2004 Dodge Durango Power Train Problems
- 61
- 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 61 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- transfer case · 21 records
- wheel drive · 17 records
- shift motor · 9 records
- four wheel · 9 records
- case shift · 5 records
- engine light · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 23 |
| 150–400k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
My 2004 dodge durango limited 4x4 5.7 hemi has experienced the same transfer case issues that many other owners have experienced. The vehicle will randomly try to shift itself into [redacted] low without the driver changing the switch from the awd to the 4lo position. Fortunately we were moving slowly when it occurred but this could be very dangerous at higher speeds as all four wheels lock up and the vehicle cannot…
ODI 10734019
Power Train
Vehicle suddenly shifts electronically into four wheel drive mode. This causes loss of driveability at slow speeds and the ability to easily turn corners on dry pavement. If this electronic shift control were to shift the transfer case to neutral, the vehicle would lose all power to the wheels and if it were parked could roll away. The transfer case shift knob includes the following user selectable modes: awd, fwd…
ODI 10606522
Power Train
When turning at low speed the wheels locked up and could not move. *tr
ODI 10606707
Power Train
Was slowing down to make a right turn and the car shuddered and came to a halt. Then would not move . Looking under the car found that the drive shaft had fallen out of the rear axle area. Had it towed to shop. *tr
ODI 10692274
Power Train
Transfer case shifted into four wheel drive lock without input of the driver. The vehicle was on straight level hard surface road. Transfer case will not shift out of four wheel drive lock. *tr
ODI 10550674
Power Train
As with many other complaints with this same issue, i have experienced problems with the vehicles service 4wd light coming on. Took to dealer and they said transfer case motor was bad. They replaced the motor and the light still comes on. Vehicle gets 'locked' in 4wd mode and cannot select the standard awd driving option. There should be a recall on this. Owners shouldn't have to keep replacing the transfer case in…
ODI 10545355
Engine · Power Train
I was pulling away from a stop when the engine suddenly made some loud noises sounding like grinding and the vehicle lost all power, steering and brakes. I had to navigate over railroad tracks with a train coming and onto a side street and a ditch. I was the only one in the truck at the time and was not hurt and there was no damage to the vehicle. If it had been one of my kids or wife driving it would have been…
Crash reported
ODI 10583848
Power Train
The [redacted] engages on its own while driving or just being parked. *tr
ODI 10543337
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
While driving my 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi the svc 4x4 light went on at the time i was driving 35mpg in 70 degree weather and did not have my 4x4 on. I took it the mechanic shop and they said i needed to replace the 4x4 shift motor, so i bought a new 4x4 shift motor and they replaced it but my 4x4 was still not working. I have taken it to two different mechanic shops and they keep saying its the 4x4 shift motor so…
ODI 10543320
Engine · Power Train
I went out one morning to due my daily running for the day and when i turned the key and the vehicle started it made a sound like the starter was stuck. I turned it off and called my husband and when i started it again there was a loud pecking in the motor. I took it to a local garage and the man listened to it and told me that the noise was coming from inside the motor and that he did not do motor work. So i found…
ODI 10502605
Engine · Power Train
Purchased vehicle on 2/19/13 drove it for 2 weeks. Was driving on the highway and heard a loud noise followed by clunking noise which sounded like a flat tire but wasn't. Took it to my mechanic who told me that the front differential needed to be replaced. Fixed that problem. 2 weeks after that on 3/29 was getting off the highway when i heard another loud noise followed by a clunking noise this time i lost steering…
ODI 10507501
Engine · Power Train
Had driven truck earlier in day had no issues at all. Drove and sounded like it always did!! Went to start it that evening to get daughter from school event and it made a horrible noise and wouldn't start! Mechanic said it was starter. After 2 days of waiting for a starter that noone keeps in stock! Put it on and nothing! Mechanic said it was stuck flywheel. He got it to turn over but the motor was knocking very…
ODI 10499824
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Power Train
My well-maintained 2004 dodge durango slt began doing something bizarre a few months ago at about 120,000 miles. This has 4.7l v8 and the awd-4hi-4lo 2-speed transfer case. The "service 4wd" and the traction control light began flashing, and it felt like the transfer case was stuck in 4hi with the tires grabbing on a turn. The selector knob on the dash would not function. I brought the truck to my mechanic who…
ODI 10521205
Engine · Power Train
Vehicle started to run a little rough. Wife was at a stop light accelerated upon green and heard a loud noise and a jerk. She nursed it home about a mile or so. Pulled into the driveway and shut it off and oil was everywhere. I looked around and discovered a hole in the engine block behind the passenger side tire about the size of my fist. Have had the durango since it was brand new. Its always ran great. We love…
ODI 10498452
Engine · Power Train
Similar to all other complaints i read. Was driving the vehicle during rain, engine started ticking. Stopped and had it towed to mechanic. Bent rod and busted piston. *tr
ODI 10497916
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall sporadically. Additionally, the transmission would slip and the vehicle would engage into any gear independently. The contact also stated that the engine rpms would increase excessively and the vehicle would exhibit an abnormal noise when first started. On one occasion, the contact secured the vehicle in park and exited when…
Crash reported
ODI 10569397
Engine · Power Train
2004 dodge durango limited 5.7l hemi 4x4 my vehicle was already running for approx 3-5 minutes, warming up, after i had finished working a full 12-hour night shift. Time is 0640 hrs, outside temp is approx 30 degrees. Vehicle running normal, no alarms, no warning indicators. I was pulling out of driveway of my employment onto the roadway and accelerating on a completely straight roadway. As vehicle was passing…
ODI 10486166
Electrical System · Power Train
GOES IN AND OUT OF [redacted] BY ITSELF. *TR
ODI 10554072
Engine · Power Train
Auto drove properly previous day, started the engine at 6pm and it sounded like rocks in the engine. A puddle of oil was visible underneath the parked suv. Car has been properly cared for, no warning lights on the dashboard ie: oil, engine light - just loud clanking and not drivable. Edmunds and other auto information complaints are exactly like ours. This issue has been fixed in the 05 models but not in the 04. It…
ODI 10474414
Power Train
My truck goes in and out of 4wd on its own. Truck can be on, off, driving, parked, it doesn't matter. Apparently a lot of others are having this issue as well. *tr
ODI 10493268
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I've owned my 2004 dodge durango 5.7 hemi since 2005. With only 151,960 miles - taking excellent care and pride in it, the #7 rod has been bent. Water has somehow gotten into my motor causing all kinds of issues. Within the past year, it has had issues running hot, running poorly when it rains and rough idle on occasion. After sitting for 24 hours, i went out to crank it and it jumped (i thought a small animal had…
ODI 10445562
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
1. Engine light remains lit: service can see no reason from computer diagnosis. 1a. Engine idles rough for several minutes after a rain storm. 2. Engine won't start unless gas pedal fully depressed: then stalls unless idle remains at least 1500 rpms. 3. Took to service shop: diagnosis is cylinder # 7 has no compression and computer shows 8 system faults relating to failure of cylinder # 7. Research from internet…
ODI 10390526
Electrical System · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I own a 2004 dodge durango and let me tell you the problems i have had with it!! The radiator, throttle position sensor and brakes. The biggest problem is when it rains. The truck just shuts off, no matter where you are when this happens. You could be on the highway going 65mph and it just shuts down. I thank god that i haven't gotten in to an accident yet. It is so dangerous to drive it like that not knowing if…
ODI 10384712
Electrical System · Power Train
I have a 2004 dodge durango hemi 5.7 with 62k miles. I maintained the car well. I have two major problems: 1) while driving on the highway the checking engine light and the lighting rod light comes on and the car jumps out of overdrive and remains in 3rd or 4th gear. My temporary fix would be to pull over, turn off the car wait 3 seconds then restart. The check engine light stays on but the lighting bolt goes off…
ODI 10384266
Power Train
I have a 2004 dodge durango slt in which the engine stalls and the vehicle cuts off. This normally occurs when braking, deceleration, traffic lights, low speeds. Also the passenger seat airbag is not working according to the visual lighted display in that area. I recently purchased this vehicle this year. *tr
ODI 10289960