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
The vehicle was kept in good condition oil changed ect. Vehicle threw a rod at around 30 mph. *tr
ODI 10549421
Engine
When starting engine piston connecting rod broke, this is a problem with the 2004 durango with thr 5.7 hemi engine. *tr
ODI 10525525
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that while traveling 60 mph, the motor suddenly failed. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where it was found that a rod in the motor had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 137,000.
ODI 10523725
Electrical System · Engine · Structure
Vehicle was running fine until storm came through dumping continuous rain on vehicle. I went to move the vehicle later that day and noticed standing water on drivers side floorboard/carpet. It was soaked! I went to start the engine it didn't respond initially so i turned ignition backwards (off direction) and tried to restart. At that moment it started very rough and made a loud noise from the engine and continually…
ODI 10524878
Engine
We were driving with the family, then we heard this loud noise coming from the engine. After pulling over in a parking lot i notice a hole on the side of the block on the drivers side. I couldn't believe it. We take care of that like one if our babies. After doing some research, i can't belive dodge knows about the problem 04 durangos have and they are doing nothing about it. We still owe 4k on ours and now what??…
ODI 10617283
Engine
2004 dodge durango limited 5.7l hemi had a knocking noise, took it to the dealer and based on their visual and hearing inspection suspected to be the flywheel ring; dealer stated that they needed to take the trans out for a final assessment. Dealer stated that there was not issues with engine. A week later while driving at approximately 55mph a loud noise and smoke came from underneath the vehicle. The engine…
ODI 10532603
Engine
Went to start up the durango to go to the doctors. Heard a lot of thumping and shut it off immediately. My dad heard the noise and came over to look at it. Looked underneath the durango and saw pieces of the engine sitting in the street. Also saw a small child's fist size hole in the engine. My dad is a mechanic so this durango was kept in good shape, oil changed every 3,000 miles. This is a manufacture flaw that…
ODI 10521727
Engine
Went to start my durango, heard a bunch of thumping, turned it off and looked under the vehicle and found 3 pieces of the engine. *tr
ODI 10520816
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 inspected under the hood and noticed excessive oil leaking from the engine. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.
ODI 10522227
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle began to shake. Upon stopping the vehicle at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts; however, the failure recurred whenever it rained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made…
ODI 10726259
Engine
After a night of heavy rain, i went out to start my durango, and the engine had seized up. After three or four tries, it started, but was banging and knocking. I had it towed, and was told the engine had failed, with a bend or broken rod. Had to have the engine replaced. I had done the oil change every 3000 miles, and taken good care of this vehicle. I have read of many other's that have had the same problem with…
ODI 10519997
Engine
After doing extensive research on the issues associated with my vehicle, i am disgusted to find out how common they are on this make/model/year. Being a parent of four children, two sets of twins, who are of toddler and school age, i have always been compelled to maintain my durango. Not to mention because it had alot of miles, i factored into my budget high-mileage maintenance as scheduled. Several times my durango…
ODI 10514666
Electrical System · Engine
When raining vehicle wants to shut off due to water running down the hood/ windshield cowl and directly running onto engine electrical components. Perform a search for vehicle and issue. I am not the only one to have this issue. *tr
ODI 10576115
Engine
I was driving down the road, i pressed the gas and i heard the loud noise sounded like a flat tire, i pulled over, opened the hood and saw a little oil splattered on the motor (no oil dripping) and i had it towed to 2 different places, the first placed said i needed a motor and then i towed it to the dodge place here in town. They said it hydrolocked, from water getting in the motor from the windshield, they said…
ODI 10514867
Electrical System · Engine
2004 dodge durango limited, 5.7l hemi, purchased on 5/15/13. Extended warranty purchased with vehicle at time of sale. Vehicle has been returned for service five times to date for same root issue. In under one year, only approximately 2600 miles have been driven due to lack of reliability and service related problems. In this case, the root problem is known to the service department and is not unique to this…
ODI 10584440
Engine
I turned the key to start the durango and it acted like it had a low battery. I tried again and it started, but the engine began to knock badly. I have it now at the mechanic and beginning to look like will need new motor. I can provide more info later. I found on the net others have had the same type problem and thought i would report this. I have only had this car about a month ago. I have driven it with no…
ODI 10511620
Engine
Went to a drive-through car wash ... While car was rinsing - lots of water - the engine light came on and the engine started idling roughly. I got out of the wash and got on to the highway with the engine still cutting out sporadically. I drove about a mile and the engine smoothed out, but then i heard a warning bell and noted that my engine temp had shot up. I immediately pulled over. Engine coolant was everywhere.…
ODI 10511418
Engine
Engine connecting rod failure on well maintained engine during starting up in the morning. Rain occurred during most of the night. *tr
ODI 10510852
Engine
It started with what i thought was just an egr problem about two years ago, and i replaced it. It kept dying, especially when it was raining pretty good, and i thought something was getting wet. I thought it was the starter or battery, and replaced the battery. A few days before the last incident, it didn't want to start again, so i thought i guessed wrong and was going to replace the starter. May 3, 2013, on the…
ODI 10531907
Engine
I have a 2004 dodge durango sometime last week there was a heavy rain, i went out to start my truck and it would not start. Later that day it started but there was a loud horrible noise.. I found out today the motor is gone. This happened before when it rained it didn't start for a while and then started later. The engine is very expensive and seems life when there is heavy rain the truck stalls now it's completely…
ODI 10510840
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge durango. The contact stated that after starting the engine, he heard a loud noise emanating from the engine that sounded like rocks were under the hood. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 160,000.
ODI 10509861
Engine
I took my vehicle in for an oil change, the repair rep called to tell me that there was a loud knocking/ticking sound when he started the engine. I dropped the vehicle off the night before and there was no knocking or ticking sound. After contacting my warranty company and given the repair shop permission to break down the vehicle over the past 3 weeks that my truck has been in the shop, they now are telling me that…
ODI 10512881
Engine
Loud noise emanates from the bottom of the truck followed by smoke. Engine goes dead. Tried restarting, but to no avail. Towed vehicle to dealership only to be told that a piston came off and blew a whole in the engine. As a results, a whole new engine is required. Engine had no sludge whatsoever and well maintained. This almost caused an accident as it was rush hour and vehicles were behind. 2004 5.7l hemi limited…
ODI 10511445
Engine
First thing is when it rain the suv stall and cuts off. The top part of the roof on the inside gets wet also my seatbelts. Then the second thing is the engine which threw a rod at 149000 miles. The only one that work on this vehicle was the dodge dealership. And i just had my oil change a month before with there 23 point inspection. Someone needs to look into this water problem with this vehicle that's why these…
ODI 10578036
Engine
Engine would not start in the rain. When i tried again on a sunny day, engine started and then a very loud metallic clicking sound came from the engine. Mechanic says broken sleeve or rod, and i probably need a new engine. This seems to be pretty common: http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f1dd4b2/238. *tr
ODI 10511480