2001 Dodge Durango Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2001 Dodge Durango. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 07V555000Dec 4, 2007576,418 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
  Covers: Dodge Durango 2001–2002, Dakota 2001–2002, RAM Van 2001–2002 +1 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: Either of these conditions could allow the vehicle to roll away causing a crash without warning.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 06V339000Sep 7, 200635,103 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system
  Covers: Dodge Durango 2001–2003

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: This may allow development of a high resistive short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 04V596000Dec 21, 2004592,707 vehicles potentially affected
  Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint
  Covers: Dodge Durango 2000–2003, Dakota 2000–2003

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: Excessive wear in the upper ball joint may allow it to separate, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 01V077000Mar 7, 200185,400 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
  Covers: Dodge Durango 2001, Dakota 2001

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 00V366000Nov 9, 20001,211,756 vehicles potentially affected
  Child seat
  Covers: Dodge Durango 2001, Plymouth Neon 2000–2001, Dodge Neon 2000–2001 +16 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

  Remedy: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA06011Vehicle under-seat fireClosed · Jun 19, 2006
• PE06008Fire under the driver's seatClosed · Feb 2, 2006
• PE03032Front susp. Upper ball joint failureClosed · Jul 16, 2003

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