Car stalls, idles erratically and stalls when falls below 500 rpms. A/c blows hot air when idles falls below 1000 rpms. This has been happening for months, no rhyme or reason, no codes. Sometimes so bad that car stalls as soon as you let off of the accelerator to go around a curve. When will a recall be issued? There is obviously a problem. Dodge needs to step up to the plate. Does someone have to die before its fixed? Do a search on the internet. Complaint are everywhere.
1999 Dodge Durango transmission complaints
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I have e a 1999 5.9 liter 4x4 dodge durango. This spring it began to just stall out intermittently. It will turn over but not crank for sometime 30 minutes but then suddenly start and run fine until it stalls again. It will stall while driving with no warning. It is july 25th and it has been in the shop all summer with no codes being found. I have had it in 4 shops now the third being the dealership and they said something no one else said and wanted a ton of money to fix and I took it for second opinion and they said the dealer was wrong. As it is I have about $1000.00 in parts that have been changed trying to fix this and now they are saying it is the PCM. I am at my witts end because I do not have my car and it is very unsafe when I do have it because there is no warning when it stalls it just suddenly dies and you loose steering and brake power. It is very dangerous. I have searched the internet and found tons of the same troubles with other people. I think a recall is needed because dodge must know of this issue. The dealers all want different prices to change the PCM and when you call looking for them around the country suppliers say they can not keep them in stock for the dodges. Please help!!
Dt*: the contact stated that the engine malfunctioned in the vehicle as early as june first of 2005. The vehicle was taken to the dealers and left with them for one week to under-go diagnostic testing. The dealer determined through the testing that the problem was pertaining to the fuel pump and replaced the part. The vehicle began to experience more problems concerning stalling and all the warning lights illuminating. The vehicle was taken back to the dealers who replaced the water pump. One week later, the vehicle experienced similar problems including water dripping from the bottom of the motor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced gasket of the water pump. The vehicle stalled while driving on the highway during morning rush hour traveling at 30 MPH. It was towed to the dealer who determined that the #3 cylinder had no compression, the coolant was coming out of the freeze plug, transmission fluid was dripping and the motor was shot. There were no further services done to the vehicle due to the extensive costs.
If your dodge durango shuts down for no real reason it is your PCM, don't let the dealer tell you different. This is covered under emissions warranty up to 80,000 or at least it was for me, and the dealer did not want to replace it, he had me replace the ECM and it did nothing for the problem, so I demanded they replace the PCM, I did my own research on dodge forum. They don't want to replace the PCM first because it costs them not you, like it should cost them because they have a faulty PCM problem that they don't want to admit to......good luck but keep fighting to the PCM. If you want to know more from me my email is [email protected]
Defective joints & tie rods, faulty oil pump, transmission shifting problems, faulty water pump, bad rotors.
I've been complaining of abnormal noises coming from my 1999 dodge durango since may of 2003, to 2 different dodge dealer service departments. The steering is "loose" and the tires wear unevenly no matter how many times I have them rotated. After a very scary road trip where I almost veered off the highway several times, I brought the durango to a private mechanic. They immediately detected the problem of faulty ball joints and a bad rear axle and differential. When the mechanic called dodge to order parts, he was told that this is a common problem with durango's and the parts were in stock. Repairs consisted of new upper and lower ball joints, new front tires (with alignment) repair and rebuild rear axle and differential. This was all paid for by me personally because my extended warranty expired in june 2005. However, I believe it would have been covered under the warranty if in may 2003 the dodge mechanics would have figured out what the problems were. *nm there was a water leak at the right rear window. Updated 04/10/06.
I have a 1999 dodge durango with 73,000 miles. We had the transmission replaced and other major repairs done to it last year. Since then it has given us nothing but trouble. This car is our family car so we travel everywhere with the kids in the back. It has stalled and died on us often. At times on the freeway in the middle of traffic and other times in the middle of intersections. The power steering goes and so do the brakes. I have been lucky so far in avoiding accidents. The mechanics can not find out what is wrong with it so nothing is done about it. The fuel lines have been checked and replaced and so has the fuel pump and the same problem continues.
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.
Transmission not shifting right, engine reving to high. Transmission had to b transmission went out 2nd gear bad not shifting right. Transmission had to be rebuilt, this car had only 67000 miles on it. Transmission was serviced at 35000 miles never had trouble before.I think transmission should holdup longer than this. Also car har idle problem when engine is warm after restart, when coming to a stop at redlight car idles ruff acts like it wants to die. When driving more smooths out, runs fine then? This car has always been serviced on time! Last year was in to dealer twice for hard start & idle problems! Spent over $500.00 for air idle speed part & r throttle posloch! Seems to me computor parts should holdup longer! T
Dt: consumer states: the upper and lower ball joints on the front end on both sides are completely gone. Vehicle shakes and rattles uncontrollably. Bought used a year and half ago, also, the u joints were replaced 2 weeks after purchase. Have to have both hands on the wheel to control. Talked to chrysler , and they recognized there was a problem, and will pay for upper ball joints, consumer will hav eto pay for lower joints and labor.
At christmastime our transmission began acting up. We believed the harsh winter weather was causing the problem bc once the engine heated up, the vehicle drove just fine. At any rate, we took in to be serviced in march and had the 4x4 rear differentials flushed and serviced and the fluid changed. While it was in for that repair (at a dealership) they called and said the 2 front ball joints needed to be replaced. We knew about the recall, so asked them about it, but it just figures our VIN was not included. So, $1600 later, we went and picked it up and seemed to drive just fine. Well, then 3 wks. Later I was driving to the grocery store. I was stopped a red light, and when it turned green I went to go and it just barely accelerated. Luckily, the red light was right in front of the garage we normally use. I was able to turn the vehicle around and get it to where I was parked in front of the garage. I went in and told the mechanic what happened. The truck was in the shop for 2 wks. It needed a new transmission after having just been serviced! It cost $3300! Over the past 2 months we have spent $4600 in repairs on a vehicle that we are still paying for! I am irrate! We even bought the extended warranty when we purchased the vehicle 5 yrs. Ago, but now with 108,000 miles it's not covered any longer (warranty only went to 100,000). 2 yrs. Ago I was involved in an accident with durango where the front drivers side wheel popped off after another vehicle hit it. We don't believe he could have hit it with enough force for that to happen if it had not been defective to begin with. His wife even spoke to me about this last christmas after the recall came out. I am fed up with this truck and I want dodge to know it.
1999 dodge durango speed sensor failed as well as the upper and lower ball joints. ***no answer required***. *mr at 49,000 the transmission went out. The speed sensor failed for a second time.
Started with rebuilt transmission, then sludged in motor. Had to replace motor with only 120,000 miles motor and transmission 5,000. Also had to replace ball joints, tie rods and bearings cost $1,000
While driving at approximately 70 MPH there was a crack in the transmission. Owner had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and owner was informed that the transmission appeared as if the driver had been going 80 MPH, then suddenly shifted the vehicle into park. Then, owner contacted the manufacturer, who claimed that vehicle had too many miles on it, and there was nothing else they could do.
My durango steering had been out of control I took it to a mechanic and both front ball joints are bad and it is leaking transmission fluid from the front seal.it is costing 700.00 to be fixed. This is money I do not have. I have owned the car 1 and a half years.it was supposed to be reliable transportation.
We were driving east on I-90, just east of gary, in. Our SUV caught fire, we could smell smoke, and we made an emergency stop at exit 17. Another car pulled up behind us, and the driver said he saw flames under the car. My wife and I ran from the car in fear. The car had a full tank of gas, and we felt our lives were in jeopardy. I told the toll booth attendant that my car was on fire, got a fire extinguisher from her, and she volunteered to call the fire department. I put out the fire that was on the driver's side of the front axle. We called our state farm agent to report the incident. The SUV was towed to gregory dodge in highland park, il to assess the damage, where it is still being evaluated. As a result of the fire, the front axle and drive shaft disintegrated.
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.
Our transmission would not shift to 3rd gear,removed,rebuilt and re-install, exchanged torque converter needed, replaced all solenoids and switch 12/31/04 started around 80,000 miles. Work done @ 80751. I am one of 3 people that I know who have (or had) a 99 durango on my sons hockey team, all have had trouble with tranny, 1 at 64,000 miles, fixed and traded, other has same symptoms as ours, has 72,000 miles.-- online stories seem to indicate this is not an isolated problem, transmission shop said seems to be very common with early models tranny 42re?--date of build 9/98-- VIN#1b4hs28y3x535962-- not to mention the new "0 oil pressure" reading that happened this past w/e, which seems to be popping up, will clean pan and replace pvc to see if that problem is solved as research indicates, and last but least- ball joints---and new tires will be needed due to uneven inside wearing, even if "rotated" every 7500 miles. Long term chrysler owner, all vehicles over 125 k miles, never a problem--what recourse/satisafaction is there for this ?
I have a 1999 dodge durango, brakes repaired. The vehicle overheated, radiator, air compressor and more problems. *bf the consumer was told that the ball joints were gone and the transmission was sticking. *sc
While pulling out of a parking lot there was a loud knock and the vehicle shook. The check engine light came on, 75,000 miles. I had the vehicle towed home. The next day the check engine light was not illuminated, I had a mechanic diagnose the problem and he said there wasn't one and that sometimes the lights just come on and reset themselves. At 83,000 miles my transimission began to slip. The machnic stated that the loud knock that I experienced earlier was a rod the connects the transmission the the engine breaking and that I needed a new transmission. Transmission was replaced with only 83,000 miles on a well maintained vehicle.
Arriving home, pulled into the driveway and front passenger tire fell off. Vehicle was towed, and the axle, wheel bearings, and front shocks were replaced.
The consumer was run over by her own vehicle while standing behind it. Suddenly the vehicle slipped out of park and into reverse. This was due to the inter-locking brake transmission.
Transmission slipped into 4 wheel drive by itself. Transmission exploded while driving at 65 MPH. Aamco has car no parts available due to high demand dodge sent product update to address issue, never notified durango owners.
Excessive tire wear, road noise. Upper balls joints bad. Replaced. Now they are shot again, same problem, excessive tire wear and road noise. 62k on first repair. Truck is used 90% highway driving, no towing, and no heavy loads. I have also had to replace lower ball-joints, tie rod ends, etc. Transmission has gone out twice. Front wheel bearings, and on and on. Front suspension design is junk!
Transfer case failed, timing belt broke
I have a 1999 dodge durango, on tuesday 11-2-04 the front axle fell a part. This required the vehicle to be towed, I had to rent a car and the vehicle is still in the shop at this point 11-9-04. There are only 80, 177 miles on the durango.
10/29/04 drove car from jax, fl to sav. Ga. Approximately half way there, check gauge and no oil pressure. Had car towed to service center. Said that the screen in the oil filter or pump was clogged and tons of sludge in the engine. They flushed the screen and the engine out and changed the oil. Car ran normal from there and drove back to jacksonville fine. Once back on jacksonville, the check gauge and no oil pressure is back. Car sitting in driveway, afraid to drive to work and no money to replace what is wrong this time. Second chrylser vehicle owed and should of learned the first time when I had a dodge caravan that had the transmission replaced 3 times and other numerous problems. Apparantly, this is a manufactuer defect in numerous products and they need to own up to the middle class people who cannot afford problems like these.
While driving, the consumer heard a squeaking noise coming from the transmission. The transmission would also slip gears. Please provide more information. *jb
1999 dodge durango. Multiple problems with vehicle. 6,000 miles freeze plug; 48,691 tie rod end outer, serpentine belt; 63,851 transmission speed sensor; 66,002 miles ball joints front upper; 68,175 miles ball joints lower.*ak consumer paid out-of-pocket for each incident. I had extended insurance that was paid for when truck was bought, but was not given any information about it. Never recieved any info from fedelity insurance about extended insurance. During investigation, by myself, to report incidents to daimler chrysler discovered on bill of sale that extended insurance had been paid for. Contacted daimler chrysler and fidelity insurance. Daimler chrysler reimbursed for parts of tie rods & upper ball joints; they refused to pay for anything else and claimed it was due to consumer's failure to maintain vehicle. Fidelity insurance would only refund up to a year from initial report of 08/04/04. Refused to reimburse for anything before. Submitted all documentation to fidelity, but have yet to recieve any reimbursement. Final incident on 09/04/04 has not yet been addressed by daimler chrysler nor fidelity insurance. Truck has had multiple incidents of needing service -- all of which should not have to be replaced under 68,000 miles. Dodge refuses to take responsabilty of defective parts and vehicle. I have read multiple incident on-line of other durango owners and mine is minor compaired to some. Everyone has had to replace ball joint, but multiple people have had to replace transmittions a number of time. I am stuck with a defective vehicle that if not gotten rid of will cost me thousands of dollars. My truck is paid off as of 10/2004, extended insurance is up at 72,000 miles. I am unable to afford buying another car that is appropriate to my family situation.
I have a 1999 dodge durango. In 2/04 I had to replace my transmission (45.000) miles. In 9/04 (47,000 miles) I now have to repalce my rear differential.
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