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:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
63,500 miles

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2005 Dodge Durango fuel system problems

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2005 Dodge Durango Owner Comments (Page 13 of 23)

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problem #208

Dec 162010

Durango

  • 80,200 miles

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

Fuel spit back out of the fuel filler neck when filling up gas tank. This began occurring in December 2010 and occurs 100% of the time the tank is filled. Estimated.5 - 1 gallon of fuel is spilled each time. This issue is similar to existing NHTSA recall campaign 09V003000 / recall recall 09V-003 /recall 05V-034. I called my local Dodge dealer and they stated my VIN # is not covered by the recalls stated above. This is a serious safety concern. My Durango has a build date of March 2005 and the recalls above only covers Durangos built through November 2004. I am asking the investigation be reopened to determine if the existing recalls need to be expanded to cover additional build dates/VIN numbers.

- Wake Forest, NC, USA

problem #207

Feb 042011

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 39,000 miles
Fuel tank overflows every time I fill the tank. There is a recall for the 2005 Dodge Durango for this problem however my VIN # is not included in the recall. Chrysler states I must pay to have the vehicle diagnosed which is non refundable.

- Croydon, PA, USA

problem #206

Jan 312011

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 60,000 miles
Purchase 2005 Durango 3 weeks ago. Filled the gas tank 4 times and each time gas shoots out of the gas tank after fueling stops. Gas went on the vehicle, ground and person fueling. It doesn't matter how soon you stop fuelling. Contact Chrysler regarding the issue and known similar recall for other VIN numbers. Was told it wasn't covered and I would need to take it to a dealership and pay for diagnostic fee and repair fee. Did state that it may be covered under warranty that we purchased, but would have to pay 200 deductible. I explained that we didn't want to pay for a Dodge defect and was told that it wasn't a defect. I explained that many other vehicles - that weren't a part of the recall- were having this issue and that it should be looked into before someone catches on fire or catches a gas station on fire. I was ignored and told that if I wanted it fixed, I should take it to a dealership and be happy I have a warranty to pay for it.

- Independence, MO, USA

problem #205

Jan 242011

Durango

  • 88,000 miles

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

When filling up the gas tank, the tank overflows and spews out gasoline prior to the gas pump shutting off. This occurs when manually down the trigger on the gas pump and waiting for the pump to shut off automatically. I did not lock the gas pump trigger into place and was not attempting to "top off" the gas tank. My understanding is that some 2005 Durangos were recalled because of a similar issue. My vehicle shows no recalls but clearly has a safety issue relating to the gas tank.

- Elkin, NC, USA

problem #204

Jul 022010

Durango

  • 68,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that when he added gasoline to the fuel tank that the fuel would spill out of the tank. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer since they would have to drop the tank. They also advised him that his VIN was not included in the recall NHTSA campaign id number (09V003000-fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly). The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000 and the current mileage was approximately 75,000.

- Tolono, IL, USA

problem #203

Jul 012010

Durango

  • 20,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact was refueling the vehicle when fuel began to spew back out from the filler tube. The failure began as an intermittent issue but soon progressed to the point where the failure occurred whenever the contact was refueling the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 09V003000 (fuel system, gasoline: Storage: Tank assembly). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

- Dawsonville, GA, USA

problem #202

Oct 012009

Durango

  • 96,500 miles

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

Every time I fill up with gas, fuel comes gushing out of my fuel tank. At first, I thought it was the gas station nozzle, but realized that after using several different stations, this was not the case. After completing some research online, I saw there was a safety recall issued for this same complaint. I then contacted Chrysler and was informed that the VIN on my vehicle was not covered under the recall. I asked for my next steps, and was told to contact the dealership, which I did, and was told I could pay the $100 diagnostic fee to determine the cause. But, I was also informed that since my vehicle was not covered under the recall, I would have to pay "several" hundred dollars to get it fixed. The first time this happened, gas spewed all over my hands and feet. So, after cleaning myself up the best I could, I drove home smelling gas fumes. I have to listen very carefully and look at the gallons on the fuel pump to determine when I need to stop adding fuel. I then go turn the key to see how full the tank is. I then proceed again with the same steps until I think I have enough gas or at times, gas comes spewing out. I would hate to think of an injury that could occur to my eyes if gas got in them due to me listening so closely for the sound of a "full" tank. I have seen several complaints in which the VIN number wasn't covered, and I think this is ludicrous, if there is a safety issue, it needs to be resolved. Will it take the actions of my lawyer to get this resolved?

- Decatur, IL, USA

problem #201

Oct 202010

Durango

  • 68,000 miles
The 2005 Dodge Durango vehicle is showing symptoms listed in recall 09V003000 -- at the end of refueling, some fuel escapes from the vehicle through the filler neck, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire. This is a consistent issue, although the amount of escaped fuel varied from station to station. Dealer suggested my vehicle is not a part of the recall based on the VIN number, and therefore any repairs would be paid out of pocket.

- Huntersville, NC, USA

problem #200

Oct 012010

Durango

  • 76,700 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that when refueling the vehicle, gasoline would spew back from the filler tube and onto the contact. The contact located a recall pertaining to the failure for the fuel system under NHTSA campaign id number: 09V003000 (gasoline:storage:tank assembly) but the contacts vehicle was not included in the recall. The contact stated the failure was a safety issue that could cause a fire and the manufacturer should be held responsible. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 76,700.

- Memphis , TN, USA

problem #199

Jan 012009

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 80,000 miles
When putting gasoline into my tank, gas will shoot out of the tank periodically throughout the process.. I estimate that approximately 4-5 cups of gas end up on the ground, on my feet, and on my clothes. It will continually spew out unless I barely depress the fill up arm at the pump. This results in not only gasoline over the ground and myself, but it will often take me about 30 minutes to fill my tank. I contacted Chrysler/Dodge customer care and was told that my vehicle was not included in a recall that was for the same problem and same year model.

- Wright City, MO, USA

problem #198

Jan 012008

Durango

  • 50,000 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 took twenty minutes to fill the fuel tank and the fuel continued to spill back out from the filler tube. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that they were not aware of the type of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

- Wright City , MO, USA

problem #197

Jan 052009

Durango

  • 16,000 miles
The contact owns 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that when fuel was added to the vehicle the fuel tank would not shut off when the vehicle was full. The failure caused gasoline to spill out of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they are aware of the failure and that there was a recall for the failure but his vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was 16,000 and the current mileage was 32,000.

- New Berlin , WI, USA

problem #196

Oct 152010

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 83,000 miles
2005 Dodge Durango spills fuel when finishing filling the tank. This is a common problem, but Dodge will only include certain vins in the recall, even though the same year and model vehicle is affected with different vins. This is a serious issue that can result in a fire or explosion.

- Lathrop, MO, USA

problem #195

Nov 152010

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 87,505 miles
Fuel splashes up the filler when refueling - started in November 2010 and has occurred on last 4 fill-ups.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #194

Oct 202010

Durango

  • 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated whenever dispensing fuel into the fuel tank to the full capacity, the fuel would abruptly spill out of the filler neck. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

- Lathrop, MO, USA

problem #193

Dec 202010

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 89,950 miles
At the completion of fueling my 2005 Dodge Durango, the fuel pump will shut off, then 1-2 seconds later approximately 1 cup of fuel will spit back out of the fuel tank. It has occurred 4 time over the past 2 months (each time I fill up). While researching the issue, I came across NHTSA action number RQ08005, and contacted Chrysler (case #20241304) who told me to bring the vehicle into delray motors to evaluate. They replaced the filler pipe, charged me $403.21, but the problem still exists. After returning the car to delray motors, they have made various accusation regard me not represent what the problem was, and now they are saying they will not honor the recall because it was completed in August of 2005 (which was never done). How do I get Dodge/Chrysler to honor this recall?

- Boca Raton, FL, USA

problem #192

Dec 212010

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 42,553 miles
I own a 2005 Dodge Durango slt 5.7 liter V8. I have approximately 43,100 miles on my vehicle. As of right now, everytme I fill up my car, the pump will click off and then gas will start spraying out of the gas tank. It has recently happened three times in a row without fail. It appears it's several cups of gas that sprays out. I have to make sure I am clear of the gas tank pipe or I will be covered in gas. I contacted Dodge with the issue and they informed me that my vehicle did not have any recalls. I did some research on my own and learned that there were two recalls for the same issue. I was advised to file a complaint to let someone know there are still more of these dangerous issues happening. Please help with this issue. It is very dangerous.

- Knoxville, TN, USA

problem #191

Dec 212010

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 68,500 miles
Fuel pours out of the fuel port during refueling. The fuel tank doesn't trigger the shut off of the fuel.

- Omaha, NE, USA

problem #190

Mar 012010

Durango

  • 31,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact noticed that the fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve would not close at the end of refueling the vehicle, similar to NHTSA campaign id number: 05V034000 ( fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap). Both the dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure who advised the contact that his vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage was approximately 38,000 and the failure mileage was approximately 31,000.

- Edison, NJ, USA

problem #189

Dec 102010

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • 151,230 miles
I recently purchased a used 2005 Durango. It spits fuel out the filler neck horribly when trying to fill it up. Even on slowest setting on the pump handle it launches fuel onto the truck, pump handle, and enough to "run" if ground is slanted. I contacted Dodge who says basically its my baby. I have to buy a tank to fix it. But similar vehicles with the same issue are covered under a recall. When I questioned it to the Dodge representative he insisted it was a different issue. How can this be possible for 2 vehicles to have the exact same thing happen, only to find some are covered and some are not. This is a very dangerous and extremely inconvenient situation, not to mention the embarrassment.

- New London, MO, USA

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