2005 Dodge Durango Steering Problems
- 62
- 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 62 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- steering wheel · 14 records
- power steering · 14 records
- engine light · 8 records
- without warning · 8 records
- wheel drive · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 20 |
| 100–150k mi | 15 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
I own a 2005 dodge durango. Whenever the vehicle runs through a moderately sized rain puddle and water is sprayed up under the car the power steering fails but returns to service a short time after. This has happened repeatedly and the dealer has been called and they acknowledge the problem but say nothing can be done about it. It is truly a safety issue. I have experienced this along with my wife and sons. I live…
ODI 10317050
Steering
We have a dodge durango 2005 and the steering wheel locked while driving. When decelerating to stop, the car engine turned off. The car started again after putting in park mode and turning the ignition key again. *tr
ODI 10268285
Steering
Whenever the contact drives the vehicle at low speeds and begins to make a turn the steering column will suddenly lock up. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealership and the contact did not notice any differences beforehand. The current mileage is 92000, failure mileage was at 57000. Bml
ODI 10280700
Front · Steering
When negotiating a right turn through an intersection, my 2005 dodge durango would not turn in the expected direction of travel; thereby the vehicle proceeded into a ditch. No injuries to driver. No damage to property or other vehicles. After review of the vehicle for damage, the right front tire appeared to be severely misaligned and broken from the tie rod assembly. As of the date of this complaint, there severity…
Crash reported
ODI 10247635
Steering
Steering wheel wobbled then pulled dead left and vehicle went into oncoming traffic lane and struck dump truck pulling a trailer with a backhoe on it luckily everyone walked away. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10237313
Steering
2005 dodge durango - steering failure. When traveling in wet conditions, water will splash on to the engine pulleys - resulting in lost of power steering. *tr
ODI 10198121
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Mechanical · Power Train · Rear · Steering
We purchased a 2005 dodge durango used march 11, 2006 with 16,568, miles on it. On march 13th two days after we purchased it and 16,614 miles later (48 miles later) the truck broke down on the highway! We had the truck towed in to earnhardts dodge, find out the ring gear and pinion set needs replaced, differential side bearings - all axles replace (includes case and side gears if necessary) this is quoted from all…
ODI 10197207
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge durango. When the vehicle reaches 60 mph, it feels as if it will flip over and the wheels are uncontrollable. The contact stated that the vehicle does not need to be aligned; however, they pull the vehicle in the opposite direction. The vehicle also clunks and clinks during acceleration and the engine light remains illuminated. The sensors were changed and the engine light dimmed;…
ODI 10230140
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge durango. While driving 20 mph, the contact was unable to turn the steering wheel to the left. The failure only occurred during rainy conditions. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle. The current mileage is 45,611 and failure mileage was 25,000.
ODI 10193816
Steering
My firm represents several passengers and the personal representatives of the estates of two decedent who were killed when a 2005 dodge durango lost steering control on the florida turnpike. The vehicle is a rental vehicle from dollar rental car. It may be a case where the bolts in the steering were missing, but is yet to be determined. Please call [redacted] and ask for don hardeman. He has placed a "legal hold" on…
Crash reported · 6 injuries · 2 deaths
ODI 10141557
Electrical System · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge durango. While driving at 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred twice per week. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
ODI 10734735
Steering
The vehicle is making popping noise when turning. I traded my 2003 caravan in for the durango because it was making the same noise that my new durango is making and the dealerships (2 different ones) could not find or fix the problem. Now the durango is making the noise and the dealerships cant fix it. I called chrysler and all they could suggested was to take it to a different dealership. If that's all they can do…
ODI 10132778