2004 Dodge Durango seat belts problems

Filed Jun 9, 2012 · Seat belts · 102,000 miles · MN

The seat belt fastener fell apart. Plastic casing separated and components that lock seat belt into fastener fell out. This is in the third row which is used rarely. Quick search online shows that this seems to be a frequent problem that has not been addressed by a recall. Considering the back seat (third row) is primarily for children given the limited leg room it is especially concerning.

Filed Jan 27, 2012 · Seat belts · 85,543 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated the driver side seat belt failed to unlock and was cut in order to exit the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 85,543 and the current mileage was 85,553.

Filed Nov 19, 2009 · Electrical, Seat belts · 70,000 miles · MA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. In september 2009 she noticed smoke coming from the electrical instrument panel. A local mechanic stated that the failure was caused by plastic within the cluster panel. The dealer stated that the failure was repaired per recall 07v092000 electrical system: instrument panel; however, when the vehicle was towed to the dealer they found that the recall was not repaired. After the dealer repaired the instrument cluster the horn and seat belt failed to operate normally. The dealer stated that failure was not caused by the recall repair; therefore, they are not responsible. The failure and the current mileage were not available. Updated 12/30/09 *cn also when the consumer unlocked the vehicle manually, the alarm goes off and will not stop. Updated 12/30/09

Filed Aug 19, 2009 · Seat belts · 64,000 miles · TN

The outboard position seatbelt systems in the middle seat has the plastic latch cover missing. The metal of the latch is the only remaining part of both outboard latches. This was noticed when I went to install a child restraint in the vehicle. I have spoken to other owners who have had the same issue.

Filed Dec 1, 2008 · Seat belts · 62,200 miles · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. While the contact was installing the child seat in the vehicle, the seat belt latch plate cracked. The child seat could not be installed. She stated that this was the third seat belt to fail in the same manner. The first repair was made under warranty. The second repair was paid for by the manufacturer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the part for the repair was ordered. The manufacturer stated that the seat belt would be repaired for free because it was a safety issue. The failure mileage was 62,200 and current mileage was 62,223. Updated 12/17/08. *lj updated 12/18/08.

Filed Jul 27, 2007 · Seat belts · 60,000 miles · KY · 1 injury

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. While the contact's son was sitting in the center of the middle row seats, the seat belt began to tighten around his stomach. He suffered bruising and whelps on his stomach. Every time her son moved, the seat belt grew tighter. The contact stated that the release button failed to release the seat belt and she had to cut the seat belt to free her child. She contacted a dodge dealer in her area, but they could not explain the failure. The number of cylinders, engine size, and a valid VIN were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 60,000.

Filed Sep 8, 2006 · Seat belts · 18,000 miles · PA

Dt*: the contact stated the seat belts in rear had a plastic piece in the belt buckle that fractured. The dealer determined the broken piece was cosmetic and was not a safety defect but the contact disagreed. Updated 11/9/2006 -

Filed Mar 5, 2006 · Seat belts · TX

I have a 2004 dodge durango slt from the beginning to present I have replaced the seat belt cover a whopping "4" times and have to do it again. It is made of plastic including the hooks on the back so everytime the seat belt taps on it just right it snaps the plastic brackets on the back and off it falls. I have also had to replace the stereo and am about to do it again. It sounds like it is trying to feed the cd. When you shut the front passenger door, it stops.

Filed Jan 12, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · 12,000 miles · PA

Dt: the contact stated while driving at normal highway speeds the vehicle stalled without warning. When the stalling occurred the vehicle lost power. The first time this happened the vehicle was taken to the dealership for diagnostic testing. The dealer flashed the computer, and determined this would fix the problem. The vehicle operated normally for one and half months. The stalling returned suddenly without warning , and the vehicle was returned to the dealer a second time. The dealer determined the computer was bad , and it was replaced. Again the vehicle operated normally for two to three months, then the stalling returned the vehicle was taken back to the dealer a third time. This time the dealer determined the egr valve was stuck . Also, there was a short to the ground on the engine. The vehicle had the same type problems once again. Also, dealer replaced seat belt anchorage.

Filed Nov 2, 2005 · Airbags, Seat belts · 33,000 miles · TN · crash · 1 injury

I had a wreck in my 2004 dodge durango 10/27/05. My airbag did not deploy nor did my shoulder restraint keep me from hitting the steering column.