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

fuel system problem

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2005 Dodge Durango Owner Comments (Page 23 of 23)

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problem #8

Nov 242008

Durango

  • 1 miles

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

While filling up the fuel tank (every time), fuel pours out through the filler neck once the tank is filled. Depending upon the type of fuel pump being used, fuel either rushes out and down the outside of the vehicle or it squirts out dangerously with a significant amount of force. Researching this problem, I have found an official recall from Dodge for 2005 Durangos, but calls to Dodge and inquiries on their website indicate that my particular vehicle is not covered. This is a dangerous situation that could easily lead to fire, etc. As you can imagine, I am reluctant to fill up my vehicle while my children are in the car due to the increased risk of spilled gasoline on the car, sidewalk and sometimes all the way to the pump itself. I have read that you were able to help others with this ongoing problem and I am asking for your help in this matter and sincerely appreciate your consideration.

- Plainfield, IL, USA

problem #7

Oct 202008

Durango

  • 23,000 miles
When filling the vehicle with gas, when the pump clicks off gas then overflows out of the tank and onto the ground. This is the same problem as covered in recall # 05V460000 but the VIN on the vehicle is not included. There is also an ongoing defect investigation with NHTSA action # RQ08005.

- Clyde, KS, USA

problem #6

Dec 152007

Durango

  • 34,500 miles
Gas tank spurts gas at me when filling as tank is full just before the nozzle clicks off, gas spills down the side of car and onto the ground every time the vehicle is filled up. Has been happening for 1 year.

- Maple Grove, MN, USA

problem #5

Aug 182008

Durango

  • 34,529 miles

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

2005 Dodge Durango. Whenever the contact fills the gas tank, gasoline sprays out of the tank. The gas nozzle stops when the tank was full, but gasoline still sprayed out of the tank. And all over the floor.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

problem #4

Oct 072008

Durango

  • 41,200 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. While the contact was attempting to fill the gas tank, he noticed that fuel began to pour out of the gas tank once it became full. There was no indication that the tank was full before the gasoline began to pour out. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the filler neck needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were 41,200.

- Gilllette, WY, USA

problem #3

Mar 172006

Durango

  • 10,000 miles
Dies on deceleration mostly while turning at slow speeds.

- Palm Bay, FL, USA

problem #2

Jun 172005

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The vehicle stalled intermittently. The problem occurred at least three time per week while driving at low speeds or while idling at a stop light/sign. The RPM gauge goes up then falls to 0, and car dies. Service dealer stated they can not duplicate the problem and suggested that the consumer use a higher octane gas. They also suggested that vehicle may have bad gasoline, and it is working its way through the system.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #1

May 092005

Durango 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,175 miles
I have an 05 hemi Durango limited with 3,300 miles on it. Since new the vehicle has occassionally died when making low speed turns. The dealer has informed me that the PCM flash provided by Dodge has not corrected the problem and they are still working on a fix. Overall the vehicle has stalled five times. I have also filed a similar complaint for my 05 Ram 2500 with the hemi engine.

- Puyallup, WA, USA

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