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Leaking Coolant And Overheating
2004 Dodge Durango
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Dodge dealer.
CarComplaints.com Notes: The second generation Durango was introduced in 2004 and instantly came under fire for, well, catching on fire.
From 2004-2006 electrical overloading in the driver's side instrument panel caused numerous reports of interior fires. The interior infernos became so commonplace that Chrysler eventually issued a recall.
The problems didn't stop there, however. Owners of the recalled vehicles complained about being treated unfairly and given take-it-or-leave-it low ball settlement offers. "They offered me $2000 under NADA retail as a settlement," said one owner, "and have been rude and hostile to deal with." Nothing says awesome service like treating your customers rudely after their cars have caught on fire.
Have we mentioned all the reports of complete engine failure due to oil sludge?
9.2
really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- $610
- Average Mileage:
- 58,650 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 8 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (3 reports)
- replace radiator (2 reports)
- replace head cylinder (1 reports)
- replaced fan clutch (1 reports)
- replaced water pump (1 reports)
cooling system problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
There was no warning or signs of overheating - Gage just went to HOT! Never a radiator problem. Still at shop & repairs are $1300 - if heads are not cracked - if they are repairs are going to be OVER $2,000!!! I am going to call Chrysler-Dodge headquarters today to explore possible recalls as I see several complaints about this problem in dodge Durango with this engine.
- Stephanie B., Waxhaw, NC, US