The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the battery had been replaced after being drained due to an unknown electrical failure. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the alarm would inadvertently sound while the vehicle was turned off. Additionally, the lights would flash on and off intermittently. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle would only restart while in Neutral. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be an out of pocket expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
2003 Dodge Durango electrical problems
57 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 98,000.
- owner complaints
- 57
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 98,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Instrument cluster/panel4
- Ignition: switch2
- Wiring1
- Ignition1
- Horn1
- Alternator/generator/regulator1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Dodge Durango electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2003 Dodge Durango electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with front bench seats only, if fluid is spilled from the floor mounted cup holder, an unused console power outlet connector located under the seat may become contaminated.
- Risk
- This may allow development of a high resistive short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the console wiring connector for corrosion, clean as required, and install a cap to prevent additional fluid from contaminating the connector free of charge. The recall began on october 30, 2006. Owners may contact daimler chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 06V339000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Vehicle under-seat fire
Daimlerchrylser corporation (dcc) will recall 35,103 my 2001-2003 dodge durango vehicles equipped with front bench seats (recall # 06v339, see defect report for details).the subject vehicles are equipped with either front bucket seats or a 40-20-40 split front bench seat.vehicles equipped with front bench seat contain an uncapped, unused connector located under the front edge of the seat.the connector provides power to the center console power outlet for vehicles with bucket seats, but it is unused in vehicles equipped with bench seats.the connector is located rearward of the cup holder on the tunnel for vehicles equipped with the bench seat.this connector contains a fused b+ circuit wire (that is continuously powered with the key off) and a ground wire. Dcc determined that if liquid is spilled from the cup holder onto the tunnel, the uncapped connector may become contaminated.this contamination may allow development of a high resistance short circuit in the connector, causing localized heating, which could eventually lead to a fire.dcc will inspect the uncapped connector for corrosion, clean as required, and install a cap to prevent liquid contamination.all of the reported under-seat fires were on subject vehicles with a 40-20-40 bench seat.this investigation is closed.
EA06011
Fire under the driver's seat
Odi is aware of 10 reports alleging that a fire originates underneath the driver's seat.six of thefires occurred while the vehicle was parked with the ignition switch turned off (key not in the ignition).the subject vehicles are equipped with manual seats. This investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis, (ea06-011), to allow further investigation of the issue.
PE06008
What 2003 Dodge Durango owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle shut-off without warning. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was towed back to the residence. The local dealer st. Louis auto sales located at 2727 delmar blvd, st. Louis, mo 63103, was contacted. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 226,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. The contact stated that the headlights and instrument panel lighting flickered on and off. The vehicle was taken to desert 215 superstore (8030 rafael rivera way, las vegas, nv, (702) 963-8000) where it was diagnosed that the body module compartment needed replacement; however, the part was no longer manufactured. The dealer stated that the part could be purchased online and they would be able to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
This issue happens randomly: vehicle is parked: power door locks do not work you have to manually unlock all doors, vehicles starts fine but "service 4x4" appears on the cluster, all dome lights stay on, cluster lights (gage's etc.) do not light up, no exterior lights work (I.e headlights, parking lights, brake and so on). Vehicle will not return to normal state until I disconnect the battery and reconnect. It has happened multiple times on different days. Sometimes it will happen within a day of each instant, other times it will go a month and then do it again.
"takata recall"on january 2017 my 2003 dodge durango. Became a blaze under my carport. Attach to my home. Causing a total loss to my home and vehicle. I purchased my vehicle april of 2003 brand new. At liberty chrysler dogge jeep. In hinesville georgia. This happened at approximately 1:25 a.m. On the morning of january 27th. The vehicle had not been droven since a promptly 9 the night before. After the fight ilearn that there was a recall on the year of this vehicle. This is the recall# 06v339000. I was never made aware of this recall by mail or phone.
Rear air dont work from heat to cold . Turn head lights on the parks lights dont work
Chief complaint: purchased vehicle used with approx. 30,000 miles on it. Have been experiencing engine/electrical issues which require me to change spark plugs and engine coils about every 50,000 miles. I have done this three time in the last six years costing me about 900+ each visit. I have taken it to several different mechanics for opinions. I recently started getting misfiring again. Repaired again one at a time as well as some spontaneous occurrences that were very frightening. For example: wind shield wipers going crazy, lights blinking, doors locking and unlocking, windows rolling them selves down at night, horn blaring when turning on head lights, and the best one random small acceleration while driving. I have been told I have a faulty tipm. The dealership will not take any responsibility for this vehicle due to it being on year out of the documented recall year. This is very dangerous. Something should be made right.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the headlamp flickered on and off. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the central timer module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v322000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 104,000.
Wife started the truck this morning and had the windshield wipers going and turned on the headlights before backing up. The headlights started flashing and interior lights along with the lights in the dash were all flashing and going crazy. I had my wife turn off the windshield wipers and returned to normal. Research on all the forums says its the "ctm" central timer module. I called the dealership and was told it would cost $520. Just for the part and that didn't include any labor. This is a known issue and some models do have a recall for this very thing but my VIN was excluded.
Since purchasing this vehicle new it has had major electrical issues. The sad part, nobody at dodge cared. It would shift into 4wd low at dangerous speeds. After taking to several dodge dealers none could or would fix it. Dodge themselves basically laughed at ripping off yet another customer. Nhtsb has totally ignored the thousands of consumers with issues on these vehicles. Ours is another that have the pulsating lights problem that apparently the federal safety agency and dodge feel it isn't an issue to have your lights turn off while driving in traffic at 70 MPH. Apparently in the automotive/govt. Relationship as long as the vehicle hasn't killed all of us yet everything is okay. At least the dodge dealers are doing well. They've raked in more cash by denying the issue and throwing expensive parts at these lemons. My question is this: if these vehicles have had a recall on :"specific" VIN's yet thousands of others have the same issue how does the federal safety agency justify leaving those consumers without help or protection?
Questions about the 2003 Dodge Durango electrical
Does the 2003 Dodge Durango have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 57 complaints about the electrical of the 2003 Dodge Durango, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2003 Dodge Durango electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 98,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Dodge Durango electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V339000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Durango have the most electrical problems?
The Dodge Durango model years with the most electrical complaints are 2011 (514 complaints), 2012 (347 complaints) and 2013 (290 complaints).
Other 2003 Dodge Durango problems
Suspension 91Engine 52Lights 39Brakes 33Transmission 24Visibility 24Steering 20Airbags 16Tires 16Wheels 14Seats 10Locks 9Seat belts 8Acceleration 7Fuel system 7Body 6Driver assistance 3
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