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2014 Dodge Durango: key fob or push-button start problems

6 of the 787 complaints about the 2014 Dodge Durango describe key fob or push-button start problems.

owner complaints
6
of this car's complaints
1%
typical mileage
26,420
recalls
5
Is there a fix? There are 5 recalls and 79 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Key fob or push-button start problems by model year

What owners say

Filed Jun 5, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 30,000 miles · PA

The rear sensor beeps non stop even though there is nothing behind it. I took it to the dealer and they said that they couldn't diagnose it even though I sent them a video to show them what I had been dealing with. I have also been dealing with the key fob, every time I go to lock my car it beeps once to lock and after the first beep it beeps 3 times and then unlocks my car. When the car is on and I go to open the driver side door, even with the key in the car, the car beeps and tells me the key fob is not in the vehicle. The race track light was beginning to fog up and with time we started to notice that it was filling up with moisture. It filled up to about and 1" and we managed to release the water but part of the race track light is burned out now. I still have the warranty but the dealer said that those lights are not covered and the pricing would range from $1000-$1200 to fix.

Filed Mar 22, 2018 · Electrical, Locks · 59,000 miles · AK

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge durango. While attempting to enter the vehicle, the door failed to unlock. The contact stated that the key fob was in close proximity to the door, but it failed to unlock. The contact informed the police of the failure and a crowbar had to be used to open the door. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.

Filed Sep 21, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 26,420 miles · UT

While driving the alert chime indicated that the key fob was not in range. Then the vehicle shut off. The key fob was in the cup holder. The vehicle was in the drive position. I had to stop. Put vehicle in park, restart the vehicle and then put in drive and continue driving. This is the first time that has happened.

Filed Aug 25, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 6,000 miles · MO

Anti-theft system activated upon exiting vehicle and key fob became desensed due to rf interference in area. Dash display indicated that "key fob not recognized". Car has keyless start button and could not be started. All functions on key fob were not operational. Roadside towing assistance had to be requested.

Filed Aug 23, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 100 miles · NY

December 23, 2013 -monday ? We return our new car to chrysler service because memory for heated seats and steering wheel not saving. Also, key fob not working properly. Informed by service that new module needs to be ordered. Radio needs update for latest software. Appointment made for service 1/8/14. Car was in less then 3 weeks prior with new ABS module needed. (december 3, 2013).

Filed Aug 23, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 3,000 miles · NY

April 9, 2014 ? Wednesday morning. I was driving my child to school. He left the car and the car started to chime - key fob not detected. I was still in the car, with the key fob in car, but still could not move until turned car off and restarted. ? Video taped myself.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Electrical system: softwareReported May 17, 2018 · 4,815,661 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Recall number 18V332000 · Recall details

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported November 21, 2017 · 17,116 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.

Recall number 17V741000 · Recall details

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported July 10, 2017 · 442,214 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.

Recall number 17V435000 · Recall details

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported October 8, 2014 · 435,081 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.

Recall number 14V634000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiringReported July 2, 2014 · 653,562 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.
Risk
If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P36.

Recall number 14V391000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2014 Dodge Durango key fob

Is key fob or push-button start problems a common problem on the 2014 Dodge Durango?

6 of 787 owner complaints about the 2014 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 2014 Dodge Durango?

There are 5 recalls and 79 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2014 Dodge Durango

Water leak 37Seat belt 34Check engine light 29Stalling 18Airbag light 17Knocking 17Won't start 17Fuel pump 13Headlights 13Backup camera 9Fire or smoke 9Wipers 8No deployment 7Loss of power 7Power steering loss 6Won't shift 6Hesitation 5Jerking 5

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