Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. The contact stated that the automatic key fob failed and all of the interiors warning lamps were illuminated. In addition, the contact mentioned that the all of the gauges were providing erroneous readings. The head lights had also failed. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the central timing module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 02v322000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 104,230.
2003 Dodge Durango: key fob or push-button start problems
5 of the 339 complaints about the 2003 Dodge Durango describe key fob or push-button start problems.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 98,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Key fob or push-button start problems by model year
What owners say
1. The headlights, parklights, foglights, interior lights, door lock switch, 4wd, key fob, or intermediate wipers would not work at all. Luckily the vehicle was at a low speed and not in motion on a highway when the incident took place. 2. It only occurred one time, but what if I had been driving on the roadway. 3. The central timer module (ctm) was replaced.
First the key fobs stopped unlocking the doors then the lights stopped working was told that the central timer module was defective and that the dealer would replace. Chrysler denies there is a problem with this module.
First the key fobs stopped unlocking the doors then the lights stopped working was told that the central timer module was defective and that the dealer would replace. Chrysler denies there is a problem with this module.
While driving the vehicle will switch into four wheel low. The indicator light flashes as if it is in four low. The last time we were traveling 35 miles per hour and it happened. I've read about the variety of electrical problems and believe this is one more. The key fobs quit working and we had a strange "p d one" message flash on the odometer. It has been to the dealer three separate times and they have told us we were switching the knob. They won't believe us because they can't make it happen. This, along with the transmission and other electrical complaints make me think these are very unsafe vehicles to be on the road.
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 key fob
Is key fob or push-button start problems a common problem on the 2003 Dodge Durango?
5 of 339 owner complaints about the 2003 Dodge Durango (1%) mention key fob or push-button start problems. 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 9Fire or smoke 8No deployment 7Door locks 7Harsh shifting 7Pulling 7Engine failure 6Overheating 5Tire blowout 5Won't start 5
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