Truck stalled as I was doing 60 MPH, the brakes went as well. I put it in neutral and coasted into a gas station. Tried turning it on and it started right up. This was the third time in two weeks.
1999 Dodge Durango electrical complaints
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We recently purchased a 1999 dodge durango slt from a private party. This is a well maintained vehicle and has no history of problems. Within a few days of having this vehicle it began to stall for no apparent reason. This would be at 65 MPH or stopped. If you wait 5-20 min it will restart. We have had this car looked at and have replaced the crank sensor to no avail. While doing an internet search it appears this is not a new problem and many other owners are experiencing it as well. The mechanics get no code from the stall and no one can pinpoint the problem. We are frustrated and pretty unhappy to find out this is a recurring problem with this vehicle. This is very dangerous as everything locks up when it stalls.
My 1999 dodge durango stalled on the highway for the fifth time today. After the first two stalls I took it to a garage. They told me they could not get a code off of the computer and it could be one of three things, the security cutoff, the ECM or the fuel pump. They replaced the security cutoff and gave me troubleshooting steps for the next time. Unfortunately, those steps include listening for the fuel pump, which you can't hear when you are stalled on the side of the highway. So, since the computer won't pop a code, I'm left with choosing either of 2 $800 repair jobs and hoping it works. I've been looking on dodge bulletin boards and this seems to be a common problem that they won't admit to. One of the boards said I should report it here so you could keep track of it.
Rear passenger door locks and power windows malfunctioning. Back seat buttons are inoperable. From driver's seat, buttons will only work on front locks and windows. There is also a loud buzzing when power lock button is engaged via key remote or front seats of vehicle. The driver's side rear door lock is also sometimes impossible to unlock, even manually. I worry about being trapped inside the car or having the locks malfunction in an emergency, trapping someone inside the vehicle.
In january of 05 had to have both upper and lower ball joints replaced, control arm, front brakes and new tires as a result of bad f/e suspension. Now today the speed sensor (and I am hoping that's it) has gone out on the transmission. I have had two window motor failures, a sudden drop in oil pressure causing the truck to stall and there is something wrong with the electrical system. There have been many complaints in regards to these failures and the dodge durango and although they have recalled other dodge trucks for these issues - they have yet to have recalled the 1999. I have contacted dodge since january of this year regarding this issue and they responded telling me that they hadn't had enough complaints to issue a recall. I find this hard to believe seeing all the complaints made to the federal safety agency and to consumer affairs in regards to this year and model. I also believe that the dodge dealer I bought this truck from (used) sold it to me knowing of these problems - although this I doubt I could ever prove. I am thankful that the front wheels stayed on as long as they did as I have read of the ball joint issue causing wheel separation. This could have been a deadly situation for my family (4 small children - we rely on this as our only transportation) and I hope that the problem is fixed but have serious doubts.
Dt: the vehicle intermittently stalled. This started on august 1, 2005. Took the vehicle to the dealer they recommend to replace the computer module. Contacted manufacturer, they say there was no recalls for model year.
Motor, ignition, tie rods, brakes. Heater/air have had hardly no heat or A/C for the last 4 years.. Have replaced everything from fan, blower, cooling, water pump, heater core etc. Still back in the shop on 12-28-04 got back today 01-01-05 and still no heat don't know what is wrong with it.
Oil pressure indicator would go off and the pressure gauge would drop to nothing. Driving car stopped running in intersection. Car was towed to dodge who repaired car. Light is still on and pressure continues to drop to nothing intermittently. Dodge has list of repairs needed. Initial dodge assessment at purchase stated new ball joints needed in feb 2003 at 57,000 miles.
While driving there was a popping noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in which they found that the upper and lower ball joints were completely worn out. *ak the cover under the hood was ripened, the black guard under the front of the vehicle was hanging, the coolant resevoir was leaking, the power steering fluid leaked, the A/C was not cooling due to an open wire from the low push switch, and the fuel gauge did not read properly.
Drove vehicle at 30 MPH, driver's side tire started "shuttering", after approximately 1/2 mile the ball joins went bad, causing the knuckle to rub on the tire, blowing out the tire and destroying all of the components. The lower ball joints were replaced in 2002. 2nd complaint: vehicle "turns off" when driving at approximately 30 MPH. Then forced to stop the vehicle and restart without any other problem. Fuel filter and other controls have been checked and cleared. Technitians believed it was the computer. 3rd complaint: rear brake problem. Rear brakes have unexpectedly stopped and froze. Technitian was unable to locate direct problem with braking system.
While driving 55 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted the vehicle , and took it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the security module needed to be replaced, and replaced it. However, the problem recurred.
I own a 1999 dodge durango with approximately 64,000 miles. Immediately upon purchasing the vehichle I have experienced a large poping and dragging sound when turning or performing a u-turn. Recently I attempted to make a u-turn and my car nearly lost control and felt as if it would tip over. I took the vehicle in to cerritos dodge and I was advised that the vehichles upper and lower, right and left ball joints were completely shot. All were replaced. I continue to experience the popping and dragging sounds. Upon purchasing the vehichle, I have had to change the (all four) tires 3 times, obtain 3 wheel alignments, change the battery (went completely dead at approximately 25,000 miles) repair the brake light switch (brake lights wouldn't turn off), and repair door/hatch locks (unable to lock and make loud buzzing and clicking sound).
Several issues. 1) electrical failure in switch box causing all vehicle lights to turn off when switching to brights during night-time driving. ) cracked heads (both) somewhere between 30,000 & 70,000 miles.*ak 3) ball joints need replacing - no parts available to complete the job in a reasonable time.
Speedometer quit working and (subsequently) now the crusie control will not work either. Speedometer began failing approx. 1 year ago and would not indicate vehicle speed until moving in excess of 30 MPH. Now the speedometer is completely inoperative requiring replacement of the complete instrument cluster assembly.
Three of the four power windows failed at the same time. Will cost almost $1k to fix all 3.
Suspension ball joints and bushings were replaced on both sides. Problems also with the transmission sensor. *mr the ball joints, and bushings were replaced on both sides. The problem was with the transmission sensors which worked intermittently. The A/C, alternator and the water pump failed prematurely. *scc
The battery exploded when I attempted to start the car. The top and most of the sides were gone.
At 70mph, on I-75 in michigan '99 durango transfer case blew apart causing vehicle to jump with smoke pouring out the back of the vehicle. Was barely able to get vehicle under control and off to side of road. Mechanic stated front driveshaft cracked thus maybe causing transfer case cv joint to go blowing apart transfer case. Another vehicle experienced a flat tire at high speed due to running over pieces of transfer case. Have spent over $4000 dollars in repairs to durango in 3 years including (front driveshaft, transfer case, water pump, PCM, upper & lower ball joints, upper control arms, sway bar bushings, front rotors, brakes, etc. Only 78,000 on the vehcile when transfer case blew up. Can I file a claim for lemon law regarding ball joints. Uppers need replaced again.
Several months ago, I took my 1999 dodge durango in for a "check engine" light malfunction. The dealer informed me that the speed sensor was bad, and would need to be replaced. Additionally, they also informed me that the inner tie rod ends were worn and would also need replacement. I was extremely shocked to hear this. At less than 38000 miles, this SUV should not be experiencing problems with such a major suspension component. I asked the technician to show me what he was talking about and he proceeded to show me the amount of play in my front suspension due to this faulty component. When I inquired as to why there was no grease fitting on much of the front end, he replied "thats the way dodge designs em" and left it at that. I opted to perform the work myself so as to save the outrageous labor charges here in california, and also to ensure that a higher quality part was installed that included grease fittings. Shortly after I completed the repairs, I began searching the internet for similar experiences from other durango owners. Also to my surprise, I found a sustantial number of complaints about the front suspension on this SUV, and also for models of other years. Any auto manufacturer who installs non greasable suspension components on an SUV designed to go offroad is simply engaging in cost cutting measures at the expense of their customers lives. I believe that my wife,family and I were lucky that this issue was identified early and there were no accidents or fatalities. It could have been much more serious. Additionally, I am curious as to why a technician would even inspect the front end on a vehicle that was brought in for a simple electrical problem. Unless the technician expected the damage and noting the milage on the truck, simply inspected the components on his own, I find it hard to believe that this would occur otherwise.
Consumer had noticed while driving that an error message was displayed on the dashboard regarding the odometer, indicating "no bus reading." also when driving without prior warning vehicle will stall.
Consumer got into vehicle an attempted to start but battery exploded without warning when the key was turned.
Dies when driving. Looses all power. Odometer says no bus, and loss of power steering. Tested multiple times, still not able to determine the actual cause. Could result in a serious accident if the problem is not fixed...
Driver side rear window does not work at all. Requires a new motor. Dealer states has to sale entire assembly. Part does not come with just the motor. $180.
Driver side rear window does not work. Dealer found no problems.
All windows would not work except driver window. Checked windows found it was lack of usage. First time I had ever heard of such thing.
Vehicle stalls out while in motion at any given time. Came very close to being rear ended by a tractor trailer. It is always a guarantee that after putting gas in the vehicle it will stall out apporx. 2-3 miles afterwards, sometimes for over 45 mins. At a time. Vehicle had (2) diagnostic reports done in which the first stated the intake manifold gaskets needed replacing and the throttle body needed cleaning. This was not true, since both were completed, vehicle continues to stall out while driving in general traffic or stopped at a traffic signal. The second diagnostic done stated nothing was wrong, however, after describing to the dealer the multiple problems, they suggested that the PCM needs to be replaced. After reviewing the complaints on this sight that are similar to the one that I have , it appears that this could be either the (PCM) or (central computer module/pick up plate) that is the problem. *nlm dealer currently working on replacing the PCM, but I will also question the (central computer module/pick up plate) to see if the two are in relation to one another. I pray that this will resolve this problem as I fear that I am driving around in a death trap because of the multiple close calls that I have had in this vehicle while stalling out in the most dangerous places.
The radio and the dimmer lights comes on and off on their own. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information. Ph
My engine died with 44,000 miles due to sludge build-up dealership says I did'nt change my oil but I did and I have reciepts. I have all my paper work where I took it in for repairs for the guages going off and oil pressure dropping, having to put 2 qts of oil every 200 miles, knocking in motor, and now my warranty is out I have a blown engine. Dealership refuses to accept any responsibility. My power windows and quit working in the summer could not roll down windows and the air condition was not blowing out cold air . Gas tank strap broke with a full tank of gas & was being held on with only 1 strap, gas tank was hanging down. I have several more minor gripes but the main thing now is the engine. I have read over some consumer complaints web sites and it seems I'm not the only person having the same problem. Dt
While driving engine light stayed illuminated. While driving 45mph all gauges dropped, and then engine shut off.
Battery exploded when starting car spilling acid
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