2002 Dodge Durango Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2002 Dodge Durango, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 81,059 miles. The words owners use most often: “shift park” (13% of reports).
- 71power train complaints
- 81,059median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 31%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Shift park: mentioned in 9 of 71 complaints (13%)
- Lever linkage column: mentioned in 7 of 71 complaints (10%)
- Power train automatic: mentioned in 7 of 71 complaints (10%)
- Key ignition: mentioned in 6 of 71 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 60 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 71 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury.
Dodge Durango power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Durango | 2 | 14% | 651 |
| 2024 Durango | 5 | 36% | — |
| 2023 Durango | 9 | 28% | 55,000 |
| 2022 Durango | 9 | 16% | — |
| 2021 Durango | 10 | 5% | 63,000 |
| 2020 Durango | 3 | 5% | 29,980 |
| 2019 Durango | 13 | 9% | 40,000 |
| 2018 Durango | 13 | 6% | 11,763 |
| 2017 Durango | 23 | 11% | 12,000 |
| 2016 Durango | 30 | 19% | 23,055 |
| 2015 Durango | 38 | 8% | 29,000 |
| 2014 Durango | 42 | 5% | 32,250 |
| 2013 Durango | 34 | 5% | 44,550 |
| 2012 Durango | 37 | 6% | 49,958 |
| 2011 Durango | 51 | 6% | 51,624 |
| 2009 Durango | 1 | 8% | 88,527 |
| 2008 Durango | 4 | 4% | 118,093 |
| 2007 Durango | 18 | 9% | 102,000 |
| 2006 Durango | 55 | 6% | 109,500 |
| 2005 Durango | 217 | 14% | 110,000 |
| 2004 Durango | 99 | 9% | 101,950 |
| 2003 Durango | 24 | 7% | 41,000 |
| 2002 Durango | 71 | 17% | 81,059 |
| 2001 Durango | 106 | 16% | 69,250 |
| 2000 Durango | 120 | 11% | 57,008 |
| 1999 Durango | 181 | 9% | 76,400 |
| 1998 Durango | 103 | 11% | 68,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
While driving on an interstate highway at 65 miles per hour the engine shut down and i pulled off onto the shoulder. After sitting for about 5 minutes i tried the ignition key and the engine started and i continued on my way.
Truck will not go in right gear it skips from park to drive to neutral and now the key is stuck in the ignition. The vehicle will start but it will not go in park.
When i shift automatic transmission into gear it makes a ticking noise and also when i turn they're always kind of a thump feel to the entire vehicle. I also can take my key out of ignition no matter if its in drive, par, reverse etc...
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2002 Dodge Durangos have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 71 owner complaints about power train for the 2002 Dodge Durango (17% of the 423 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Dodge Durango power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 81,059 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2002 Dodge Durango?
The most frequent phrase is “shift park”, in 9 of 71 complaints, followed by “lever linkage column” (7).
Other 2002 Dodge Durango problems
- Suspension problems (144)
See all 2002 Dodge Durango problems or power train problems across all Durango years.