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.
Vehicle dropped off for possible exhaust leak or sticking lifter.. Dealer advised they needed about $1300 to replace the passenger side (leaking) exhaust manifold gasket. The dealer advised this was not a covered item and any related repairs would have to be paid for by the vehicle owner.
When searching the internet I located a long history of related exhaust manifold bolt breakage on previous Dodge V8 equipped trucks and SUV's going as far back as 2000..
When I met with the manager in person he did finally advise at least one of the manifold bolts had broken, but claimed to not know about any history of this problem with this vehicle.. I believe there is a problem with the bolts or how the bolts are installed on the V8 exhaust manifolds and a recall is due or at a minimum the repair should be covered by the dealer..
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Vehicle dropped off for possible exhaust leak or sticking lifter.. Dealer advised they needed about $1300 to replace the passenger side (leaking) exhaust manifold gasket. The dealer advised this was not a covered item and any related repairs would have to be paid for by the vehicle owner.
When searching the internet I located a long history of related exhaust manifold bolt breakage on previous Dodge V8 equipped trucks and SUV's going as far back as 2000..
When I met with the manager in person he did finally advise at least one of the manifold bolts had broken, but claimed to not know about any history of this problem with this vehicle.. I believe there is a problem with the bolts or how the bolts are installed on the V8 exhaust manifolds and a recall is due or at a minimum the repair should be covered by the dealer..
- Jim B., Lu, TX, US