2006 Dodge Durango: jerking or lurching

Filed Feb 9, 2017 · Engine · 105,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge durango. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked without warning. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

Filed May 3, 2016 · Transmission · 175,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge durango. While driving 50 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle jerked, attempted to shift into neutral, and failed to accelerate. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. An independent mechanic suggested that the failure could be due to a faulty transfer case. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 175,000.

Filed Aug 28, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 85,000 miles · WI

I have a 2006 dodge durango, bought it used about 4 years ago. About a year and half ago, approximately march of 2013, the vehicle started to stall while driving. It happened at all speeds and after it happening multiple times we figured out that it happened when it was wet/raining out. This is extremely scary and dangerous when going 70mph on the highway...to have your vehicle jerk numerous times and then completely shutoff (aka no power at all!). We have spent a few thousand dollars since spring of 2013 trying to fix the issue. We worked closely with our dealer to figure out the exact problem...figured out it was electrical (possibly when the windshield wiper are used...)but that was about as far as we got. Some of the things they found and/or fixed or replaced are as follows: wiring that was frayed, re-ground numerous wires, replaced a handful of sensors, resealed connections between electrical components and main module (as well as resealed the boxes themselves since water was found in them), replaced the electrical module ($2k), and replaced entire electrical box(which included having to re-wire)...found a used one since brand new would have been $1200! . I have recently seen that there was a petition to the government to investigate (and hopefully recall) vehicles that have situations similar to what I have described above but they reference vehicles manufactured 2007 and forward but our 2006 is having the same issues!! Since it has been to the dealer last (less than a month ago) we have not had the problem but there was a stretch over the winter where it didn't happen at all either so I am not convinced it is fixed...it seems the dealer mechanic is about out of ideas and so are we...

Filed Aug 27, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 107,000 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted as normal. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

Filed Jan 23, 2013 · Engine · 37,465 miles · AR

Repeat engine light alerts upon acceleration above 40 miles per hour. Engine light comes on and the truck engine misfires, it starts jerking and bumping. I've had to slow down in front of angry traffickers because I was afraid the engine would fail completely on the interstate. Twice in december 2011 within a weeks time, a coil was replaced and all 6 spark plugs, due to cracking and corrosion. Again in 2012, the truck began misfiring, and multiple coils are corroded, and again- all 6 spark plugs are as well. Upon research on the internet, I found a number of chat sites with angry dodge owners who have been alerted to the bulletin posted by company about the faulty cowl, which by poor design leaks water onto the engine. I am now faced with replacing all the cylinders, and replacing the faulty cowl with a newly designed cowl/ pins. Labor and parts could run into the thousands easily. Other issues I have faced since purchasing the vehicle second hand in september 2011 include wiring issues: headlamps fail, and horn honks when lights are turn on. Left turn signal signals right, and right turn signal does not work at all. Drivers power window intermittently stops functioning. Dome lamp will not turn off at times. This vehicle should be recalled immediately, and dodge is lowest on my list for my next vehicle purchase.

Filed Oct 4, 2012 · Engine · 84,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving at 65mph the vehicle stalled and jerk. The contact mentioned that the engine light illuminated after the failure occurred. The failure was experienced numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the engine solenoid sensor needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to repair the problem. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 84,000 and the current mileage was 94,789.

Filed Apr 18, 2008 · Electrical, Transmission · TX

Purchased 2006 dodge durango june, 2007 august, 2007-vehicle started violently jerking -engine light came on-was told it was the cam sensor. Instrument cluster also defective and replaced. Electrical problem, causing door locks to malfunction replaced. December 6, 2007, car jerking again-engine light came on - drove it to the dealership - was told it was the transmission- front pump and torque converter replaced. December 18, 2007 mileage not reading accurately-told that the instrument cluster that was installed in august was ?faulty?. Replaced again. January 2, 2008, vehicle violently jerking again- dying in the road, if over 40mph. Engine light on-dealer replaced the cam sensor. -very hesitant that my car was become a threat. February 22, 2008, vehicle jerking, then died on the road at 45mph -able to start it, drove to the dealer-was told it was the PCM. Pcm replaced -cam sensor also. Complained to chrysler, trying to get answers for this ?lemon?. Was told this time that they were 100% they fixed the problem. Dealer gave me written ?good will? Extended warranty on my vehicle for 5,000 extra miles. April 15, 2008. Traveling 45mph- car started violently jerking again and died in the middle of the highway. Power steering gone- struggled to veer of and slow down, losing control. This time, a bus was behind me and swerved, laid on the horn and avoided hitting me. Was able to make it to the shoulder of the road-called the dealership. Towed my car. Have had enough of this vehicle -will not put my family in danger one more time!!!! . Need to be free and clear of all financial responsibility of this car. Dealer now tells me that they are ?hard-wiring? The PCM directly to the cam sensor. They told me that there is a ?glitch? Within the wiring that they will simply bypass by putting in a direct connection, thus manipulating original wiring codes.. I will not put myself and 3 children in this situation again, and refuse to pick up my vehicle!

Filed Aug 26, 2007 · Transmission · WV

This is my second complaint. My 2006 durango seems to not want to change gears. It seems to do it more frequently when the air is on. However, it does it way too often when the air isn't on. It seems like a big jerk, and it takes it a minute to get into the gear. Especially when I try to speed up. It happens on short trips as well as on the interstate. It makes me feel like the transmission is about to fall out. I love my car. I have only had it a little over a year. However, if these problems continue, I will have no choice but to trade it. I have already had one recall on it for the instrument panel. I need to know if there is a recall on this problem . I have talked to other people who are having the same problems.

Filed Apr 4, 2007 · Steering · 1,800 miles · SC

Bought 06 durango in 02/07. I noticed during the following month how the vehicle pull to the left on the highway. After coming out of a right turn I noticed how the vehicle jerked to the left. While in park, I turned the wheel in either direction then let go. The wheel snapped back making an unusual sound which caused concern. Returned it to the dealer and was told the rack & pinion steering was defective. As of today 04-04-07, the vehicle is still in repair at the dealer. It's been two days. This is my third brand new dodge vehicle. I've had to take them all back for some type of recall or problem that quality control and the dealer missed. I'm upset and want to have this vehicle replaced or my money, trade in and other cost returned.

Filed Feb 22, 2007 · Brakes · 3,700 miles · VA

My 2006 dodge durango may not stop correctly at one specific intersection. The durango travels to the intersection to take kids to school or pick up from school. The route is traveled almost daily since january 3, 2007. On five occasions, the brakes did not function correctly. The road conditions are dry. The speed leading up to the intersection is 35 MPH or less. The force pressed on the brakes is moderate for a simple, controlled stop at an intersection. Instead of stopping normally, we hear the noise of a small motor. The brakes don't feel right and the car doesn't stop quickly. Then, the brakes appear to fail and the car proceeds forward with no brake resistance. The reaction of the driver is to release the brakes and then press very hard. The car does stop with a jerk. After 3800 miles, the behavior only happens at the one intersection. The last three occurrences happened on the same day. We cannot duplicate the problem on demand at the intersection or on any other road. With dry road conditions, the car stops just fine with moderate or even heavy brake pressure. On an asphalt road with loose gravel, I applied heavy pressure to the brakes. I heard a motor; the brakes felt weird; the brakes never gave up; the car stopped quickly as expected. Something is wrong with my car. We, the drivers, are too afraid to see what happens if we don't release the brakes. In each occurrence, failure of the brakes would have resulted in an accident. The first, unexpected occurrence almost did. The dealership will not attempt any action on my car since they cannot duplicate the problem at the intersection or anywhere else.