2004 Dodge Durango Electrical System Problems
- 163
- 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 163 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 28 indicate fire
What owners report
- instrument panel · 18 records
- electrical system · 11 records
- check engine · 10 records
- engine light · 10 records
- interior lights · 10 records
- without warning · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 41 |
| 1–30k mi | 26 |
| 60–100k mi | 26 |
| 30–60k mi | 24 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
2004 dodge durango. Initially interior dome lights would not automatically dim and turn off upon entering the car. Lights would turn off by manually pushing button twice- once to dim/ needed to wait a period of time/ then again to turn off. This began 5 days ago. After back hatch was opened and closed, back hatch light stayed on continuously, this began 3 days ago. Bottom of instrument panel/ heater area failed to…
ODI 10177238
Electrical System
My vehicle was parked in my driveway turned off. The dash caught on fire and filled the vehicle with smoke. The dash is now completely inoperable. Chrysler is refusing to pay for the repair because the vehicle is out of warranty, the dealer cannot say what caused this problem. This vehicle is unsafe!! *nm
Fire reported
ODI 10175472
Electrical System
On several instances beginning approximately november of 2006 the interior lights would either stay on, or not come on at all. Sometimes, upon entering the car, we would have to wait twenty minutes or more to get the lights to go out. A few instances, the lights would never go out and ran the battery down. Eventually, no lights at all would come on and at one point you could smell something burning, but never see…
ODI 10185124
Electrical System
Instrument panel flashing, appearing to short out caused battery to die. Similar electrical problems include instrument panel shutting off during driving and a/c not working. *jb
ODI 10169840
Electrical System
2004 dodge durango, the interior lights stayed on. I purchased the vehicle two weeks prior. I was instructed by a dealer to pull the fuse for the lights (not marked). Pulled fuse out and sparks and smoke came from under the dash (behind the gauges). A fire broke out and destroyed the vehicle. When i checked, thought the yes was marked on the first page - resubmitting. *jb
Fire reported
ODI 10167822
Electrical System
2004 dodge durango, the interior lights stayed on. I was instructed by the dealer to pull the fuse for the lights (not marked). Pulled fuse out and sparks and smoke came from under the dash (behind the gauges). A fire broke out and destroyed the vehicle. *jb
Fire reported
ODI 10167820
Electrical System
Dt*: the contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, and changing from a braking situation to acceleration, the vehicle bucked. For a few seconds, the radio shut off, and the brake warning light and oil warning light illuminated. During that time, the cruise control also disengaged. The vehicle was not taken in for service.
ODI 10163482
Electrical System
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 15mph the vehicle caught on fire. There is possible internal smoke damage to the contact's lungs. When the fire department extinguished the fire the police department filed a report. The fire started with the internal lights and headlights switch. The insurance company determined the vehicle was totaled and are currently inspecting the vehicle. Previously, on multiple occasions…
Fire reported · 1 injury
ODI 10152629
Electrical System · Engine
I lease a 2004 dodge durango limited w/ a 5.7 hemi. This vehicle stalled on slick road doing approx, 35-40 mph. I tried to stop vehicle and lost control. Went off road into ditch and rolled vehicle. All passengers in vehicle (4) were all uninjured. This vehicle has done this since it had 1803 miles on it. This truck has had multiple problems and has been a nightmare. This vehicle is unsafe as i have said since first…
Crash reported
ODI 10150394
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System
Vehicle stalls, transmission quits. Doesn't work. *jb
ODI 10150081
Electrical System
Numerous electrical problems with 2004 dodge durango. Within in 3 months of purchasing vehicle, [redacted] began turning itself on without warning. This caused problems turning. Vehicle was taken back to benders in clovis numerous times before computer was reprogrammed, solving the problem. In january, 2006 the check engine light came on. Benders tested the vehicle and said that the computer wasn't receiving any…
ODI 10149669
Electrical System · Gasoline
Bought 2004 3.7l dodge durango jan 2004 .within year, check engine light came on. Took it to arrigo dodge, wpbch, florida. Left it for a few days, called to say it was ready. Reason for failure - bad sensor. Drove home, light back on.took it to arrigo. They kept it for a week. They explained that the harness (electrical) had a short, so they replaced it.got it back with the light on. They took it back into the shop…
Fire reported
ODI 10159120
Electrical System
At approximately 11 pm our daughter was getting ready for bed when she heard the car alarm going off outside. As she walked out onto the deck she saw that our 2004 dodge durango was engulfed in flames. She immediately went inside and called 911. Our local volunteer fire department responding in about 10 minutes after they were paged out, but it looks to be a total loss. The entire inside of our vehicle is burnt. The…
Fire reported
ODI 10147713
Electrical System
The interior light continued to stay on, and part of the dash would not light up. After checking everything, it was determined the whole electrical panel needed to be replaced. It was under warranty. It's only been a few weeks since replacement. The brakes are/ have been screeching and was told that it is the way the pads are made, etc. And when the weather is wet it is increased. Just coasting they screech. *nm
ODI 10149427
Electrical System
2004 dodge durange 5.7l hemi. While driving on interstate with cruise control on going 71 mph, i slowed down to exit on my exit ramp. At approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled (shut down) and i lost all power steering. I moved to side of road, but the vehicle in park and restarted the vehicle. *nm
ODI 10146691
Electrical System
Vehicle is a police vehicle and is used on night shifts. Low beam headlamps intermittently turn off for a few seconds, then turn back on. Occurs occasionally, but not every night. Sgt. Thomas schmieder reporting the incident. *jb
ODI 10137268
Anchorage · Electrical System · Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
Dt: the contact stated while driving at normal highway speeds the vehicle stalled without warning. When the stalling occurred the vehicle lost power. The first time this happened the vehicle was taken to the dealership for diagnostic testing. The dealer flashed the computer, and determined this would fix the problem. The vehicle operated normally for one and half months. The stalling returned suddenly without…
ODI 10147661
Electrical System · Engine
I purchased a 2004 dodge durango with the hemi engine in april of 2004. In july 2004 the check engine light came on and the engine failed immediately. I had it towed back to the dealer ship (towne & country dodge conyers ga). They fixed it and did not tell me what it was. In march 2005, the same thing happened again. This time they replaced a valve spring in the 3trd cylinder. Two weeks ago, it happened again. This…
ODI 10131958
Electrical System
Turned key in ignition and the dashboard lit up. There were even lights on the dashboard that i did not recognize. Nothing worked: no ac, no gas gauge, no electric windows, no headlights (or any other lights), no speedometer, no windshield wipers. Dropped durango off for service 2 days later, it sat in our driveway undriveable for those two days. Chrysler reset a computer switch and informed us that the fix was…
ODI 10131936
Electrical System · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that when he puts his seat belt on, a spark comes from the retractor area and the radio shuts off intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and they changed the battery twice, yet the failure still persists. The current mileage was 59,439 and failure mileage was 40,000. Updated 07/29/08. *lj the consumer stated the radio burned out. Updated 07/29/08
ODI 10229115
Electrical System · Equipment
When the ambient temperature is above 105 deg f, the air conditioner blows out hot air. I have had the 31 mar 05 tsb fix put in place, but the ac still does not work correctly.
ODI 10126703
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. When the contact first purchased the vehicle, the oil light would illuminate, indicating that an oil change was needed. The vehicle also shut off at least five times on the freeway. It would usually immediately restart, but then kick back after it would start. She took the vehicle to the dealer and asked about recalls and other complaints and was informed that none were…
Fire reported
ODI 10256379
Electrical System
We lease a 2004 dodge durango. On numerous occasions our vehicle has stalled. It would do this at different speeds, and it didn't matter the road conditions or temp. We've had it back to derby dodge in derby ct 3 times for this problem, but they have yet to identify why this keeps happening. My wife primarily uses this vehicle with our children. I am not satisfied with how dodge has assessed the situation.
ODI 10121767
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning whenever being driven in rainy weather. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who was not able to duplicate or diagnose the failure. The vehicle continued to stall without warning each time it would rain. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who was not able to diagnose the failure. The…
ODI 10578315
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact heard a clicking noise when he turned the key in the ignition. The dealer previously performed electrical repairs on the vehicle, but the failure still occurred. The current mileage was 38,000 and failure mileage was 4,000.
ODI 10198974