1999 Dodge Durango: complete transmission failure

Filed Mar 27, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · 130,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, she attempted to make a turn and the vehicle independently wandered out of the lane. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and continue driving. The failure recurred whenever the contact was traveling in rainy weather. A certified mechanic inspected the vehicle however, the diagnosis was not provided to the contact. In addition, the transmission failed to shift out of gear properly. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 01/09/15*lj the consumer stated the PCM was replaced and the transmission shifts. Driving in the rain proved to hazardous especially when braking or turning. Updated 6/2/2015

Filed Feb 28, 2008 · Transmission · 107,000 miles · NJ · fire

While driving at 65 MPH heard a loud noise and smoke coming from under the SUV with loss of speed. Pulled over and saw a fire. I put it our and had the truck towed. Upon returning home and inspecting the transmission it was split all the way around and was spraying transmission fluid on the exhaust. Transmission was replaced and new dodge transmission lasted 7 months and lost reverse.

Filed Mar 23, 2007 · Transmission · 129,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge durango. At 30 MPH the gear shift malfunctioned and the contact was unable to shift gears. Once the contact's foot was removed from the accelerator pedal the vehicle began to shift gears properly. The mechanic stated that a new transmission was needed. The failure mileage was 129000.

Filed Jun 14, 2005 · Transmission · 67,980 miles · IN

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

Filed May 19, 2005 · Seat belts, Transmission · 107,900 miles · NY · crash

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.

Filed Apr 21, 2005 · Suspension, Transmission · MO

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.

Filed Dec 30, 2004 · Transmission · 75,000 miles · CA

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.

Filed Jul 22, 2004 · Suspension, Transmission · 60,000 miles · UT

While turning corners, the consumer heard a knocking and grinding sound coming from the front end. The dealer found that the ball joints were worn and the transmission need to be replaced.

Filed Jul 7, 2004 · Suspension, Transmission · 50,000 miles · DC

Complaint regarding the ball joints on a 1999 dodge durango.*mr the vehicles transmission was replaced at 50000 miles. Now the vehicle ball joints are failing prematurely. The consumer would like to know how long it will take to recall this problem.

Filed Mar 18, 2004 · Suspension, Transmission · 44,000 miles · LA

While driving at 35 MPH consumer heard a rattling sound coming from the front end. Vehicle was taken to a independent mechanic who determined that upper and lower ball joints were worn out on both sides. Also, consumer heard a clanking sound coming from the engine. Dealer examined the vehicle, and found that a new transmission was needed.

Filed Mar 9, 2004 · Suspension, Transmission · 50,000 miles · MO

I had to replace the upper ball joints (both sides) on my 99 durango when it had @ 50,000 miles. Brand new set of tires was wearing on the inside, took it to a mechanic and he said the ball joints were so bad he would not drive it across town. Replaced both ball joints and replaced tires. Then on feb. 20,2004 with 93,000 miles on it the transmission went out. Spent $600.00 on ball joints, $350.00 on tires, and $3,200 on a transmission.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Transmission, Visibility · 55,000 miles · UT

Transmission went out suddenly. We noticed it making a whining noise when shifted into reverse. This stopped when shifted into drive. After approx. Two days the noise stayed in drive. Changed the fan belt and checked other minor things. Read manuals and suspected trans trouble, took it in and it needed to be rebuilt. The pan was filled with pieces of metal. We also had to have the left upper ball joint replaced at 55,548 miles, this was going on a long time and caused significant tire wear.