Your dashboard is also displaying a "Gas Cap" warning message even after you've checked and replaced the cap. The dealer confirmed your vehicle isn't covered by a related recall. The fix likely involves inspecting or replacing the fuel filler neck assembly.
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Fuel is spilling out of your fuel filler neck (the opening where you put gas in) when you finish refueling. Your vehicle was previously repaired under a fuel system recall, but this issue is happening again. The problem occurred around 120,000 miles on your odometer.
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Fuel System, Gasoline,air Bags →2 issues
Your car is leaking gasoline when you refuel and while parked, creating a safety and environmental hazard. Your vehicle also lost power while driving and showed an airbag warning light, but the dealer wasn't able to diagnose or fix the problem. Your car had previous recalls done for fuel system and airbag issues, but these current problems suggest those repairs may not have fully resolved the underlying issues. You'll likely need comprehensive diagnostic testing and possible replacement of fuel system seals and airbag system components.
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Your airbag warning light came on while driving, and you noticed the passenger airbag compartment was open with dashboard damage. At the same time, fuel started spilling from the filler tube when refueling. This happened after your vehicle was repaired under two separate recalls for airbags and the fuel system. The dealer and manufacturer were notified but didn't diagnose or repair the issue. Resolving this will likely require a full diagnostic of the airbag system and fuel filler neck inspection, plus possible component replacement.
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Air Bags →2 issues
Your passenger side airbag is not activating and the indicator light shows it's off. This means the airbag won't deploy in a crash to protect a front passenger. The system likely needs diagnostic testing to identify why the airbag circuit has failed, which could involve checking sensors, wiring, or replacing the airbag control module.
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Your 2005 Dodge Durango is subject to an airbag recall (Campaign 16V352000), but the replacement parts needed to fix it aren't available yet from the manufacturer. Your dealer knows about the issue, and you're concerned that the manufacturer is taking too long to make the repair parts available. The manufacturer hasn't been directly notified of your concerns. The fix will involve replacing the airbag components once the parts become available.
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Carry Handle, Shell, Base →1 issue
Your infant car seat won't stay locked in its base at most recline positions—it only locks properly in position 1 (the newborn setting). When you click the seat into positions 2, 3, or 4 while driving, the seat unexpectedly drops back down to position 1. Over time, the seat has stopped locking even in position 1. Multiple parents have reported the same issue online. The manufacturer hasn't been able to resolve the problem despite repeated contact.
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Structure,engine,fuel/propulsion System →1 issue
Your car overheated briefly while driving on the interstate at 70 mph, then completely shut down, causing your steering wheel to lock up. You managed to pull over, but immediately discovered the front of the vehicle was in flames, and the fire spread to the seat. This is a critical fire hazard that likely involves a severe engine cooling system failure or fuel system leak.
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Electrical System →1 issue
Your instrument cluster is malfunctioning — the speedometer shows 50 MPH even when parked, the odometer went blank, and the interior lights won't turn off. You noticed a strong burning smell coming through the A/C vents while driving, which forced you to pull over. A mechanic found this relates to a known electrical system recall (Campaign 07V092000) that the dealer claims was already completed on your vehicle. The repair will likely involve inspecting and replacing faulty wiring or electrical components in the instrument cluster and A/C vent area.
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Vehicle Speed Control →1 issue
Your vehicle's cruise control system is not working properly. The issue may prevent you from being able to maintain a steady speed automatically while driving on highways or open roads. A technician will need to diagnose whether the problem is with the cruise control switch, wiring harness, or the speed control module itself.
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