2003 Dodge Durango Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the 2003 Dodge Durango, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 98,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “central timer” (14% of reports).
- 57electrical system complaints
- 98,000median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 36%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.
- Central timer: mentioned in 8 of 57 complaints (14%)
- Wiring harness: mentioned in 7 of 57 complaints (12%)
- Windshield wipers: mentioned in 6 of 57 complaints (11%)
- Blower motor resistor: mentioned in 5 of 57 complaints (9%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 49 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 57 complaints, 9 a fire.
Dodge Durango electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Durango | 2 | 14% | 651 |
| 2025 Durango | 5 | 63% | 28 |
| 2024 Durango | 5 | 36% | — |
| 2023 Durango | 7 | 22% | — |
| 2022 Durango | 11 | 19% | — |
| 2021 Durango | 40 | 20% | 1,280 |
| 2020 Durango | 9 | 16% | 20,590 |
| 2019 Durango | 38 | 26% | 10,056 |
| 2018 Durango | 87 | 37% | 29,000 |
| 2017 Durango | 62 | 29% | 39,500 |
| 2016 Durango | 40 | 25% | 49,500 |
| 2015 Durango | 95 | 19% | 48,750 |
| 2014 Durango | 149 | 19% | 65,000 |
| 2013 Durango | 290 | 45% | 80,000 |
| 2012 Durango | 347 | 54% | 70,599 |
| 2011 Durango | 514 | 64% | 68,100 |
| 2009 Durango | 2 | 17% | 145,000 |
| 2008 Durango | 10 | 10% | 80,000 |
| 2007 Durango | 22 | 12% | 92,500 |
| 2006 Durango | 84 | 10% | 80,000 |
| 2005 Durango | 198 | 13% | 72,500 |
| 2004 Durango | 243 | 22% | 60,500 |
| 2003 Durango | 57 | 17% | 98,000 |
| 2002 Durango | 48 | 11% | 80,000 |
| 2001 Durango | 91 | 14% | 87,500 |
| 2000 Durango | 56 | 5% | 109,000 |
| 1999 Durango | 181 | 9% | 119,278 |
| 1998 Durango | 34 | 4% | 81,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the battery had been replaced after being drained due to an unknown electrical failure. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the alarm would inadvertently sound while the vehicle was turned off. Additionally, the lights…
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle shut-off without warning. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was towed back to the residence. The local dealer st. Louis auto sales located at 2727 delmar blvd, st. Louis, mo…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS AND INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING FLICKERED ON AND OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DESERT 215 SUPERSTORE (8030 RAFAEL RIVERA WAY, LAS VEGAS, NV, [redacted]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BODY MODULE COMPARTMENT NEEDED…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2003 Dodge Durangos have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 57 owner complaints about electrical system for the 2003 Dodge Durango (17% of the 339 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 2003 Dodge Durango electrical system?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do electrical system problems start?
The median reported mileage is 98,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the 2003 Dodge Durango?
The most frequent phrase is “central timer”, in 8 of 57 complaints, followed by “wiring harness” (7).
Other 2003 Dodge Durango problems
- Suspension problems (91)
See all 2003 Dodge Durango problems or electrical system problems across all Durango years.