2001 Dodge Durango Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Durango years
- Far more complaints than other years 9th of 29 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 665 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Dodge Durango. That ranks 9th out of 29 Durango model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (265 complaints, 40%), typically at around 48,000 miles. Complaints mention 60 crashes, 20 fires, 55 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations involving it.
- 665owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 5NHTSA investigations
- 60complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 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 | 265 | 40% | 48,000 | “ball joints” (56%) | $1,250 |
| Power Train problems | 106 | 16% | 69,250 | “gear shift” (9%) | — |
| Electrical System problems | 91 | 14% | 87,500 | “wiring harness” (7%) | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 55 | 8% | 63,500 | “oil pressure” (29%) | — |
| Steering | 48 | 7% | 53,163 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 45 | 7% | 51,271 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 43 | 6% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 29 | 4% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 25 | 4% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 21 | 3% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 3% | 41,042 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 18 | 3% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 13 | 2% | 173,399 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 13 | 2% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 11 | 2% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 1% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 8 | 1% | 47,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 7 | 1% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 1% | 151,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 6 | 1% | 120,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 3 | 0% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 0% | 169,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 0% | 47,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 0% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 0% | 68,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 0% | 120,093 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Dodge Durango recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock" position). This can also allow the ignition key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the "park" position.
Risk: Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the gearshift blocker and bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during january 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Electrical system
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with front bench seats only, if fluid is spilled from the floor mounted cup holder, an unused console power outlet connector located under the seat may become contaminated.
Risk: This may allow development of a high resistive short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the console wiring connector for corrosion, clean as required, and install a cap to prevent additional fluid from contaminating the connector free of charge. The recall began on october 30, 2006. Owners may contact daimler chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive. The electric shift transfer case may not fully engage into gear when the operator moves the transfer case selector switch.
Risk: This could cause the transfer case to end up in the neutral position unexpectedly and allow the vehicle to roll away if the parking brake is not applied.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the transfer case control module. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. 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.
Child seat
Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
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
- Vehicle under-seat fire (EA06011) — opened Jun 19, 2006, closed Sep 22, 2006.
- Fire under the driver's seat (PE06008) — opened Feb 2, 2006, closed Jun 19, 2006, led to recall 06V339000.
- 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.
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 2001 Dodge Durango. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V555000 (POWER TRAIN); but the failure occurred. The contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly shifted out of park(P). After several attempts, the gear shift lever was shifted to park(P) and remained…
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon start of the vehicle; an abnormal clanking sound was coming from the vehicle. An independent mechanic was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was most likely related to a defective rod bearing. Neither…
The entire underneath and some panels of the vehicle are completely rusted to the point that the vehicle cannot be safely driven. The vehicle has never been in an ocean front town. Has been in Frankfurt, Germany and Atchison, Kansas.
In the past year my entire electrical system has gone haywire. First my passengers all lost their ability to use window controls, only the driver has control, but every once in a while it will work, pretty random. Then my left headlight went out. Not the bulb, the entire headlamp stopped working…
The right rear brake locks up. This problem has been reported for dakotas and durangos for multiple years. Why have you not issued a recall and made them fix this? Google it and you seethat this is ann ongoing problem for the last 23 year models. How many accidents and deaths have been caused by…
Other Dodge Durango years
← 2000 Durango · 2002 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 | 665 | 5 |
| 2000 Durango | 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 2001 Dodge Durango?
Owners most often report suspension, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 265 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge Durango?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 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 2001 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.