2004 Dodge Durango Engine Problems
- 319
- 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 319 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 9 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 23 records
- without warning · 19 records
- engine light · 13 records
- needed replaced · 13 records
- check engine · 12 records
- independent mechanic · 12 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 164 |
| 60–100k mi | 70 |
| 150–400k mi | 51 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
I have a 2004 dodge durango with a 5.7 hemi. After a rain i started the vehicle and the engine blew. The durango has had regular service. When it was parked the day before it was fine and had been driven all day. I looked this up and is a common occurrence. *tr
ODI 10583728
Engine
Moisture entered into the cylinders via that air intake manifold due to a water seal design defect in the area of the windshield wiper arms. When the vehicle is parked, rain water coming down the front windshield will flow directly under the cowl and onto the engine block. This water intrusion causes undue stress on the pistons, rods, and crankshaft eventually causing a rod to break and puncture the engine block. If…
ODI 10584533
Electrical System · Engine
We purchased our pre-owned 2004 5.7 limited edition in january 2007. It had around 40,000 miles. Within a year or so after, the cd changer stopped working, and then the radio would sometimes not work after heavy rain. During a heavy downpour the car would shake and sometimes turn-off, leaving me and 2 small kids stranded on the side of the highway until the rain lightened enough for the car to start again. Whenever…
ODI 10640622
Engine
After a rain storm where the 04 durango was parked slightly downhill i attempted to start the vehicle and heard a horrid sound as if metal parts were flying around in the engine. Looked under the vehicle and found small pieces of metal on the ground. Eventually found a hole in the block and after doing some research online i found that this is a common problem. I called chrysler and they would not help as the…
ODI 10583214
Engine
I had let my durango sit for about 3 months starting it once a week. One day i went out to start it when i heard a loud knocking shut it off then try to restart the car then i heard a loud bang with really loud knocking. Immediately i knew it was a rod. I am so angry with dodge. I am the original owner i took in to the dealership multiple times for the water issue and of course they didn't find a problem or one that…
ODI 10615015
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
On april 11, 2014, my three young children, boyfriend, and myself(pregnant) stopped at a red light. As the light turned green i began to accelerate; that's when i heard a loud popping sound. At first i thought maybe my tire popped. I was barely able to pull off the [redacted] i was traveling on without getting hit. Once i pulled over i realized oil leaking from underneath my truck. I was able to take the truck to a…
ODI 10583410
Engine
Vehicle was in driveway after running fine the day before. Started it up and it threw a rod through the motor and oil all over the ground. There were no lights on and vehicle had been properly maintained. Read online that there are hundreds if not thousands of people with this problem. *tr
ODI 10573832
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated while attempting to pull out of a lane to pass another vehicle, there was a loud knocking noise. The contact had to reduce speed and coast the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop who diagnosed that the pistons and rods had broken resulting in damaging the block which would require the engine to be replaced. The vehicle was to be repaired. In…
ODI 10578839
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that upon starting the ignition, a loud noise emitted from the engine. The contact mentioned that the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 120,000. *tr
ODI 10567700
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, a loud bang emitted outside of the vehicle as the engine stalled. The engine warning indicator and light bulb warning icon were illuminated and the engine failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis, who stated that there was a blown engine rod and piston. The vehicle had not…
ODI 10573456
Engine
Durango was always well maintained and taken care of. Oil changed every 3,000 miles. One morning i started the truck and there was a strange ticking noise. The night before the truck ran fine as usual. It rained heavily that night. I did not use the truck at all for fear of doing any damage. I took the truck to the dealer and they didn't actually know what the ticking was and wanted me to pay about $550 in labor so…
ODI 10628877
Body · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and would not start. The contact shifted into neutral and was able to restart the vehicle. The failure was recurring and on some occasions, the vehicle would not restart until after several attempts. Additionally, the vehicle would hesitate to engage when the brakes were applied. The exterior body and the undercarriage…
ODI 10582925
Engine
Engine stalling when raining or going through car wash, reading on other complaints about this make and model of truck doing the same thing and it ends up blowing the motor, something needs to be done about this. *tr
ODI 10568699
Engine
Ran great when i parked it. Came out next morning went to start it and heard loud bang. When i got out to see what happened seen oil on the ground. Engine seized. Had hole in the block. Cost to fix this $4300. When will something be done about this. I can't afford to fix it so it will sit till they have a recall. *tr
ODI 10573335
Body · Electrical System · Engine
Rod pierced thru the bottom of engine and locked up (110k miles), family on board and happened while turning at busy intersection.. Had to replace engine used( found one with 70k, waiting on this one to do the same) consumes tons of oil. Electrical within driver seat and cd player are faulty/broken. Rust on rear outer wheel wells. (noticed this rust is apparent in every same model make year that i run across)
ODI 10825028
Engine
Sudden compete engine failure spun crank bearings and other rod damage. Engine had regular oil changed regularly. I used the good stuff mobile 1. Wow after reading about all of these blown up engines across the usa why haven't you done anything? Price to fix $6,000. 95,000 miles and engine failure something has to be done. *tr
ODI 10562293
Engine
Upon starting the engine, a loud knocking sound came from the engine. The car was at a repair facility for an unrelated issue. The mechanics believe that the engine is blown and needs replacement. This car had regular maintenance and had the oil changed recently. The mechanics checked the oil level which was normal. The engine also had a problem with it running rough after a heavy rain. *tr
ODI 10562580
Engine
Driving vehicle around 40 mph heard a banging noise, saw smoke pulled over and saw oil spilling from engine. Had vehicle towed inspected and found #7 connecting rod snapped. No good reason! *tr
ODI 10559796
Engine · Tie Rod Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle rapidly and abnormally accelerated when the accelerator pedal was engaged. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that engine oil was leaking from the vehicle and the tie rod was fractured. In addition, smoke and a small fire erupted from under the hood. The contact was able to contain the fire. The vehicle was inspected by a local…
Fire reported
ODI 10560922
Engine
On 12/30/13, owner started durango and heard loud pop from engine followed by check engine light. Owner drove durango to repair shop where he has serviced all his vehicles since moving to area 11 years ago. Shop manager inspected vehicle, noted check-engine still on and recommended engine diagnostic. On 12/31/13, shop called owner stating that engine diagnostic did not identify cause for check-engine light other…
ODI 10560845
Engine
For the past couple of weeks my wife and i have experienced our 2004 dodge durango stalling as we made low speed turns. Fortunately neither of us ended up getting in to an accident when the vehicle stalled each time. I told my wife i'd have the service shop have a look at it when i took it in for its needed oil change next week. On the morning of 12/30/13, i went out to start my durango to let it warm up some before…
ODI 10558019
Engine
After it had been raining all night i went to start it this morning and i heard a loud thump then nothing! Tried to start it again a couple times and nothing. I sat there in tears trying to figure out how i would get to work tomorrow then tried starting it again and it did start. Now making a loud clicking noise. After reading all of the same complaints i am having it towed to my local repair shop but today is…
ODI 10557624
Engine
Drove vehicle on 12-22-13 everything running fine went to drive on 12-23-13 and started truck just to hear a loud bang and thump checked out by mechanic and it has a busted connecting rod and engine block is shot and cant even rebuild this is a real problem that needs to be addressed quickly before any more hard working americans have to dump $7k dollars in their vehicle because some one wants to cover up a real…
ODI 10557443
Engine
There is a problem with the dodge hemi 5.7l engine*** i have maintained my 2004 dodge durango immaculately, mechanically and physically. I purchased my durango in 2006 from a dealer with 36k miles on it. In 2010 with 155,000 miles on it, the push rod broke when i was on my was to the office. The truck was sitting in my driveway from the night before and when i went to start the engine, it made a loud popping noise…
ODI 10560451
Engine
Backed vehicle into driveway next morning got in to crank and it made a horrible noise. Took to mechanic and motor was shot!! This is not the way i thought dodge company would be; will not have another. No help from dodge. *tr
ODI 10556403