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:
67,076 miles

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2012 Dodge Durango Owner Comments (Page 2 of 7)

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problem #114

Aug 172020

Durango

  • 190,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently failed to start. The vehicle was towed to warsaw Buick-GMC (2777 N detroit St, warsaw, in 46582), to be diagnosed. The starter was replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the contact stated that she was charged $1,100 for the repair. The contact stated that while leaving the dealer, the vehicle stalled without warning while driving at 20 mph. The vehicle failed to restart. The contact waited for 30 minutes, restarted the vehicle and drove back to the same dealer. The contact stated that the technician heard the vehicle failing to start. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19V813000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000. (recall related incident)

- Claypool, IN, USA

problem #113

Jun 212017

Durango

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving and turning in either direction, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred several times. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and the vehicle operated as intended. The vehicle was taken to barnet Chrysler Jeep Kia (3430 highway 61 North, white bear lake, mn 55110, (651)762-2232) however, the mechanic was unable to retrieve a fault code or duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19V813000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 80,000.

- North Saint Paul, MN, USA

problem #112

Nov 142019

Durango

  • 135,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V813000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. Tallassee automotive (1618 gilmer ave, tallassee, al 36078, (334) 283-6815) was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that on several occasions while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start-up. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer and the starter was replaced three times. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise coming from underneath the vehicle at various speeds. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 11V487000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Tuskege, AL, USA

problem #111

Nov 142019

Durango 6-cyl

  • miles

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

Manufacturer recall numberv62 NHTSA recall number19V-813 recall statusrecall incomplete, remedy not yet available.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #110

May 012020

Durango 8-cyl

  • 132,000 miles
While driving check engine light started flashing. Received code for misfire on cylinder #8. took to dealer, diagnosed as worn camshaft due to lifter failure. Initially quoted $4700 to repair, then told Dodge would not warranty the work due to possibility of metal shavings in engine. Recommended engine replacement for $10,000.

- North Aurora, IL, USA

problem #109

Jan 022020

Durango

  • 100,000 miles
Still doesn't have part for the fuel pump relay problem this is the second recall on this

- Hoffman Estates, IL, USA

problem #108

Feb 112020

Durango

  • 110,000 miles

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

The SUV will not shut off till you open and close the driver door

- Hoffman Estates, IL, USA

problem #107

Feb 032020

Durango

  • 160,000 miles
First started with locks on doors, then fuel gage now does not start at all. Electric lights would just start going on & off while driving it would slow down and could not pick up speed sometimes while driving on street.

- Jackson, MS, USA

problem #106

Feb 182020

Durango

  • 82,400 miles
My 2012 Dodge Durango has lost all power while I have been driving it. Today is the 4th time this has happened in about 2 months. I have been driving and without any warning the car stops running and all electrical is gone, my dash is blank. I was almost in an accident today. I pulled out on a busy street and lost all power. I was able to stop in the middle turn lane and put it in neutral. It is very scary each time it happens without warning!!! this issue must be addressed and fixed. My safety and my family's safety is at stake! I am afraid and won't drive it on the interstate. This engine failure has happened 4 times in the last couple of months. This sounds like manufacturer recall # V62, NHTSA recall # 19V-813 with the stall condition while driving the vehicle. A fuel pump relay failure. (recall related incident)

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

problem #105

Jan 232020

Durango

  • 148,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While making a turn driving at low speed the steering wheel failed to turn and vehicle stalled. The battery warning indicator light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to an another independent mechanic who stated the serpentine belt, PCM, battery, and alternator needed to be replaced. The contact called ed voyles Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 789 cobb pkwy SE, marietta, ga 30060, (844) 715-5921 but the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system) as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was contacted but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 148,000.

- Kennesaw, GA, USA

problem #104

Feb 082017

Durango 8-cyl

  • 75,000 miles

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

Motor shuts off traveling down the road (happened 3 times since 2016). Twice on a curve 30 - 40 mph & once down a straight away 60mph (scary). Got on your web sight NHTSA recall # 19V-813. - manufacturer recall # V62. We have stopped driving the vehicle. Called Dodge gave me case # 74962415. Talked to a [xxx] at Dodge said he could not loan me a vehicle. Ask him to let me speak to his superior...he said no. Talked to bobilya Dodge (local dealer). No help with this recall until they figure out a remedy. (recall related incident) ts can you help? need a vehicle! [xxx] approx dates this occurred....2/17. + 4/18. + 5 /19 information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Burr Oak, MI, USA

problem #103

Sep 282017

Durango

  • 72,000 miles
During summer 2017, 5.7L hemi started to make a noticeable clicking noise at 70,000 miles although it had been meticulously maintained. In Sept 2017 at 72,000 the engine failed with a grinded camshaft due to a roller/lifter failure. The engine had to be replaced out of warranty by specialty hemi engien shop pro engines llc in elon, nc. Today, I am realizing that this was not a random occurrence. I have found many testimonies online and in person of 5.7L hemi owners having experienced similar dramatic and costly failures of their engine camshaft due roller / lifter failure as explained clearly for example in these videos: Here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?V=inpuz3pcha0), here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?V=lg5qx9qojgo) or here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?V=_2cx11tutic) luckily this engine failure did not cause injury as it failed while vehicle was parked, but I concur that it could have if the failure at happened at the wrong moment and I think that Dodge is well aware of this problem and that it is trying to hide it I concur that the camshaft failure is an engineering issue that Dodge should correct and fix under extended warranty as replacing the engine was very expansive and is totally outrageous for a less than 6 years old and 72,000 miles perfectly maintained truck. I wish that NHTSA receives enough complains to bolster consumers in receiving technical and financial help from the manuacturer best, [xxx] redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Pelham, NY, USA

problem #102

Jan 082020

Durango

  • 65,470 miles
Intake manifold leak at 65,470 miles. Leak at manifold near back of engine at throttle body. Caused engine to leak oil and coolant which can cause fire or engine to blow. Dealer repaired and replaced intake manifold and pcs valve.

- Wilmington, NC, USA

problem #101

Jun 012016

Durango

  • 42,000 miles
The engine regularly will not start when I push the button. It stalls over and over. Sometimes leaving us stranded. This has been happening since at least 2016 and I have had all recalls repaired. The matter has never resolved! now I have been informed that the initial recall replacement part was faulty and Dodge currently does not have a fix.

- Fishers, IN, USA

problem #100

Dec 272019

Durango

  • 105,000 miles
Engine has cutout (turns off) while driving on 4 occasions. On all four occasions it has occurred while I was exiting a road/ramp. When vehicle cuts out power steering also does not work. In all occasions I have been able to pull off the road or stop before the road ends. The vehicle then starts right back up and functions properly. No check engine lights have come on.

- Brooklyn Park, MN, USA

problem #99

Dec 262019

Durango

  • 105,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the engine would not start. The vehicle was towed to classic Dodge of arlington (1333 East interstate 20, arlington, tx), but the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.

- Mansfields, TX, USA

problem #98

Jun 012014

Durango

  • 10,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. While driving 40 mph or higher, the vehicle turned off when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, all the electrical systems disengaged. There were no warning indicators illuminated. When the vehicle was restarted, it resumed normal operation. The failures occurred intermittently. The contact called premier Chrysler (located at 7301 artesia blvd, puena park, ca 90621, 714-528-5337), but they were unable to determine the cause of the failures. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and opened a case, which had not been resolved. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000.

- Fullerton, CA, USA

problem #97

Oct 302019

Durango

  • 97,150 miles
2012 Dodge Durango has history of starting and stalling problem. While vehicle was under warranty, it would stall right after you start it. The dealer performed fuel pump relay recall, and problem was not fixed. The next dealer remove the external fuel pump relay and replaced tipm, problem was still not fixed. Dealer then re-completed the fuel pump relay recall, problem still not fix. Now the vehicle is stalling while driving down the road and seems to happen when you turn the steering wheel. There is a recall for this issue (T36) but Dodge is saying that my vehicle does not qualify for that recall. This is a very dangerous issue and is can/will lead to a vehicle accident when we can't control the vehicle going down the highway as it keeps shutting off.

- West, TX, USA

problem #96

Oct 162019

Durango

  • 136,000 miles
Vehicle started have a ticking noise. So I took it to dealer. Dealer states I need new engine doe to haveing metal shavings in engine oil. Vehicle has 136000 miles on it the oil have been changed every 3000 miles dealer won't help with this issue and don't want 8600 for new engine. There are a many people with this issue

- Bowman, SC, USA

problem #95

Oct 132019

Durango

  • 75,000 miles
Twice in three years time the upper radiator hose has been destroyed by the closest pulley on the engine. When installed correctly there is less than 1 inch of clearance between the hose and pulley. This seems like a very serious design flaw on the hemi 5.7.

- Addison, IL, USA

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