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 already caught on fire.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
84,417 miles

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2005 Dodge Durango fuel system problems

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2005 Dodge Durango Owner Comments (Page 3 of 11)

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problem #162

Feb 072018

Durango

  • 60,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the fuel overflowed without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic and a dealer. The dealer (pearson Chrysler Jeep Dodge, 8250 w broad St, richmond, va 23294, (804) 965-0300) stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA action number: RQ08005 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer issued two fuel system recalls and three fuel system tsbs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no solution. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

- Henrico, VA, USA

problem #161

Jul 012012

Durango

  • 95,000 miles
Large amount of fuel spits out of fuel inlet tube at the end of refueling. Existing recall that address this issue does not cover enough vins.

- Glen St Mary, FL, USA

problem #160

Jan 012015

Durango

  • 125,000 miles
Owner of 2005 Dodge Durango with faulty check valve in fuel filler tube. Vehicle VIN currently not included in Chrysler recall H45, (NHTSA 05V034000). Upon fuel fill up, vehicle overflows substantial amount of fuel from filler neck onto side of vehicle and ground on every fuel hose cut off.

- Harrisburg, NC, USA

problem #159

Dec 242017

Durango

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

"takata recall" I'm handicap, trying to get airbags replaced, keep getting run around, dealers no help, finally one dealer says parts are on order, but still no results, have been over 1 year, I'm still recieving recall letters in mail, frustrated, need vehicle fixed,

- Phila, PA, USA

problem #158

Nov 242017

Durango

  • 138,000 miles
When filling the gas tank fuel spits out everywhere resulting in a fire hazard and personal safety issues for the person fueling the vehicle. This had been an issue since I purchased the vehicle in February. I contacted the family of the previous owner who stated this has always been a problem.

- Rossford, OH, USA

problem #157

Nov 012017

Durango

  • 112,680 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was an emissions leak and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to mt. Ephraim Chrysler Dodge Ram (620 N black horse pike, mt ephraim, NJ 08059 (856) 931-2000) where it was diagnosed that there was a very small evaporative emission system leak. The dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new O-ring, lock ring, and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 09V003000 (fuel system, gasoline) and stated that the vehicle was previously repaired twice; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 112,680.

- Runnemede, NJ, USA

problem #156

Jun 032012

Durango

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I stopped at the gas station to put gas in my 2005 Durango. When it was full the gas sprayed out all over my leg and boots. When I looked for a recall there was one but not for my VIN. Because of this my finder is rusting out and ever Durango I see the same make as mine has the same rust spot. I don't understand why it isn't part of the recall. The gas overflow and the rust spot.

- Upper Sandusky, OH, USA

problem #155

Jul 152016

Durango

  • 178,000 miles
My Dodge Durango is filled with gas it will overflow. The gas pump kicks off and then gas comes spraying back out and spills gas down the side of the car. It will continue pushing gas out for about 30 seconds to a minute. I'm afraid to fill the tank to capacity due to the fire danger or explosion.

- Pagosa Springs, CO, USA

problem #154

Aug 172017

Durango

  • 206,000 miles
Every time I fill my tank, fuel burps back out and spills all over the side of the SUV and on the ground. I called Dodge, and they said the recall for this was already performed, and that repairing it will cost me around $900! if a recall, has been fixed, and still the problem persists, then the recall should be re-performed!

- Gentry, AR, USA

problem #153

Jun 152017

Durango

  • 160,000 miles
Upon filling the gas tank since the first time on June 15, 2017, and every time since then, the fuel always spits back, and all over the place, including on the gas attendant, upon any one walking by, on the car, and of course, on the ground. It may or may not be the fuel tank inlet check valve (fuel filler tube), but the dangerous safety issue remains. I have read that 20,000 Durangos have been recalled from 2005 for this issue, but for reasons unknown, even though my 2005 Durango also has this dangerous safety problem, I am told by the dealer that my 2005 Durango has not been recalled. If for some reason it has not been recalled, it obviously should be recalled because it has the same exact issue that the other 2005 Durangos have been recalled for. So why not mine?

- Rocky Point, NY, USA

problem #152

May 102016

Durango

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My 05 Dodge Durango, which I am the only owner of, overflows gas while filling up the tank. I was told it is a recall, I called the local dealership to schedule an appointment to fix it, I was treated with absolute disrespect and was told my car was already fixed through the warranty, I assured them I was the only owner and it was never fixed, they again told me it was and they would not pay for it to get fixed again even if it is the same issue that the recall was for. I have had the gas overflow and spray all over me multiple times, including one time while I was holding my infant child. This is not ok and so beyond unsafe!!! it clearly wasn't fixed and I would like it fixed before someone gets hurt! the vehicle was off and parked. I also know multiple people with this same model and theirs do the same thing and all have rust eating through their vehicles on the panel under their gas tanks, was fixing that also in the recall since it is clearly due to the gas overflowing?

- Kalispell, MT, USA

problem #151

May 202017

Durango

  • miles
After fueling, when tank is full, it will begin dumping (spitting) fuel from gas filler tube. Vehile is turned off and stationary when this occurs. This occurs at every fill up.

- Kirby, TX, USA

problem #150

May 072017

Durango

  • 190,000 miles
A recall that supposedly happened before I purchased the vehicle is showing the symptoms of why it was recalled to begin with. The recall #E01, NHTSA #05V-034 which involves the fuel filler tube inlet check valve. Every single time I try to put gas in my Durango, the fuel spurts out at me... even when I go super slow in filling it up. This has been going on for at least 2 years now. The area around and under the gas cap is now all corroded and rusted. I recently took some pictures during the fill to show all the gas on the ground and on the car. I took this to Dodge city in brookfield, wi and they could not fix the problem without charging me for the work (almost $600). In researching this problem, I see many people with these Durangos have this issue but Chrysler will not fix it without charging the end user.

- Muskego, WI, USA

problem #149

Mar 152017

Durango

  • 129,494 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. While attempting to fuel the vehicle, the contact was unable to insert the entire fuel pump nozzle into the fuel filler neck. The fuel filler neck would only allow a certain amount of fuel to enter at a time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel filler neck and fuel tank parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,494.

- Pennsauken, NJ, USA

problem #148

Feb 252017

Durango

  • 73,000 miles
Fuel tank overflows every time when fueling. I try to pump as slowly as possible but fuel still runs down side of truck when about 3/4 full every single fill-up. Last happened previous Saturday. This has been occurring last 15,000 miles. Local dealer claims nothing is wrong.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

problem #147

Feb 022017

Durango

  • 156,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that there was a recall regarding the fuel tank filler inlet check valve. The contact's vehicle was not included. The contact stated that fuel leaked out of the fuel tank after filling the tank. The contact noticed a strong odor of fuel while driving. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 156,000.

- North Chesterfield, VA, USA

problem #146

Feb 032017

Durango

  • 108,000 miles
Engine cuts off at any speed, but especially at low idle, when nearing an intersection, or turning the vehicle at a lower, safer speed. This happens on highway, residential streets, stoplights, basically anywhere at anytime.

- Kingsland, GA, USA

problem #145

Aug 032016

Durango

  • 238,990 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. While attempting to refuel the vehicle, there was evidence of a fuel leakage coming from the filler neck of the fuel tank. The contact stated that the failure recurred on every fuel fill up. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V003000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 238,990.

- Pompano Beach, FL, USA

problem #144

Jul 012016

Durango

  • 24,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that when attempting to refuel the vehicle, fuel leaked from the gasket once the fuel level reached half a tank. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000.

- New Port Richey, FL, USA

problem #143

Nov 182016

Durango

  • miles
Everytime I fill the tank up it spits fuel back out at me.

- Creston, IA, USA

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