Hello yesterday I left work wasn't in my truck for 5 minutes and it started smoking white smoke came out and I seen antifreeze spray everywhere I don't know if the engine locked on me or the head gasket is blown either way what can I do about this also before this happened when it rains my truck will spin it scared the hell out of me when I was driving to work but this only happens when it rains the tires look good
2003 Dodge Durango: fire, smoke or burning smell
8 of the 339 complaints about the 2003 Dodge Durango describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 42,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
Reporting crash and resulting fire of vehicle for safety investigation. Please inquire of oakland county sheriff for additional information the crash occurred on m-24, near oakwood rd., at 12:17 a.m. According to an information sheet released by the oakland county sheriff's office, a 2006 chevrolet impala, driven by a 28-year-old sandusky, michigan woman, was headed south in the northbound lanes of m-24 when it hit a 2003 dodge durango. The durango was driven by a 19-year-old oxford township woman. 'alcohol use by the driver of the chevrolet is believed to be a factor in this crash,' the information sheet stated. 'a search warrant for blood was obtained and results are pending.' following the impact, the durango flipped onto its side and caught fire, however, two citizens were able to extricate the driver from the vehicle, according to the sheriff's office
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. The contact stated that while sitting in the parked vehicle, the vehicle caught on fire from under the hood. The contact was able to extinguish the fire and drive the vehicle home. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
Repeated failure/burning of blower motor resistor and connector. Potential for electrical fire under the dash on passenger side. Have had burning smell and smoke from this.
Tl*- the contact stated that after driving the 2003 dodge durango with 34000 failure mileage a short distance she parked the vehicle for approximately 15 minutes, then returned to the vehicle, opened the driver's side door, and noticed that the driver's seat was on fire. The entire vehicle became engulfed in flames. The vehicle was destroyed.
My wife had our 2003 durango in to the local dodge dealer for service one morning a few weeks ago, since it would not come out of 4 wheel drive and was steering funny and vibrating/clunking. They told her it was still under waranty and a part would have to be ordered (transfer module) for the control of it but it was ok to drive till it came in and could be replaced. None were available and cleveland showeded them on back-order. My wife drove to oil city, pa to pick up parts for me and it caught fire on the way ( she had talked to the dealer a few minutes earlier on her cell phone as the problem was getting worse and they assured her it was ok). She had to pull over and call 911. The fire and police were quick in responding and the fire was put out after a total loss of the vehicle. Now the dealer won't do anything about it. My wife could have easily been killed.
Have a 2003 dodge durango. Was driving down the highway when it sounded like something fell off the car the car was immediately pulled over and there were flames coming from under the engine. The car quickly became total engulfed in flames and burned up. The car is a 100% lose.
While driving at 60 MPH the vehicle stalled and jerked. Another motorist informed the consumer that the vehicle was on fire. The consumer exited the vehicle, and watched the engine compartment become engulfed in flames. The fire was extinguished with no injuries. The dealer informed the consumer that engine threw a rod, and it punctured the oil pan. *ak the engine was replaced.
Service bulletins that may apply
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
Questions about the 2003 Dodge Durango fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 2003 Dodge Durango?
8 of 339 owner complaints about the 2003 Dodge Durango (2%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 2011.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Dodge Durango?
There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 Dodge Durango
Ball joint 66Headlights 43Stalling 18Wipers 17Check engine light 12Grinding brakes 9No deployment 7Door locks 7Harsh shifting 7Pulling 7Engine failure 6Key fob 5Overheating 5Tire blowout 5Won't start 5
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