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 1 of 7)

problem #134

Nov 112022

Durango

  • miles

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

While driving at various speeds, upon slowing down the vehicle stalled. This occurred 50+ times. This occurred while my family was in the vehicle on many occasions. Vehicle was serviced for fuel pump recall, however the stalling continued. My mechanic pointed out the ticking noise, referring to the manifold needing repair. Most recently, the car barely wanted to turn over. Struggling for almost 3 days, thankfully I just pulled into my driveway and turn the car off. Then something told me to try to start the vehicle-€¦well that made something smoke in the motor? Repaired the alternator, battery, and starter. Two days later, check oil light comes on, Back to shop to tell me the cam shaft/lifers need to be replaced!!! Quoted $35-4000 if can find a cam shaft repair kit!!!

- Ravena, NY, USA

problem #133

Nov 012022

Durango

  • 171,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be serviced but no additional information was available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 171,000.

- Jackson, MI, USA

problem #132

Nov 182022

Durango

  • miles
This family car had recall back in august fuel module for powertrain check engine light got it fix and few days later check engine turn on and has turned off since car slows down on freeway wont pick up speed and stall on me twice already with kids in car was going 65 and all sudden slow down wiuldnt pick up acceleration and turn off has run good since still having issues dealership says noting wrong with

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

problem #131

Oct 202022

Durango

  • miles

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

The Engine seized due to rod bearing Chrysler has recall number 11V487000 it has never been done on my truck and is no showing

- Bayport , NY, USA

problem #130

Feb 022012

Durango

  • miles
Engine light on, car was over a month for repair at Rairdon Dodge in Redmond, WA, paid over 5000 in repair, in the end they said can not be fixed needs a new engine. Engine light was on again after 49 miles, misfire cilinder 1, 3, 5. And fuel pump again. Rairdon contacted Chrysler and nothing. Thanks

- Monroe , WA, USA

problem #129

Jun 182021

Durango 6-cyl

  • miles
Potential odometer rollback indicated per carfax, engine failure. Ohio department of public safety, bureau of motor vehicles did conduct a Ohio out of state vehicle inspection on 03/14/2022 @ BMV INVESTIGATIONS D-2@ 1583 Alum Creek Drive and inspector [XXX] has verified rollback. whereas she maybe reached at [XXX]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #128

Dec 062021

Durango

  • miles

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

My check engine light came on for my engine oil filter housing ! I had it repaired a total of 4 times already ! This recent time it put my vehicle into limp mode while doing 65 mph on the highway I had loss all power to my car ! Now even after repair my check engine still comes on with code and sends my car into limp mode until my PCM gets reflashed

- Port Jervis, NY, USA

problem #127

Apr 152021

Durango

  • 138,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V813000 (Electrical System) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they were overbooked and could complete the recall repair in two months. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The contact also stated that the vehicle would no longer start. The contact stated that he contacted a second dealer Bloomington Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (8000 Penn Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431) who informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000. Parts distribution disconnect. (Recall Related Incident) -

- Cottage Grove, MN, USA

problem #126

Sep 032021

Durango

  • miles
Had the recall for shutting down repair again and still having the same problem. I've spent over $2000 In diagnosed fees with dealership and private shops and still having the same problem. Yes the fuel pump relay was replaced 2 times. Still having the same problem it will start back up but locks the steering wheel to where you can't turn it. Which almost was in a accident but was able to stop before. It's happens every month but was told not to bring it back to the dealership as they cant find the problem as all recalls were repaired.

- Portage , MI, USA

problem #125

Jul 222021

Durango

  • miles
Vechile stalls and unable to shift to drive freely

- Fayetteville, NC, USA

problem #124

Mar 282021

Durango

  • miles

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

Lifter and limp mode problems. There is noise comming from engine. Took to shop and found out reason for noise and low power was lifters and is a very common problem. What brought the safety thing up is wife was in accident in March because couldn't get out of way quick enough. Had vehicle towed to shop from accident site and body repair. Thought was just a fluke and had damage repaired and noticed a ticking and power problems immediately after accident repair. Took to dodge dealer and found out common problem with the lifters cam and limp mode. Had at same repair shop for other recall 2 months prior for recall and inspection with no noise or issues.

- Dayton, OH, USA

problem #123

Apr 192021

Durango

  • 153,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V813000 (electrical system) and had the recall repair performed at earnhardt Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1521 E. drivers way, gilbert, AZ 85297). The vehicle was repaired however, upon retrieving the vehicle, the vehicle stalled with an abnormal gasoline odor. The vehicle was taken back to earnhardt Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1521 E drivers way, gilbert, AZ 85297) where it was diagnosed with the fuel pump needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact back to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.

- San Tan Valley, AZ, USA

problem #122

Feb 152021

Durango

  • 130,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the fuel pump relay was previously replaced under recall. The contact stated that recently while driving approximately 45-50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. Zeigler Chrysler Dodge Ram (3939 stadium dr, kalamazoo, mi 49008, 269-290-1152) who had performed the recall repair was contacted and an appointment was scheduled which was still pending. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

- Kalamazoo, MI, USA

problem #121

Oct 012020

Durango

  • 74,300 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. After the vehicle was restarted, the vehicle operated as intended. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer sport Chrysler Jeep Dodge located at 200 E. chestnut St, fort bragg, ca 95437, who diagnosed that the fuel pump relay was faulty. The fuel pump relay was replaced however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 74,300.

- Fort Bragg, CA, USA

problem #120

Sep 012020

Durango

  • miles
Misfire cylinder 2 code won't go away even after changing spark plugs and coil pack

- Buford, GA, USA

problem #119

Mar 112021

Durango

  • 108,000 miles
My wife was driving her 2012 Durango and the battery light came on and blind spot warning was going off. The engine started making a loud noise. She was 2 miles from home, so I told her to drive home and take my truck. When I got home I investigated the issue. Within 1 minute of me idling the engine to listen for where noise the alternator started smoking and internal were glowing red.

- Hanover, PA, USA

problem #118

Sep 022020

Durango

  • miles
Check engine light came on. Code for cylinder 2 misfire. I've changed the coil packs and spark plugs. A day later light came back on for same code.

- Buford, GA, USA

problem #117

Feb 222021

Durango

  • 161,210 miles
While my wife was driving the Durango the battery light came on. Soon after the battery light came on everything shut off. Weren't able to start it or do anything. Checked to see if my vehicle was one with an alternator recall and it isn't. replaced the alternator twice a new battery and still can't drive the vehicle because the put the voltage regulator in the PCM and I guess when it all shut down on my wife it messed that up. She was in motion while the light came on and was driving on a city street but luckily she wasn't far from home.

- Lathrop, MO, USA

problem #116

Feb 022021

Durango

  • 91,000 miles
This vehicle has had intermitten no start and stall conditions while driving since December 2019. It seems to quit when slowing down for a turn, this has left my wife with a dead vehicle in oncoming traffic. This has been recalled 2 previous times and repaired but the repairs have not helped. December of 2020 Dodge finally cam up with a fix for the latest V62 recall and we had the vehicle fixed. 2 weeks later it started happening again. I would think 3 recalls and repairs for the same problem would be enough to remedy the situation. This 3rd fix took 12 months!! I wanty Dodge to do something about this vehicle or buy it back so nobody else gets killed while driving it. This vehicle had a no sell order on it so I am stuck with it.

- North Rose, NY, USA

problem #115

Sep 242020

Durango

  • 11,908 miles
Radiator catastrophically failed at 119200 miles while driving. Upon inspection it was determined that the whole drivers side of the radiator rib failed where the metal meets the plastic housing resulting in a massive coolant leak.

- Stamford, CT, USA

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