2011 Dodge Durango: loss of power steering

Filed Mar 16, 2020 · 125,443 miles · IN

My fianc and I were headed to his parents house and when my fianc started to go left towards our turn and the durango just died. Lights and everything were still on but no steering, luckily there were no other vehicles around as it could have caused an accident. Once he got the durango stopped he put it in park pushed the start hitting and it started up just fine. Can this be related to the fuel pump recall?

Filed Oct 28, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 108,000 miles · WA

In the last month including today 10/28/2019 the vehicle shut off abruptly in motion lost power steering and power brakes all interior accessories lights and gauges remained on no acceleration vehicle had to be stopped put in park and re started afterwards everything seemed fine no check engine light no warnings nothing we will be trading it in as we feel it is unsafe to drive with our children

Filed Jun 6, 2019 · Engine, Steering · TX

This problem has happened multiple times already not everyday but I would say at least 4-5 times a year. We are driving just normal down the highway and vehicle shuts off we have no steering lose all power have to come to a stop and restart vehicle. The most recent time this has happened luckily we were at a stop light and engine just shut off. We have taken it to a mechanic put his scan tool on it nothing came up. Battery is brand new has been tested alternator test good. Mechanic suggested computer problem. This is a safety hazard dodge needs to look into.

Filed Apr 26, 2019 · Fuel system, Steering · 80,000 miles · IN

2014 recall on this vehicle 14v‑530 p54 was addressed according to chrysler, but we keep on having the same problem with car shutting off while driving subsequently shutting off power steering assist making steering almost impossible, we have been in real dangerous situations twice now, chrysler does not further want to address this issue.

Filed Oct 10, 2018 · Electrical · 170,000 miles · TX

While driving my 2011 dodge durango about 45 MPH, my battery lite came on, within a matter of approx 2 minutes, all of the dash lights came on and were blinking and alarming, my windshield wipers came on, my AC turned off, my fasten seaght belt lights came on and alarmed and then suddenly the car lost power and power steering went out and I quickly tried to hanover the car to the side of the road onto incoming traffic. At the same time the brakes went out then the entire dash/panel went out as well as my headlights. This was 6 am and it was dark outside. I got over the intersection and was able to turn the vehicle and was able to drive down the road and get off the busy street. I then had to wait till the car stopped on its own as the brakes did not work. Also no headlights. I tried to turn on emergency flashers and the would not go on. I put the car in park and got out as I could smell burning of what I thought was electrical wires. I had to have it towed to the dealer. I could not even lock the car as the key fob did not work. It is at the dealer now and I am waiting for a diagnosis. The incident was very disturbing and unsafe as I had no control over the car. Luckily due to the time of day, there was little oncoming traffic and I had not entered the freeway yet.

Filed May 14, 2018 · Fuel system · 90,000 miles · WI

Driving down road. Went to make a left turn and vehicle shut off. No power. No power steering. Managed to pull onto shoulder and restart. Was told there is a recall on this but my vehicle was not manufactured in the proper month for this recall. Very dangerous. Has happened multiple times now

Filed Mar 16, 2018 · Steering · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge durango. The contact stated that there was a premature leak due to the power steering lines that had fractured. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the power steering lines needed to be replaced. The dealer (bob brady auto mall, 4025 e boyd rd, decatur, il 62521, (217) 876-3800) was contacted to order the part. The manufacturer issued one tsb for the eps, but there was no steering recall. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Aug 15, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 78,000 miles · TX

Driving home from a family trip 220 miles away my 2011 durango dash lights and gages went haywire flickering on and off, windows would not roll down, AC went out but heat was blowing, loud high pitch sound came from the engine, radio went out, wipers going on full speed and could not turn them off. Finally we lost power steering, parked and the car shook bad as we turned it off. Went to turn on and nothing it wouldn't start. Aaa came out said alternator was toast, replaced that then it said battery was dead,( couldnt even get the vehicle in neutral to tow), so replaced that. Was able to drive for about 3 miles and it started all over again but this time a bad smell (burning smell) came from under the passengers seat, battery was making a sound and was extremely hot! I had my 3 little kids in the car with me and this thing could have blown so we had it towed! It has 79000 miles on it, never had an issue, and just had the recall done about 2 weeks prior that supposedly prevents this! The dealership has it now. Ive just dumped $700+ and it didnt even fix it! This could have caused a serious accident for my family and others or worse caught on fire with us in it! This was my first dodge and will be my last especially if dodge does nothing to fix this!

Filed May 11, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 160,000 miles · AR

Faulty vehicle 180 amp alternator caused a very dangerous situation for me and my passenger and other vehicles driving behind me that required a sheriff to keep other vehicles from wrecking while trying control the vehicle while driving. The dashboard and all eletrical functions started going haywire all at the same time when driving on a very winding curvy busy back road, lost steering controll, all message center lights flashing and wipers going all at the same time hot air blowing through AC vents, then vehicle abruptly stops while smoking acting as it seemed to be over heated or something burning. Had to manually get doors unlocked to get out of vehicle quickly before another vehicle would hit us. Vehicle key stayed stuck in the ignition and vehicle could not be started or placed in reverse or neutral to push the vehicle to safety to make sure other drivers would not crash where the vehicle abruptly stopped, this happend while vehicle was running with no warning signs prior to happening. How can dodge only recall 2011 160 amp alternators and not the 2011 180 amp alternators that are clearly putting the customers and others lives in danger for the same issues. This needs to be recalled and repaired. This faulty alternator issue is causing damage to all 2011 dodge durango and costing drivers to almost be in serious accidents and lots of money for repairs. When purchasing vehicles we are trusting that they are safe

Filed Mar 6, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 56,213 miles · WI

I was driving in the city on a very busy street when the car made a weird siren noise; then my seatbelt lights went off, my park assist started flashing, my traction control other lights were flashing, the radio flashed off and on, then went out. Then my wipers went on, and then I lost power steering, brakes were not working, and the car slowly died. My hazards didn't even work, so I almost caused an accident. My car died in the middle of a very busy street and I had no hazards to warn anyone! A very scary situation to have especially with your 12-year-old daughter in the car.

Filed Dec 15, 2016 · Electrical · 104,295 miles · WA

While driving on the highway at 50mph all interior lights started flashing and the heating system turned on unexpectedly. Approximately 1 minute later the car shut off completely. I lost power steering and brakes. I was able to coast the vehicle to a turn lane where the battery completely died so I was not able to turn on my hazard lights. Several vehicles almost collided with my vehicle while I waited for a tow truck. I was towed to the dealer where it was found that my 180 amp alternator (not covered under the other alternator recall) failed which damaged the serpentine belt, idler, and tensioner pulleys, battery, and PCM. All these components needed to be replaced which added up to $2400.

Filed Dec 12, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 87,000 miles · MA

This is the 3rd time since august 2016- so 3 to 4 months timeframe- my dodge durango has died on me while driving. This means a complete loss of steering, lights, power, the vehicle is completely dead. This is a safety issue. I can barely make it to the side of the road without crashing. An investigation needs to be opened up regarding this. They have recalls against the alternator but are not honoring them.