2002 Dodge Durango: windshield wiper failure

Filed Jan 27, 2015 · Transmission · 83,117 miles · FL

Beginning in april 2012 it was extremely hard to get gear shift out of park you had to attempt this several times this occurred every so often there was no significant routine. We took this to dodge in gainesville several different trips and it would not repeat the problem for them. Starting around december of 2014 the vehicle would come out of park all by itself while parked and with the vehicle off then we would have trouble getting the key out or the vehicle back into park. This happens constantly and we are now scared to drive it. I called chrysler and they said there was a recall of this nature but not on my vehicle. I find this hard to accept considering it is doing the exact same failure of other durango's from this manufacture date. Please respond and let me know if I should junk my only vehicle or get a second mortgage to have repaired. On a second request I also had a windshield wiper motor replaced and was charged apparently there was a recall on that but gainesville dodge doesn't cover recalls ? Is this normal or are the dishonest.

Filed May 16, 2011 · Electrical · 107,305 miles · FL

Tl*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.

Filed Mar 6, 2010 · Electrical · 64,236 miles · CA

Exterior lights, interior lights, wipers, alarm and fab stopped working. The car would start, the turn signals would work. It just stopped working all of a sudden. Dealership found nothing wrong and said the computer had reset it self. Now it is doing it again. Has happened twice. Good thing it wasn't at night. Have to take it back in.

Filed Jun 24, 2009 · Electrical · 71,000 miles · NJ

Rear windshield wiper runs on and on and on....then shuts off, then will go on again even if you use fob to unlock doors! Headlights now don't go on when desired, or will stay on even after you turn car off. Found that others with this year & model durango have similar problems. Issue is ctm (central timer module) which should be replaced and not by the consumer so very often - but could cause hazardous driving conditions if it goes when you need to use the lights.

Filed Mar 9, 2009 · Electrical · 85,000 miles · CA

This past week (march 1, 2009) as my family and I were driving towards our family vacation, my 2002 durango started to make some strange noises and actions. My wipers began to activate and would not stop, my panel lights flickered on/off making some clicking sounds. All this occurred while I was driving. When I got a chance, I turn off the car and restarted it. It stopped the wipers from being on but it also stopped my electric windows, exterior lights, interior lights, wipers, alarm and fab from working. The car would start, the turn signals would work but all previously mentioned items would not work. When I arrived to my destination, my friends and I looked and tested some fuses to no avail. The next day we continue to test fuses and modules and noticed that by tapping a module box next to the left driver doors and adjacent to the brake would make the interior lights on/off. I purchased the part called the 'time and theft module part no. 56049073ak. The part was ordered from the dealer, we replaced it and it seemed to have solved the problem. Now the inconvenience was to have the key fab reprogrammed so that it can lock/unlock the doors and activate the security alarm. This was another cost that can only be done at the dealer. The purpose of this complaint is so that other dodge durango owners and the federal safety agency can see if this should be a recall and find out if any other drivers have had similar problems. Again, my concern is that lights went out, wipers intermittently on/off, etc. If at night, I assure you that my frustration would have been much higher.

Filed Jun 12, 2008 · Electrical · 47,251 miles · VA

Problem started with the headlights flashing randomly, dash and interior lights flashing in sequence with headlights. Duration of lights being out increases the longer they are on. I was lucky I only had a few blocks to drive to get of the road. The next day the door locks, horn, and wipers stopped working also. Having headlights suddenly go out while driving could be a real safety issue. It appears the problem is the body module, which must be installed by a dealer and programmed.

Filed Feb 20, 2008 · Steering, Suspension · 99,930 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge durango. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle rattled, shook, and veered left and right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair and they stated that the tie rod assembly failed. The repairs cost $2,690.47; however, the warranty did not cover all of the repair work. The current mileage was 99,961 and failure mileage was 99,930. Updated 03-11-08 *bf the upper ball joints were noisy, the shocks were leaking oil, the power steering lines were leaking. The rear wiper motor failed, the front pinion seal was leaking. The power steering rack and pinion had an internal failure. Updated

Filed May 31, 2005 · Electrical · 54,200 miles · WV

The central timer module started malfunctioning for no apparent reason. Headlights, parking lights, interior lights, windshield wipers, 4-wheel drive and other electric accessories stop working while driving vehicle. This happens with no warning. Disconnecting battery fixes these problems temporarily, but ignition chime goes off continuously while driving until all of the above accessories stop working altogether. Vehicle is past basic warranty, so dealer refuses to pay for the module.

Filed Mar 7, 2005 · Electrical · 33,000 miles · OH

Intermittently the electronic system would cause the electrical system to come on or go out by it self (headlight power door locks, windshield wipers, headlights, etc) or cause the SUV truck to stall completely. The truck has been to the dealer. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.

Filed Nov 8, 2004 · Engine · 26,000 miles · NJ

Truck stalled any time anywhere. On highway at speed, in intersections, wherever. Its a miracle no one has been hurt. This all started at approx 26,000 miles. Been to 2 service depts and no one can fix it. This is not to mention the many other visits to the dealer for items such as wipers, cruise control, radios, door locks, and much more. I'm done !!!!!

Filed Sep 13, 2004 · Visibility · 30,000 miles · VA

Consumer received a recall notice for windshield wipers. However, parts needed to repair the vehicle were on national back order. Also, there was no date as to when the parts needed will become available.

Filed Aug 27, 2004 · Suspension · 45,500 miles · IL

Visited your website to check on reports because we have a 2002 durango r/t which is ommiting a small constant sqeaking noise from both sides at the front of the vehicle and am horrified to read about the problems people have been having with ball joints. I am extremely worried now and want to know if I can get the dealers anything about it at no cost to me or if it is still at the stage where it has not been acknowledged by them and will not be until somebody dies as usual. The issue with the wiper motor I presume I can make an appointment with a local dealer and have this changed free of charge. I look forward to your reply, many thanks neill griffin .