1999 Dodge Durango Engine Problems
- 92
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 92 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- without warning · 10 records
- same problem · 10 records
- pressure gauge · 8 records
- light came · 8 records
- engine failure · 7 records
- shuts down · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 26 |
| 30–60k mi | 18 |
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Belts And Associated Pulleys · Engine · Tie Rod Assembly
Dt: the contact stated while driving heard a knock in the engine. A local mechanic found the engine threw a rod. As a result, it needed a new engine, tie rod, and serpentine belt. The vehicle was taken to a dealership, and they state it needed a new rod and crankshaft. The manufacturer instructed the dealership to take the engine apart to locate the internal problems. This has not been done at this time, and no…
ODI 10143636
Engine
Dt: the consumer kept up the maintenance on the vehicle. While driving on the highway a through rod entered the oil pan and it destroyed the engine. There was slug built up in the bottom of the oil pan that caused the pump to fail. There was no for warning, but one could hear metal against metal grinding. Oil light did not come on. Spoke with the dealer and chrysler, and they said there was nothing they could do…
ODI 10137062
Cooling System · Engine · Lock · Rotor
1999 dodge durango, bought new, has 53,000 miles, i was driving on a highway on 4/22/05,"check gauges" lit up on dashboard, oil pressure gauge went to zero, car still drivable, pulled over after 3-4 miles into turnpike service area, checked oil stick and it read full, continued additional drive to destination of approx. 5 miles and dropped off at nearby dodge dealership, their diagnosis is sludge in engine and oil…
ODI 10118483
Engine
Going on a trip oil pressure gauge went to 0 then back up to normal then back down to 0, check gauge light came on. Pulled off interstate, listened to motor sounded normal, checked oil which was fine, decided it must have been the oil sending unit gone bad gauge had went back to normal, so started back on the road. Then gauge started dropping again, stopped and put 1/2 quart of oil in, engine still sounded fine,…
ODI 10116758
Engine
The driver noticed that the vehicle started jerking uncontrollably and hesitating without warning. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. Then, the vehicle stalled. Driver turned off the vehicle for ten minutes, and then restarted. Few miles down the road the vehicle stalled again. Driver tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so. Driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and…
ODI 10111037
Engine
In the last 4 yrs i have to replace the engine 2xs @$2500 per episode. Despite regular oil changes, the oil pump is the first to go. I have repair men look at me like i do not change the oil because the oil is burnt to the pump. They have to clean the oil trap and replace parts. Then less then 3 months later, that engine goes. I end up having to replace the whole engine. The first time it happened was at 51,000…
ODI 10171305
Engine · Upper Ball Joint
I own a 1999 dodge durango. I am about to have to replace the driver's side upper ball joint. I started hearing a noise about 2 weeks ago. I called the dealership and they told me that i am not included in the recall. I have researched several websites and there are 100 of 1999 durangos that are having the exact same problem. I also had to replace my engine. *ak
ODI 10107947
Engine · Mechanical · Unknown Or Other
1999 dodge durango engine ceases along with ball joint problems. I had to have my engine replaced in the 5 yrs that i have owned it twice! That is not normal on a vehicle that is suppose to be tough and get more than 36,000 miles to the engine! I have called damlier chrysler about the situation and they cannot compensate me in any way and he wasn't allowed to say if that was normal for a brand new truck to have the…
ODI 10096201
Engine
While driving check engine and abs lights came on. All the gauges did not work. Vehicle shut down. After pulling to the side of the road vehicle would not start for approximately 30 minutes. After restarting there was a loud noise. Vehicle had to be towed. It was discovered that the engine was defective.oil sludge caused premature engine failure.*ak
ODI 10092623
Engine
At 41000 miles my 1999 durango 5.9l experienced spark knock and heavy oil consumption. Oil changed at every 3000 miles. Called chrysler for help. They said too old and did not offer any help. I replaced all the valve seals. Did not fix. Replaced the plenum gasket as stated by the technical bulletin. Did not fix. Finally, tore down engine and found a broken oil ring on #8 cylinder. Replaced all rings and bearings.…
ODI 10098444
Engine
I was driving my 1999 5.2 dodge durango the warning light came on i lost oil pressure and my motor stopped. I had to have it towed and the garage told me the engine was seized. I don't think that this should have happend and have been told this is a common problem with these motors. *ak
ODI 10074768
Engine · Lower Ball Joint
Ball joint failure on 1999 dodge durango @ 53,000 miles head gasket failure on 1999 dodge durango @ 53,000 miles
ODI 10066101
Engine
While driving 70 mph a loud knocking noise was heard coming from underneath the hood. Driver applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. Then, vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that engine needed to be replaced due to…
ODI 10067041
Engine · Suspension · Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
While driving about 70 mph i heard a loud noise coming from under my 1999 durango, i took the vehicle to a local firestone, they discovered that the drive shaft had fell from it's housing, so i then took the vehicle to a transmission shop, cottman. The shop informed me of the following, the yoke and the bolt that retained the drive shaft in the transfer case had broken off some how, due to this occurrence, the…
ODI 10064415
Engine
While driving 35 mph engine failed without warning. Dealer stated sludge built up in the engine compartment.*ak
ODI 10063587
Engine
Dodge durango 5.2l v-8 engine motor blew up after 54k miles. Complete motor failure required motor replacement. *jb
ODI 10060643
Engine
Purchsed a 1999 dodge durango in fall of 1998. When truck was two years old, oil pressure guage went to zero repeatedly. I immediately took it to dealership. Was told the oil pump needed to be replaced. I had the work done. Over the course of two years the guage would intermittenly go to zero. Had oil pump checked. It was deemed to be okay. Shop could not duplicate problem. During the last 6 mo.s problem continued…
ODI 10060073
Engine · Steering
Ball joints and steering knuckle replaced at a cost of $1200 + with only 58000 miles on it at that time. Now the oil pressure is fluctuating wildly which could be an indication of premature engine failure. Vehicle now has approx 72000 miles on it now. *jb
ODI 10058695
Control Module (Tcm, Pcm) · Engine · Upper Ball Joint
We have several complaints about our 1999 dodge durango. We have had the pcm go in 2003, luckily my wife did research and found out there was a recall and it was covered. The front suspension ball joints are blown and now our dealership has informed us that we need to spend $5100.00 to repair the engine due to the oil pump is blown. The engine will seize if my wife attempts to drive the durango. There just seems to…
ODI 10054762
Engine
Purchased durango in may 02,and performed regular maintenance on it.on 11/20/02 my family and i were on our way to michigan and the check gauges light came on and the oil pressure dropped to 0,the motor started to knock.we were on the ohio turnpike,(with 5 children),and had to find a place to pull over before the engine would blow.this was odd with only 46300 miles on the motor.luckily we were next to an exit,we…
ODI 10054585
Engine · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
I purchased my 1999 durango in march 2001. In dec 2003 i had to get the driveshaft rebuilt. The velocity joint had worn out. Then in jan '04 i was traveling about 65mph on an interstate just outside of town. My check engine light came on. I started to here a knocking sound along with feeling like there was a cylinder down. I got my truck towed back home and replaced the disributor cap since the points were worn.…
ODI 10054921
Engine
At 50,625 miles oil pressure on my 1999 dodge durango droped to zero. Had oil pump replaced and dealer found "sludge" in oil pan. Now 1 1/2 years later 68,000 miles pressure dropping again after only 17,000 miles! Going to call dealer tomorrow and ask for advice, however, from what i've read i'm sure i'll be told it is my fault. I change oil every 3 to 4 thousand miles and have recipts to prove it. Also, engine cuts…
ODI 10052821
Engine
Oil pressure drop on dodge durango leading to engine failure. Many people having the same problem due to engine sludge. Even with regular oil changes the engine eventually fails. Dodge has sold bad engines and is now trying to cover it up. *la
ODI 10052929
Engine
While driving 60 mph on the florida turnpike in miami, the check engine light came on, the oil presure gauge dropped to zero and all power to car was lost. No steering, braking or control of any nature over the vehicle was possilbe. This i may add occurred while heading for a toll booth.while still coasting i tried to restart the engine in an attempt to regain power to the steering and brakes, the engine would not…
ODI 10049391
Engine
The vehicle's oil does not distribute properly. As a result sludge builds up in the engine and causes the engine to fail. Please provide additional information. *ph
ODI 10050021