2012 Dodge Durango Power Train Problems
- 29
- 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 29 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 5 records
- chrysler jeep · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Power Train · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge durango. While making a turn driving at low speed the steering wheel failed to turn and vehicle stalled. The battery warning indicator light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to an another independent mechanic who stated the serpentine belt, pcm, battery, and alternator needed…
ODI 11302266
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
2012 dodge durango has history of starting and stalling problem. While vehicle was under warranty, it would stall right after you start it. The dealer performed fuel pump relay recall, and problem was not fixed. The next dealer remove the external fuel pump relay and replaced tipm, problem was still not fixed. Dealer then re-completed the fuel pump relay recall, problem still not fix. Now the vehicle is stalling…
ODI 11277453
Power Train
I was driving 65 mph when i noticed the 4wd low light come on without having switched to that setting. The car engine was racing. I came to a stop at a safe spot, shifted into park and switched the 4wd low knob to the normal position of awd. I didn't notice any issues for several months; the car was operational. Then, i was driving less than 10 mph in 2wd on a gravel driveway. The car shifted into awd for a couple…
ODI 11252885
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking transmission fluid without warning. Mac haik jackson chrysler dodge jeep ram (5395 interstate 55, north frontage rd, jackson, ms 39206, [redacted]) informed the contact that the condenser was leaking from the seal. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure…
ODI 11174760
Power Train
I filed a complaint recently about my vehicle stating i thought there was a problem with my transmission solenoid but i took it to a transmission repair shop today and was told my transmission was failing. I'm filing this complete cause i believe this isn't something that just happens out of the blue. I take my car in for regular check ups and inspections and have always fixed anything that was wrong with it. My car…
ODI 11160796
Power Train
While driving my 2012 dodge durango i noticed my gear would shift to manual in the 4th gear without me having to move the gear stick. I did some research and found that this was common in a lot of dodge/jeep/chrysler vechiles. I take my care in for regular inspections and make sure my car is running. I think this is a manufacturing mishap and needs to be addressed. I was told it was my transmission cycloid.
ODI 11160584
Electrical System · Power Train
Takara recall - loud clicking sounds from underneath the vehicle. Took it local transmission mechanic and was told it was the transfer case motor. Did not get a safety warning light. After checking internet notice that i was the first with this problem. Seems dodge has a history concerning transfer case motor. The clicking sounds happened even after turn vehicle off and when starting or shifting from p to d,r or n.
ODI 11141507
Electrical System · Power Train
Using the push button start system, with the engine off, the brake pedal not depressed, and the transmission gear selector set to p(ark). When the push button start is pressed twice, the vehicle attempted to start up, and started to move on it's own. There was nobody in the driver seat, the brake pedal was not depressed, the transmission was in park. Blue water chrysler dealership in fort gratiot, mi has verified…
ODI 11102743
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge durango. The contact stated that an abnormal burning odor was present in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to sumter chrysler dodge jeep & ram ([redacted], sumter, sc, 29150) where it was diagnosed that the transmission fluid line fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the parts having to be ordered. The local dealer instructed the contact to make…
ODI 11024627
Power Train
As i was driving down a city street i approached a stop light and came to a complete stop. Once the light turned green i proceeded to go.i noticed the vehicle hesitated to take off and looked down and realized the vehicle was in 4th gear. This is the 3rd time i have had this issue and each time i have had to pay out of pocket to get my vehicle fixed. I have replaced the shift solenoid pack 3 times and replaced the…
ODI 10995008
Power Train
While driving down a residential street the vehicle jumped into 4th gear. I was going about 10 mph because i was approaching a stop sign. After i stopped i proceeded to take off and the vehicle hesitated. Once it started to move i noticed the vehicle jerked a little and moved really slow but the rpm was really high. I parked the vehicle and had it towed to a dodge shop near my house. They did a diagnostic test and…
ODI 10995015
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
The vehicle stalls while driving (very intermittently). Does not log any engine codes and mainly happens on deceleration. But has happened at highway speeds when exiting the freeway and also at low speeds when coming to a stop sign. When the engine stalls you loose power steering and brakes but all of the electronics keep working radio, lights, etc... I have called chrysler care opened a case, which they assisted in…
ODI 10956318
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
My 2012 dodge durango purchased brand new has been having major electrical issues since the motor was power washed at covert dodge dealership in north austin. They had an inexperienced car washer clean up the oil that was on the motor from a hose change. He used a very high pressure, pressure washer and it shorted the electronics causing the vehicle to shut down unexpectedly with no warning. This has happened…
ODI 10910354
Power Train
There's this weird looking aluminum tube about 7 feet long that twists and turns under the vehicle that carries the freon that supplies the cold air conditioning in my truck. So exactly where the tube goes next to the muffler it got corroded and i had to replace it with a new one. Almost $1k in parts and labor and truck only had about 60,000 miles on it and i had only used the air conditioning seldomly during 3…
ODI 11021299
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Driving normally for about an hour. Made 10 minute stop. Came out and car would not fire. Cranked for 20 seconds twice and nothing. Waited 5 minutes and it started. Went to pull out into traffic and it stalled. Cranked again, nothing. Then started. It happened again 2 days later. Took to dealer and they said it was a faulty tipm and not covered by warranty. *tr
ODI 10700830
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge durango. While driving approximately 29 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate past 29 mph. In addition, the passenger side turn signal and the driver side tail light intermittently operated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the failure was due to cold weather and no repairs were needed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was unavailable.…
ODI 10684303
Power Train
I brought my vehicle in for a problem with the tires or brakes and they found a leak. At first they quoted me on the transmission cooler and all of the hoses. It was around $1,100. My husband brought it back and come to find out it was only leaking from the actual cooler and the hoses did not need to be changed. It is leaking where the tube is saudered to the end cap on the transmission cooler. Shouldn't this be a…
ODI 10672088
Power Train
I currently purchased a 2012 dodge durango with the v-6 engine. I noticed a similar issue when starting out, at about 22 mph to 27mph it feels like there is a power drop-off if accelerating normal. If you accelerate faster the drop-off is not present but a speeding ticket maybe coming. Current mileage 36,275. *tr
ODI 10667833
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Vehicle starts then stalls out, or just cranks and cranks, and won't start. Happened a few times at stop lights after short drive. Was able to finally get started to drive to dealer, was told i could either replace the tipm for over $1000, or do a fuel relay bypass to the existing tipm for a little over $550. Same exact problem all the recalled durango/grand cherokees have, yet the 2012's haven't been recalled? Why?…
ODI 10640936
Engine · Power Train · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired at the tuttle click toftin chrysler dodge jeep ram dealer for taking a long time to crank. After unknown repairs were performed, the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. On one occasion, while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact stated that the failure occurred…
Crash reported
ODI 11006207
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
I have a 2012 dodge durange rt. When parked at a gas station, tried to turn engine on with push start switch and engine does not start. When pushing start switch again it makes the sound like the engine is trying to turn over but does nothing. In order to get the engine to stop from making the turn over noise i have to move from park to in gear. Then i receive the "ignition or accessory on" message. In order to get…
ODI 10615589
Power Train
After backing out of parking space put vehicle in drive. Upon placing my foot on accelerator i noted that vehicle barely moved. Looked to see if vehicle was in drive. Display read 4. Attempted several times to put vehicle in drive without success. Had to put vehicle in park, turn engine off and the restart. This was the first time this has occurred. Vehicle at dealer now. This incident occurred 1 day after i noted…
ODI 10606867
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge durango. While the vehicle was idling at a traffic light, there was a delay in acceleration without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v115000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
ODI 10723960
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge durango. While driving 50 mph, the transmission independently shifted into first gear and the vehicle decelerated to 20 mph. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently approximately four times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for diagnostic testing; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10903037
Power Train
I have had an intermittent transmission/electronic malfunction. After starting the vehicle and moving the shift lever from "p" (park) to "d" (drive) the numeral "4" is displayed in the evic (electronic vehicle information center) where one would expect to see the letter "d". At this point when the accelerator is pushed the vehicle moves forward but with a distinct lack of power. When moving the shift lever to the…
ODI 10578790