2001 Dodge Durango Seats Problems
- 22
- 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 22 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- back forth · 8 records
- passenger seats · 5 records
- front seat · 4 records
- passenger seat · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Seats · Service Brakes · Suspension
While i love my 2001 dodge durango rt, there are a couple of serious problems / safety issues the vehicle has. Number one is the passenger front seat is very loose and rocks back and forth during acceleration and braking which could cause severe injuries if the vehicle was in a wreck, whiplash etc. In doing my research the average fix that the dealers will do costs between 600-800.00 which is to replace the motor…
ODI 11183811
Seats
I purchased this vehicle new december 2000. When driving approximately 30mph the driver and passenger seats move up and down motion, when car stops, the seats come at rest. The passenger seat is worse than drivers side. The air bag warning light dings & illuminates and then go back off..
ODI 10764455
Air Bags · Seats
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge durango. While driving approximately 20 mph, the front driver side power seat independently shifted forward in a rocking motion whenever coming to a complete stop. The seat would reset to the correct position after resuming normal operation. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the air bag warning light illuminated and the air bag clock spring was replaced. The manufacturer…
ODI 10744162
Electrical System · Seats
The power front seats after time come loose in the 20001 durango and move back and forth on the tracks. Seems like they are moving more and more every day. I read so many other complaints on this web site. Another problem which is common is the wiring burning up connected to the resistor pack on the blower motor. I read stories about how people have to replace the blower motor, resistor pack and plug at the end of…
ODI 10543568
Seats
When turning into a church parking lot for a wedding. The durango was struck from behind (at about 40 mph) and the driver seat broke and i was laid back unable to reach the brake pedal or steering wheel. The durango traveled approx 20 feet before hitting a parked jeep. The passenger and i both received injuries and currently under care. Dodge needs to do a recall on the faulty parts in the driver electric seats that…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10488806
Seats
2001 durango passenger seat just started sliding freely back and forth on the track. The vehicle has electric seats. Definately a safety concern and it appears that there is a flaw in the design from the posts i have been reading. *tr
ODI 10454912
Seats
The power seats, will not lock in place, and slide back and forth in the track, when starting to drive or stopping. *tr
ODI 10430578
Seats
My front passenger seat is not engaging on the seat track, it slides forward & back with the motion of the vehicle. I am concerned for the safety of my kids, or anyone for that matter, riding in the front seat even though they are 12 & 16!!!! They can easily slam into the dash board with their legs or worse with any speed. I have researched and read about many other dodge durango owners experiencing the same exact…
ODI 10427675
Seats
I have a 2001 dodge durango. Both front seats are loose and have just about caused an accident on a couple of occasions because everytime i brake, the seats shift forward. Based on what i've seen online with complaints and forums, this is extremely common with dodge seats. Why won't they do a recall on something that is so widespread and is a major safety issue? *tr
ODI 10380048
Seats
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving at different speeds, both driver and passenger seats were not stationary and would move out of place. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic testing. The technician stated the electric motor needed to be replaced for both seats. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10484632
Electrical System · Front · Seats
Multiple replacement needed of upper & lower ball joints, sway bar, currently experiencing front end bed spring noise - sounds like junk, told the front lower ball joint is lose again. Also the heating elements in the front driver;s seat went out -cost to repair over 700.00! Vehicle is a 2001 dodge durango 4 x 4. Only 86,000 miles original owner. This vehicle meticulously maintained and serviced, but despite that…
ODI 10299782
Seats
When stopping the seats jolts forward. When going the seats jolts backwards. *tr
ODI 10468276
Seats
Both the driver and passenger seats have become loose - sliding forward and backward when accelerating and braking. This problem has been occurring for over a year and is constant - the seats are no longer firmly attached to the vehicle. This is an extremely common failure on these vehicles caused by defective or sub-standard parts used in the seat structure. *tr
ODI 10365893
Seats
My drivers bucket seat rocks back and forth due to a broken bracket or rail. I have seen several mentions of the exact same condition of other 1999 to 2001 dodge durango owners and chrysler denies hearing of other instances of this exact same condition. I hope all the other people that have posted this exact same problem on the internet are reporting to you as well because this seems to be a very common occurrence.…
ODI 10228794
Seats
The passenger seat slides up and down on the track. *tr
ODI 10452864
Seats
Purchased used from dodge dealer. Front electric seats (driver and passenger) rock with every movement. Checked recalls list and manufacturer has never addressed this problem. I didn't know that other owners had this problem until reading complaints. Current mileage 117,000. Did not notify mfr. *tr
ODI 10633558
Power Window Devices And Controls · Seats
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 dodge durango. While driving 50 mph, the driver side front window would not roll up. The mechanic stated that the window was off track and he replaced the tracking. The failure has occurred three times. The contact stated that the driver side front seat would not lock when the vehicle stopped. The dealer stated that the driver's seat tracking failed. As of september 11, 2007, the dealer…
ODI 10202497
Seats
The power drivers seat shifts in position when accelerating from a stop or when a rapid deceleration is required to stop short. The power seat does not move along the seat tracks, but shifts front to rear or laterally while in the same position on the seat tracks. After researching the problem i have found this has come to be known at the durango "rocking chair" problem. It is quite disconcerting when it happens and…
ODI 10461981
Seats
Passenger seats and driver seat on 2 2001 dodge durango do not hold on rails they have play and slide back and forth each time you accelerate or brake. Its a safety hazard .it slams your knees into the dash board. Complained several times to dodge corp filed complaint case#17864244. *tr
1 injury
ODI 10240789
Seats
Seats have play slide back and forth. They don't hold in place. They slide on rails. *tr
1 injury
ODI 10240791
Seats
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge durango. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger seats independently moved forward and backward while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (dependable dodge, located at [redacted], canoga park, ca 91304) where the vehicle was diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The dealer stated that the seat track assembly was deteriorated. The…
ODI 11006751
Seats
Middle fold down seat was not properly locked. When driver applied brakes, seat came loose and hit driver in head. Driver went to doctor and was informed he had a concussion. Also contacted manufacturer, and informed him that an investigation will occur.*ak
1 injury
ODI 892144