2000 Dodge Durango Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Durango years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 29 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1,075 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Dodge Durango. That ranks 4th out of 29 Durango model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (507 complaints, 47%), typically at around 49,145 miles. Complaints mention 118 crashes, 26 fires, 85 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.
- 1,075owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 4NHTSA investigations
- 118complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 Dodge Durango problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension problems | 507 | 47% | 49,145 | “ball joints” (53%) | $1,450 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 127 | 12% | 73,000 | “oil pressure” (25%) | $6,600 |
| Power Train problems | 120 | 11% | 57,008 | “please provide” (11%) | $750 |
| Steering problems | 83 | 8% | 62,000 | “upper ball” (14%) | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems | 73 | 7% | 47,881 | “brake rotors” (11%) | — |
| Electrical System problems | 56 | 5% | 109,000 | “door lock” (11%) | — |
| Air Bags problems | 51 | 5% | 68,000 | “upon impact” (29%) | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 42 | 4% | 57,750 | — | — |
| Seats | 32 | 3% | 79,650 | — | — |
| Engine | 29 | 3% | 155,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 26 | 2% | 69,636 | — | — |
| Tires | 23 | 2% | 93,001 | — | — |
| Visibility | 20 | 2% | 39,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 17 | 2% | 127,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 15 | 1% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 13 | 1% | 67,825 | — | — |
| Equipment | 12 | 1% | 45,390 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 1% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 1% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 0% | 186,686 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 0% | 168,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 0% | 143,082 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 4 | 0% | 65,650 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 0% | 6,176 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 0% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | 36,380 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0% | 122,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Dodge Durango recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel drive (4x4), if moisture leaks into the front suspension upper ball joint, evacuation of the lubricant and corrosion of the joint may cause the joint to wear over an extended period of time. This could cause a clunking noise in the front suspension, which may not always be heard by the vehicle occupants.
Risk: Excessive wear in the upper ball joint may allow it to separate, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front suspension upper ball joints. This safety improvement campaign began on december 21, 2004. Owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Air bags
Problem: Vehicle description: pickup trucks. Sound deadener material inside the steering wheel could become detached from the cover and housing. Note: the ram pickup trucks were built at the warren assembly plant ("s" in the 11th vin position) from may 16, 2000 through october 23, 2000; st. Louis north assembly plant ("j" in the 11th vin position) from may 19, 2000 through october 23, 2000; lago alberto assembly plant ("m" in the 11th vin position) from may 23, 2000 through october 23, 2000; and saltillo assembly plant ("g" in the 11th vin position) from may 23, 2000 through october 23, 2000. Important: vehicles that have already had the proper clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been excluded from this recall. In addition, 1997-2000 model year vehicles that have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, according to warranty records, have been added to this recall.
Risk: When this occurs, the material could interfere with the clockspring ribbon and cause an open circuit. The driver air bag system will become disabled, and the air bag warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument panel.
Fix: Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly. Owner notification began june 18, 2001. Also some 1997-200 model year vehicles that, according to warranty records, have had a suspect replacement clockspring installed, will also be included in this campaign. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Upper ball joint separation (EA03023) — opened Nov 19, 2003, closed Feb 11, 2005, led to recall 04V596000.
- Front susp. Upper ball joint failure (PE03032) — opened Jul 16, 2003, closed Nov 19, 2003.
- Safety belt cinching latch plate (PE02082) — opened Nov 6, 2002, closed Apr 23, 2003.
- Steering wheel/shaft spline attachment (PE99074) — opened Dec 13, 1999, closed Feb 24, 2000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle was slow to stop. While depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to…
I was just driving then out of nowhere. No warning No lights inmitted on dash no idea the engine will shut off. Replace alternator, Battery,Starter,3 PCM,still no luck. Noticed that PCM could have been the so that's why I went through 3 of em. New ,Use ,and Refurbish one. The dealership mechanic…
The outside edge of the tread is separating from the tire causing it to go flat.
The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH the vehicle inadvertently stopped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic. The contact replaced the battery, fuel pump, shocks, ball joints, and disc…
One morning I was taking my 9-year-old daughter to school and our truck just stalled while I was driving. Thank Allah that there was no heavy traffic and no one got hurt. That incident has my daughter scared. I took it to the mechanic they read the diagnostic fixed what codes came up and still my…
Other Dodge Durango years
← 1999 Durango · 2001 Durango →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Durango | 14 | 0 |
| 2025 Durango | 8 | 0 |
| 2024 Durango | 14 | 0 |
| 2023 Durango | 32 | 2 |
| 2022 Durango | 58 | 7 |
| 2021 Durango | 203 | 8 |
| 2020 Durango | 55 | 2 |
| 2019 Durango | 144 | 4 |
| 2018 Durango | 233 | 5 |
| 2017 Durango | 213 | 2 |
| 2016 Durango | 161 | 3 |
| 2015 Durango | 503 | 4 |
| 2014 Durango | 782 | 11 |
| 2013 Durango | 640 | 11 |
| 2012 Durango | 640 | 10 |
| 2011 Durango | 800 | 8 |
| 2009 Durango | 12 | 4 |
| 2008 Durango | 97 | 2 |
| 2007 Durango | 191 | 4 |
| 2006 Durango | 852 | 9 |
| 2005 Durango | 1,567 | 8 |
| 2004 Durango | 1,115 | 8 |
| 2003 Durango | 339 | 4 |
| 2002 Durango | 423 | 4 |
| 2001 Durango | 665 | 5 |
| 2000 | 1,075 | 2 |
| 1999 Durango | 1,967 | 3 |
| 1998 Durango | 965 | 4 |
| 1997 Durango | 4 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Dodge Durango?
Owners most often report suspension, engine and engine cooling, power train problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 507 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Dodge Durango?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2000 Dodge Durango a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Durango model years, the 2000 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.