2005 Dodge Durango Power Train Problems
- 156
- 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 156 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- wheel drive · 70 records
- transfer case · 53 records
- four wheel · 26 records
- failure mileage · 16 records
- diagnosed repaired · 11 records
- case motor · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 56 |
| 150–400k mi | 50 |
| 60–100k mi | 36 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
2005 dodge durango 5.7 hemi. While driving down the road the service 4wd warning light started blinking and the 4wd started to activate on its own. As the vehicle sits when activating the door locks with the remote the 4wd actuates on its own. *tr
ODI 10543741
Power Train
When vehicle is off, switching noise from the transfer case switching motor on the awd dodge durango moving on its own from awd to 4lock to 4lo occurs. Src 4wd light may come on but then clears when engine is turned off. The switching is not controlled by the normal operational control that would be done by drive. I am concerned about shorting wiring in vehicle causing a fire due to shorting. When unlocking the…
ODI 10534765
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
The first time it happened, the transfer case went into neutral, on it's own, while driving on a divided highway, with no shoulder. It kind of created a traffic jam. Long story short. A friend towed me home. I reset the transfer case per the instruction manual, and it went back into gear. Still do not know why it went into neutral in the first place. Now, when you open the doors, the transfer case motor operates…
ODI 10525668
Power Train
4wd engages without switch being thrown. 4wd engages and disengages at will. So far just annoying, but could cause crash if it engages on turn at medium speed. *tr
ODI 10516269
Power Train · Steering
Date investigation opened: nov 02, 2005 date investigation closed: aug 29, 2007 nhtsa action number: ea05018 component(s): power train all products associated with this investigation details 26 associated documents manufacturer: chrysler group llc summary: analysis of the complaint, field report and warranty data shows that the majority of stalling incidents in the subject vehicles appear to be related to the engine…
ODI 10509253
Power Train · Steering · Unknown Or Other
Same issue as reported below: date investigation opened: nov 18, 2010 date investigation closed: open nhtsa action number: aq10001 component(s): unknown or other all products associated with this investigation details 43 associated documents manufacturer: chrysler group llc , ford motor company , general motors llc summary: the agency, particularly in recent months, has been informed of incidents involving…
ODI 10509249
Power Train
I have a transmission problem that can't be defined or pin-pointed. It has occurred over the last year numerous times. No one can seem to fix. The transmission drops out into neutral at high speeds or drops into 4wd low at moderate speeds, lately the transfer case will make noise when i unlock the truck and when i go to start it the transmission grinds and drops into 4wd low!!! If it wasn't for my awareness of the…
ODI 10537303
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the four wheel drive system engaged independently and caused the steering wheel to become difficult to turn. The contact restarted the vehicle and it functioned properly until the following day. The contact was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure…
ODI 10542117
Electrical System · Power Train
There is a problem with my car switching into 4lo. When i unlock my car it makes a clicking noise under the car like it is switching from awd to 4lo. Also, my 4lo light flashes on my dash and it sounds like it is trying to switch even though it is left in awd. *tr
ODI 10493328
Power Train
At various times for no particular reason, the vehicle switches in and out of 4-wheel high and low. The issue began with it off, there was a audible mechanical shifting coming from what appeared to be the transfer case. After that the issue began getting worse and worse, several mechanics have looked at it and were unable to identify what the issue was. Recently, the vehicle has begun shifting into neutral at 45…
ODI 10563845
Power Train
The vehicle will automatically engage itself into 4-wheel drive mode. The incidents usually happen at low speeds. Although, the incident can, has, and will happen at higher speeds. When it occurs at low speeds, the vehicle will accelerate slowly and refuse to turn. When the incident happens at higher speeds, the vehicle will seemingly lock the tires and if not handled correctly the driver can lose complete control…
ODI 10484827
Power Train
Vehicle switches in and out of 4wd and 4lo without warning or indication. As read on internet, a major problem with these vehicles yet chrysler does nothing about it. Potential for major accident and vehicle damage. From what i read, it is impossible to repair and is a major occurance. *tr
ODI 10482881
Electrical System · Power Train · Steering
The vehicle will automatically engage itself into 4-wheel drive mode. The incidents usually happen at low speeds. Although, the incident can, has, and will happen at higher speeds. When it occurs at low speeds, the vehicle will accelerate slowly and refuse to turn. When the incident happens at higher speeds, the vehicle will seemingly lock the tires and if not handled correctly the driver can lose complete control…
ODI 10480094
Power Train
Transfer case tries to shift into 4lo at random (yellow 4lo light on dash flashes & can feel it trying to switch) & it also tries engaging when the key isn't in the ignition. I've read that if it engages in 4lo at a high speed it could do major damage to the power train & possibly result in an accident. I've searched in google & it appears that there are quite a few people experiencing this problem. I've had the…
ODI 10503335
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
When i'm driving in traffic (approx 30-45 mph) or stopped at a light, my vehicle randomly shuts off. There's no indication this will happen. No lights flash or anything. The truck simply stops. I take it to mechanics and they say they can't identify the problem--but they recognize there's a problem. I'm fearful for the safety of my family in the vehicle and/or anyone we encounter when this happens. It's nearly…
ODI 10619450
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge durango. The contact stated that the check engine lamp illuminated and the vehicle started to shift hard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the shift solenoid was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.
ODI 10461676
Engine · Power Train
First incident happened at a low speed coming into a turn. I did some research online and found that most durango owners had luck with fuel system cleaning and/or egr valve replacements. I did both, and the vehicle ran fine up until today (2 months later). There were previous "investigations" for recall services a few years back, but they were closed out. I hope dodge decides to open an investigation again.. I do…
ODI 10465623
Electrical System · Power Train
4x4 locks up when turning end result broke my transfer case. *tr
ODI 10567916
Power Train · Steering
My transfer case will shift from awd to 4lo with no warning. My transfer case also shifts into 4wd, when i should be in awd. These shifts happen frequently and at any speed. *tr
ODI 10498451
Electrical System · Power Train
Vehicle engages and disengages into four wheel drive on its own. Will engage while driving at high speeds on freeway, while vehicle is off and when unlocking doors with key fob. Stereo changes stations and volume adjusts on its own. Have unhooked transfer case to avoid an accident. *tr
ODI 10949172
Electrical System · Power Train · Steering
2005 durango 4.7 v8 hemi my vehicle randomly shuts down on its own, locking the steering column, when slowing down and turning at the same time as when coasting into a parking space or coming to a stop. Also, on some of these occasions, all interior electrical components seem to go out, inst panel, radio, fan/blower, etc. Brought in multiple times for inspection, they say they find nothing. In last 6 months, 4wd…
ODI 10550065
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
2005 dodge durango 5.7 liter hemi. On freeway, engine started "pulling" and "missing" and shut off. 75 mph freeway speed, extremely dangerous situation. Had a car load of kids. Was able to put car in neutral, and start the engine (doesnt start immediately). Ran fine for about 50 miles afterwards. Happens about every 50 miles of driving. Has been going on for 6 months. Gives no codes as to what it can be. Cleaned…
ODI 10422692
Power Train
2005 dodge durango stalls while driving without warning. Had the dodge dealership service center in local area diagnose it, and they reflashed the pcm and gave it a tune-up. There aren't any codes coming up during diagnostics. $400 and an hour later it was still stalling. It stalls on average three times a day without warning, sometimes while stopping or turning. It is extremely dangerous and i don't want my…
ODI 10394325
Power Train · Steering
2005 dodge durango stalls and power steering seems to go out when making a sharp right turn. The vehicle has done this 5-6 times over the last two weeks. There have been several close calls in getting rear-ended by a car behind us. The dodge dealer can't seem to find anything wrong! *tr
ODI 10331242
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph the vehicle stalled without any warning. In addition, she mentioned that on a different occasion the four wheel service warning lamp illuminated and all for tires seized. As a result, the vehicle lunged forward abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the front control module had an internal short and…
ODI 10460309