Dodge Durango collision warning problems

Filed Jul 29, 2026 · GA

The Lebra protection cover negates the safety features on Durangos with front radar. The radar protects the vehicle for collision avoidance, auto speed reduction, lane departure, and other safety features. There is a cutout in the LeBra cover which should permit the radar to function correctly but it does not. My vehicle displays a red light and beeps constantly with the cover installed. Without the cover there are no issues. I contacted Dodge Connect and they stated that this is a know problem with front end covers with radar safety options. They accessed my vehicle and checked the alignment etc. Which was correct. They then led me thru resetting the system to be sure that there was no “hard” error. There were no hard errors and nothing they did fixed the issue. They sent me the following which is printed on the Dodge Durango web site. >>>>Do not attach or install any accessories near the sensor, including transparent material or aftermarket grilles. Doing so will cause an ACC system failure or malfunction. Notice is states NEAR! I sent all the photos requested. They are: A picture of the cover installed, A picture of the front of the radar with the cover on, a picture of the malfunction caused by the cover and a video illustrating the malfunctioning safety issues caused, the serial number of the Lebra, two pictures of the vehicle without the cover installed. These photos can be expanded for a closeup view. I have sent all information and pictures requested by Cover Craft. I have contacted Cover Craft customer service multiple times already and I feel as though I am getting the run-around or simply being ignored. No after market product should ever negate the factory installed safety features of a vehicle thus putting the driver and occupants in danger. Please modify your web site to warn buyers of this issue.

Filed May 17, 2025 · Brakes, Driver assistance · ND

Forward collision warning and adaption cruise fail on every drive over 20 to 50 miles. This has been occurring since new. Three trips back to dealer have failed to correct. A visit to a second dealer who stated it is a common problem without a current fix.

Filed Nov 18, 2021 · Acceleration, Brakes · 26,700 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2020 DODGE DURANGO. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph with the cruise control on but not engaged. The contact stated they attempting to accelerate the vehicle however the vehicle had a delayed response. As they passed the vehicle they felt the engine shift underneath their feet. The contact stated that when they removed their pressure off the accelerator pedal they felt the vehicle accelerator activate on its own accord. The vehicle felt as though it activated the cruise control as if it was driving on its own causing the contact to attempt to apply the brakes however the vehicle failed to stop. The contact floored the brakes however they failed. The contact had to avoid other traffic. The contact stated that during this time they often came within the 3 feet parameter for the Collision Warning to activate however it failed to do so each time it should have. They put their foot on the accelerator where a warning light that stated service regarding speed warning light. The contact lifted the accelerator backwards with their foot to release some of the pressure and pressed the brake at the same time for the vehicle to eventually relieve its own control where the contact was able to control the vehicle. The contact stated that it wasn't till about three minutes later they were able to pull over and come to a stop. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer who were unable to locate the service history. The vehicle had not been diagnosed and or repaired. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 26,7500.

Filed Sep 29, 2021 · Electrical · 94,000 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled randomly. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact stated that the “Forward Collision Warning- Off” message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V530000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.

Filed May 28, 2021 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 87,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would independently stop as the forward collision avoidance warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel. The contact then received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V813000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and took the vehicle to a dealer for the recall repair. Upon return of the vehicle, the contact stated that the failure recurred on three separate occasions. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer where they were unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.

Filed Jun 18, 2019 · Electrical · 129,000 miles · CT

Forward collision warning (fcw) off light going on causing transmission to down shift gears while driving; causing you to have to come completely turn off the vehicle to stop the issue from happening. It appears a faulty sensor is tripping the transmission/electrical issue.

Filed Jan 29, 2018 · Driver assistance, Transmission · 55,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated while driving approximately 50 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission module failed. The transmission module was replaced. The contact stated that the collision warning camera also failed and the collision camera warning indicator illuminated while driving. The vehicle was taken back to the unknown dealer where it was diagnosed that the collision warning sensor failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The collision camera sensor was not replaced. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

Filed Dec 6, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 130,000 miles · NJ

Vehicle has had campaign 14v530000 (and all other recalls and powertrain tsb's) performed. While driving on highways and rural roads, engine shuts off abruptly, causing loss of steering assist and only a couple brake actuations before brake assist is lost (occurred before tipm campaign, still shuts off after campaign). Typically occurs during coasting or mild braking when preparing to enter a turn (does not matter if right or left turn). No "check engine," alternator, or other warning lights appear on the dash (as they would if the engine stalled) -- it is as if ignition switch were immediately turned off. Occasionally when engine shuts off, the instrument cluster gives a forward collision warning disabled warning (but the fcw does not beep, alert, signal, etc. Before the engine shuts off, and there was no obstacle to set off or block the fcw). Since engine seems to shut off, there are no codes active or stored after the engine shuts off. Repeated trips to dealership, and they can not diagnose, or cause the issue to occur.

Filed Oct 3, 2016 · 1,500 miles · NM

Original arbitration data to ncds: 1.durango 2016 was purchased on 30 april 2016 with the forward collision warning system (fcws) with brake assist as an option. This and the adaptive cruise control (acc) system was app $2k as a safety option. Http://www.dodge.com/en/durango/safety_security/ . This website describes the feature. 2.attached file capture 6 and 7 describe the feature: 'fcws provides the driver the opportunity to be notified via audio or visual alert and if the situation merits, a level of braking to help slow the vehicle and finally if the fcws event begins below 26 MPH, the system may provide maximum or partial braking to mitigate forward collision.' this information is from document downloaded from corporate website titled 2016 durango om 4th.pdf page 229 /230 describing the feature. 3. I have attempted to resolve this issue for over 6 weeks through the chrysler resolution center case # 29403021 working with penny @ 214‑583‑2188. She informed me that if the acc system is working then the fcws 'should' work because there are no error codes. I have taken this vehicle to both lithia dodge in las cruces, nm and sunland dodge in el paso tx where the vehicle was purchased. Service representatives from both dealerships test drove the vehicle and encountered similar situations in traffic consisting of potential collision with another vehicle but the system never provided audio/visual or limited braking assistance as advertised. However, chrysler resolution's position is that if there are no error codes, and the acc works, then the system 'must/should' be working. That is not the case for fcws. Acc does work. Since then: 1. Road demo conducted with vehicle and system doesn't work., 2. Original cost of option was refunded. 3. Prefer fault be fixed and will return rebate to dealer 4. Files document the history of this problem.

Filed Aug 14, 2014 · Brakes · 56,100 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge durango. The contact stated that after having the vehicle repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v154000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) and having the brake booster replaced, the "push to start" button malfunctioned. The contact mentioned that the brake pedal did not have to be depressed in order to start the vehicle. In addition, the brake lights were constantly illuminated, as if the brakes were engaged, and the forward collision warning alert system was disabled. Also, the ABS would activate continuously, but only on the front driver side wheel. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but the cause of the failures could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 56,100.