CarComplaints.com Notes: When the 3rd-generation Durango was introduced in 2011 owners almost immediately started having a wide range of issues -- from water pump failure to stalling engines. Turns out the TIPM is to blame and those problems carried into the 2012 model year.

TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Modules) is responsible for controlling and distributing power to all the vehicle’s electrical functions. So when the TIPM starts acting up, so do all sorts of problems in the vehicle.

The problems have been so bad -- and replacement parts became so hard to find -- that a class-action lawsuit was filed against Chrysler focusing on the 2011-2012 Durango. The lawsuit accuses the automaker of ignorning the problem until it spiraled out of control.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 4
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
65,383 miles

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2012 Dodge Durango Owner Comments (Page 4 of 7)

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problem #79

Sep 042018

Durango

  • 110,000 miles

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

I have a 2012 Dodge Durango with 110000 miles on it. Took it too the dealership because of a check engine light. The engine felt like it was running good. It turned out that three of my lifters were bad which also messed up the camshaft. Had to replace the engine because it would have been the same price to fix it, if the other side we're bad too. This is a known issue with Dodge and they refuse to fix

- Bloomington, CA, USA

problem #78

Jul 072018

Durango 6-cyl

  • 52,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving approximately 35 mph and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and shut off. After approximately ten minutes, the engine was restarted and the vehicle operated normally. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same failure a second time before it was taken to mohave motors (631 w. main St, barstow, ca). The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000. * consumer stated this is where I inquired about any recalls. This is where I was meant by supposedly by head mechanic, who was redo, obnoxious, and incompentent. My Durango was never taken there, when I was told there was no recalls and they would tinker with it, with a smirk, I left never to go there again. 7/30/18 manufacture was called same answer no recalls. I then took it to victorville motors. The harness that was attached to the recall relay pump, burnt to a crisp. Part required to provide a permanent remedy for this condition is currently not available.updated 10/22/18

- Barstow, CA, USA

problem #77

Jun 302018

Durango

  • 89,000 miles
Bad cams in less than 100,000 miles. Engine misfire on 5th cylinder, unable to accelerate quickly, check engine light flashing. $4,700 repair.

- Washington, IN, USA

problem #76

Nov 062017

Durango

  • 103,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. On several occasions, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer. No further assistance was provided. The vehicle was taken to burns motors (1300 U.S. 83 business, mcallen, tx 78501, 956-984-4440), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

- Mcallen, TX, USA

problem #75

May 162018

Durango

  • 1,245 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system) as the cause of the failure. The contact called lakeland Dodge at (863) 687-2501 (2875 mall hill dr., lakeland, fl 33810) and was informed that the recall repair was already completed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 1,245.

- Plant City, FL, USA

problem #74

May 032018

Durango

  • 100,000 miles
Vehicle has turned off twice in one while the car is in motion. Second time today my family was in the freeway and were almost seriously hurt after the engine turned off out of no where.

- San Bernardino, CA, USA

problem #73

Apr 252018

Durango

  • 98,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While the vehicle was stationary, it caught fire. The contact noticed smoke and flames under the hood. The fire department was not contacted. A fuel station attendant was able to extinguish the fire. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was not filed. The contact stated that an independent mechanic diagnosed that the failure was due to a faulty alternator that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not made aware of the fire. The manufacturer was not made aware of the fire. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000. The VIN was not available.

- Raleigh, NC, USA

problem #72

Feb 212015

Durango

  • 65,697 miles
On October 2,2012 I purchased a Dodge Durango with less than 100 miles.. I have always kept up with scheduled maintenance. I'm still searching for all my paperwork.. I found paperwork where the check engine light was on at 81,552 -02/21/15--12/31/15--10/14/17--10/14/17---10/17/17--04/02/18.. I have spent over $3,000 dollars to repair the check engine light, now im told that this vehicle that I have paid approximately over $40,000 not including all the repairs will not be fixed and perhaps I need to trade it in for another vehicle.. I am extremely outraged with this company and feel I have been ripped off. This vehicle had and has a lot of recalls all which I have kept up on and still im not able to enjoy my vehicle..I dont feel safe driving this vehicle anymore.. engine shut down and even after all the money invested im still having problems..I have all the documents relating to this engine problem. I would appreciate your assistance in this matter.. thank you

- Brownsmills, NJ, USA

problem #71

Mar 152018

Durango

  • 63,000 miles
We had an exhaust leak, and we didn't think that it was a big deal maybe a broken seal. I noticed the leak when I used my remote start in the morning.turns out the exhaust manifold warped and broke bolts! this could have caused some serious safety issue if it hadn't been looked into. I looked at other Dodge Durango owner sites and this seems to be a common problem amongst owners of this make and model.

- Bend, OR, USA

problem #70

Dec 082017

Durango

  • 70,599 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 25 mph exiting the freeway, the vehicle started to accelerate and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact continued driving and did not coast over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle shook violently while driving. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to turlock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1600 auto mall dr, turlock, ca 95380) where it was diagnosed that the software needed to be upgraded. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. While at a stop sign, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road, restarted the engine, and was able to resume driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. A twenty seven point inspection was performed. The contact was informed to drive the vehicle until the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 70,599.

- Ceres, CA, USA

problem #69

Oct 252016

Durango

  • 133,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact occasionally heard an abnormal noise coming from the engine when the vehicle was started. In addition, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road, waited a few minutes, and was able to restart the vehicle. The contact resumed driving. The vehicle was taken to tuttle-click Chrysler Dodge (40 auto center dr, irvine, ca 92618) and was informed that the recall repair was completed and the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that a second recall was opened; however, the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V115000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.

- Santa Ana, CA, USA

problem #68

Aug 012017

Durango

  • 56,000 miles
The failed tipm is dangerous and could leave you stranded from astalled engine. The failed alternator may have been a by product of the faulty tipm. This part should be part of a recall.

- Columbus, MS, USA

problem #67

Jan 052018

Durango

  • 60,000 miles
When driving the vehicle, at different speeds each time the problem occurred, and applying the brakes, the vehicle will shut off and the steering wheel will lock. Requiring the vehicle to be restarted either rolling in neutral or fully stopped in park.

- Gray, LA, USA

problem #66

Jul 252016

Durango

  • 74,844 miles
My vehicle began having this issue in 2015. My vehicle has a long crank and sometimes does not turn over. It will also turn over, then sputter out after running for 20-30 seconds. In 2015, I began to have the issue with the vehicle not turning on/not turning over. I had the vehicle towed dealer and the tipm module was replaced. The vehicle intermittently had the issue turning over, but when I took it to the dealership, I was told that the issue could not be replicated. In 2016, my vehicle shut off on me while I was driving on the freeway. The hazard lights would not work, the vehicle would not turn on, and the gears would not change to facilitate a tow. Upon opening the hood of the vehicle, it appeared as though there was a malfunction with the alternator and fuses (of which I have video). I had my vehicle towed to the dealer and was called by a service advisor the next day. I was told that my win module had to be replaced, which I paid for. In addition, my battery had died, and I paid to replace that. I told the dealership I had video of the alternator and fuses malfunctioning and they stated they did not need the video as the computer diagnosis pointed to an issue with the win module. Several months later, I began to have the issue with the vehicle not turning over. I requested a tow and the tow truck driver suggested I use the actual key instead of the push button ignition, which I have been doing. I took the vehicle in again in October, as the vehicle again began to have the long crank issue and would intermittently not start. I was told there was a recall on my alternator, but a replacement was not available. The dealership replaced my alternator, but informed me that it still would not be the improved/recall part. I have taken the vehicle back in three (3) more times for the same issue and every time, I am told that the vehicle required a software update.

- West Covina, CA, USA

problem #65

Dec 272017

Durango

  • 10 miles
Vehicle stalled twice in the past month while driving on the highway at 65 mph. Lost power steering capability which created a dangerous situation in an attempt to pull the vehicle to the shoulder. Second incident happened yesterday. Vehicle did restart after a few attempts. Vehicle recall R09 was allegedly addressed by route 46 Dodge in NJ in 2015.

- Bloomfield, NJ, USA

problem #64

Dec 112017

Durango

  • miles
Recall T36/NHTSA 17V-435 fca still has status as parts not available after almost 6 months.

- State College, PA, USA

problem #63

Dec 072017

Durango

  • 153,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving approximately 5 to 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (mchugh Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat, 3420 maple ave, zanesville, oh 43701) where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 153,000.

- Hopewell, OH, USA

problem #62

Oct 032017

Durango

  • miles
Cranked the car one morning and when started driving, the check engine light came on and there was a knocking noise coming from the engine and was loosing power. The car was stalling after 20 minutes drive. I took it to the dealer and the diagnostic came with a misfire cylinder #5. further diagnostic reveal broken cam shaft. The car has only 66773 miles. The repair was done it was long and expensive about $4500.

- Hyattsville, MD, USA

problem #61

Oct 162017

Durango

  • 136,000 miles
Car was not experiencing any problems. Cranked it to go to work and the check engine light was on and there was a noise coming from the engine. Took to the dealership and first test indicated a misfire in #5. changed plugs and filter. No change in car. Back to dealership and $150 diagnostic test revealed bent cam shaft.

- Ruston, LA, USA

problem #60

Oct 132016

Durango

  • 110,300 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, restarted the vehicle after a few seconds, and the vehicle returned to normal. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (walser Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, 314 mainstreet, hopkins, mn 55343) was contacted and confirmed that the parts would not be available until may of 2018. The manufacturer was contacted at 800-853-1403 and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. Case number: 32554257 was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 110,300. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Long Lake, MN, USA

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