2014 Dodge Durango: check engine light

Filed Mar 10, 2024 · Engine · FL

A new 3.6 Pentastar engine was installed in my 2014 Dodge Durango in July 2019, this repair was over $5,000 and FCA only granted a $1300 goodwill towards the cost. After maintaining the vehicle with a new engine in it, this engine is now failing too. The problem is due to the right cylinder head being damaged. This has caused a knocking noise emitting from the engine and rough idling whenever the vehicle is on. A tune up was done last year in December when check engine light came on, with new spark plugs and filters put in but this has not solved the issued. Taking the vehicle back to mechanic to do further diagnostic, a pressure test was done showing the 6 cylinder had no pressure. A damage head with possible damage to crankshaft rods and rocker arms. This vehicle is our main vehicle for our family, and the price to repair this damage on the second engine this car has had is too high. If we continue driving this vehicle, we would result in total power failure, worst case a blown engine. Complaints have been filed with Attorney General of the state of Florida along with the Better Business Bureau.

Filed Sep 1, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · SC

Rackin pinion, does not through engine light when issues arise, jerking, Lumbar in drivers set stop working, 120v outlet came out, water in back lumanis lamps, radio and all dash components do things on its own.

Filed Mar 23, 2023 · Driver assistance, Transmission · IL

When I made it to my home town I went in got gas for my truck and then a few hours later my check engine light came on so I took it to O’Reillys and got it checked out they said my second shift wasn’t responding so I took it to Dodge green and they said my transmission went out.

Filed Jan 4, 2023 · Brakes, Electrical · 156,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the electrical system failed to function as needed. The brake warning, the cruise control, and the check engine warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the heater control valve failed to work as needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.

Filed Sep 11, 2021 · TX · crash

I bought this vehicle brand new. Many issues right from the start. Right off the bat the vehicle would randomly accelerate while driving or just stall while on the highway. I had a wreck when the car was less than 3 months old. I stepped on the break and the car accelerated into on coming traffic and I hit a vehicle. I took it into the dealership many times reporting this problem to the service techs and they dismissed it that my car was "learning me" and was not "broken in" yet. Along with engine ticking and engine lights coming on I have had so many issues with this vehicle.

Filed Aug 1, 2021 · Seats · NM

Driverside headrest popped or deployed on it's own. No crash happened. Vehicle was parked outside my home and not in use. Had I been in the vehicle at the time, potential head trauma could have occurred such as wound, concussion or whiplash. Had I been driving the vehicle when this happened, this could have caused a crash and even more potential harm to myself, my children, passengers and other motorists. The vehicle has not been inspected but I have contact local dodge dealer who stated that there was no recall on the known issue and that the cost to "assess" the headrest would cost me $140 to diagnose and any replacement costs would be in addition to the $140. There was no warning whatsoever that this could happen. No engine lights or anything. Again, I was not driving the vehicle. It was parked in my driveway.

Filed Apr 25, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · 75,000 miles · FL

This specific model I'm currently leasing is a limited model. I've had it for maybe 3 years. According to the manual, were only to use e85 fuel so that it could run smoothly. Unfortunately, not many gas stations where I live carry that specific gas type and not many gas stations in florida and other states alone, provide e85 fuel we are given no choice but to use the alternative gas. It's becoming a nuisance when we want to travel. When the check engine light first appeared the gas gauge also stopped functioning. The truck isn't able to reach a full tank. Something is preventing it. This is becoming an inconvenience for me and my family to have to search and go to just 2 gas stations miles apart from each other to be able to put gas in! Majority of the times the gas stations that do offer this type of gas are down due to maintenance. Since I've been puttting in the alternative fuel which is the 87, the truck isn't functioning properly and now I'm starting to have all sorts of problem with my truck. It's a headache. I really love my truck and don't want to get rid of it. I had a mechanic check it out and was told that my my fuel injector and fuel sensor need to be replaced. The costs are expensive and I don't think it's fair.

Filed Feb 19, 2021 · Engine · 156,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge durango. The contact stated that a ticking noise occurred coming from the engine. The engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the engine light was flickering. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed however, the mechanic was unable to determine where the ticking noise was coming from. The mechanic informed the contact that it could be the lifter of the cylinder head. The contact stated that the oxygen sensor, spark plugs, and coil packs were replaced. The contact called jimmy britt chrysler jeep dodge ram (12114 us-301 s, statesboro, ga 30458) and informed the dealer of the failure, and was informed that there would be a fee for diagnostic testing. The contact was also informed by the dealer that chrysler had extended the warranty on the ticking failure however, her vehicle year was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 156,000.

Filed Dec 4, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 105,000 miles · AZ

I had significant oil leaks in my driveway for the last few months. I noticed my check engine light was on at 105,000 miles. I took it to a mechanic to get serviced. They replaced transmission fluid (purchased at dodge dealership) and serviced any other areas. I received the vehicle back and noticed it was still leaking a great amount. I took it back to the mechanic thinking the issue was not solved. The mechanic then advised me that there is an oil leak next to the oil cooler and when parked at an incline, it begins to leak profusely. He said this is very common with dodge durango's and reached out to the dealership to inquire about recalls. They indicated there is no current recall. This is very disappointing. I have seldom driven the car since the pandemic and have upkeep the maintenance on the vehicle. I am the second owner and purchased the vehicle in 2016.

Filed Nov 10, 2020 · Electrical, Steering · 130,052 miles · NH

On november 7th, 2020 while driving on a avenue multiples engine and electrical warning reveal on the vehicle dashboard and all of the sudden the steering wheel got really hard, the check engine light came up, the brakes light, and a message stating "service shifter"; this all happened on a nick of time while I have my whole family in the car, very unsafe.

Filed Aug 13, 2020 · Engine, Transmission · 71,400 miles · TX

While traveling on the interstate 80 miles from home the coolant light went off and the temp gauge ran hot. Pulled over and cooled down; lights went off. Pulled up info for a nearby dealership and tried to drive to it . Only got about a mile and lights and gauge went off again. Tried to find a safe space to pull over on interstate; the shoulders are very narrow on i45. When pulled over engine light also came on and I turned engine off and it would not restart. Called tow truck, dealership replaced water pump but then found catastrophic engine damage. Fca knows there's a problem with water pump because they extended the warranty on it but they will not honor warranty on engine because they say I continued to drive with engine light on which I didn't. If water pump had been recalled I never would have had catastrophic engine failure.

Filed Mar 4, 2020 · Engine · OH

The check engine light keeps coming on showing code p0430. This code shows bank 2 catalytic converter. I had the catalytic converter changed and short time later the code showed up again. I took it to the maintenance shop and they informed me that the engine valve seals are leaking oil into the combustion chamber causing the check engine light to come on. Also when the check engine light comes on the vehicle pours out blue smoke which is oil burning. Many others have had the same problem. No recalls on this issue.