2013 Dodge Durango: engine failure

Filed Oct 27, 2025 · Electrical · PA

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact was informed that the vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V813000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), but the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the RPM fell to zero. In addition, the engine stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle still functioned; however, the engine failed to operate as designed. The contact stated that the failure persisted. Occasionally, the contact was able to coast to the side of the roadway, and at other times the vehicle remained in the roadway. After several attempts, the vehicle restarted. The contact was able to continue driving; however, the failure occurred a short distance later. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jun 6, 2024 · Electrical · 140,000 miles · CO

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel flickered. The Blind Spot Detection and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The display screen showed a distorted image while the radio malfunctioned. The contact then detected a burning odor and noticed smoke coming from the air vents and underneath the hood. The contact pulled over, and the vehicle inadvertently turned off. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the residence. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle at the residence and replaced the alternator and battery. The vehicle was turned on, but the engine failed to start. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V435000 (Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Jun 7, 2021 · Electrical · 69,000 miles · NY · crash · 1 injury

The contact owned a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated her husband was attempting to start the ignition but it was a "hard start". The driver started the following day while driving 25 mph when the vehicle and the steering wheel seized. The driver stated he lost control of the vehicle and it steered to the right and crashed into multiple parked vehicles. The driver stated no warning light was illuminated. The driver stated both front driver and passenger side airbags deployed. The driver stated he had minor injuries on his right side shoulder and elbow but did not seek medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was deemed total by the insurance company. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed. A dealer was not contacted. The VIN was associated with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V813000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000. * (RECALL RELATED INCIDENT) TS

Filed Nov 20, 2019 · Engine · 227,118 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge durango. While the contact was having an emissions test performed on the vehicle, he was informed that the check engine indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to courtesy chrysler dodge jeep ram (1890 dogwood dr se, conyers, ga 30013, (678) 210-2489) where it was diagnosed that the evap vacuum seal failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but an oil leak occurred afterwards. The contact attempted to take the vehicle back to the dealer, but was unable to have the vehicle repaired. The contact also mentioned that while driving various speeds, the vehicle lost power and seized without warning. The vehicle was taken to ginn chrysler jeep dodge (5190 us-278, covington, ga 30014, (770) 679-2202) where it was diagnosed that the oil filter was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and informed the contact to call the federal safety agency to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 227,118.

Filed May 13, 2019 · Engine · 90,388 miles · FL

Rocker arms ticking sound and engine failure

Filed Oct 28, 2018 · Engine · 100,604 miles · IN

2013 dodge durango r/t with over 100k miles september 21, 2018 vehicle was taken to a mechanic to find the source of the check engine light and ticking in the engine. The ticking was present when the vehicle was idling or driving. The check engine light came on when driving down the interstate. Two mechanics, a new engine, and $8,649 later the following issues were found with the original stock engine: "found lifter roller locked up and damage lobe on camshaft' and 'metal in the oil pan'. After much research it has been found that locked up lifters are taking chunks out of the camshaft, and the pieces of metal that are knocked off are going into the engine. This is a very serious problem that could result in complete engine failure. Dodge needs to be held accountable for the defective parts.

Filed Jun 29, 2017 · Electrical · NM

June 4 2017while driving my 2013 dodge durango 55200 miles we experienced 100%electrical failure that caused the vehicle to shut down while operating on a city street.. Engine failure, loss of brakes, cooling system and radio shirt off and wipers came on as vehicle died. Smoke entered the cabin and we were unable to operate windows and door locks. Our toddlers were in the 2nd and 3rd row seating. We had to climb over the front seats to get the kids out safely. The 180 amp alternator failed exactly as the 160 amps safety recall have been recalled. The alternator melted and melted the connector cable and damaged the battery and PCM. We contacted fca and the refused to apply the 160 amp safety recall to our vehicle

Filed Oct 29, 2014 · Brakes, Steering · 50,024 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge durango. While driving 10 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the windshield wipers activated independently. The contact also stated that the brake pedal seized and there was a burning odor. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the alternator and the transmission needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,024. Updated 12/9/14*cn the power train module failed and was replaced by the dealer. Updated 01/08/15