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2002 Dodge Durango Equipment Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
2%of 423 total for the year
Median mileage
69,750miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the equipment of the 2002 Dodge Durango, 2% of the 423 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,750 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“I am making a complaint about the 2002 Dodge durangos. The oil pressure keeps going low and now the engine has blown. It was not time for an oil change and we keep our oil changed as we are suppose to. This would be the second engine we would have put in this vehicle but the first time it was still covered under the manufactures warranty and was paid for by them but now the warranty has expired.”

NHTSA complaint #10299513, filed 2010-01, 125,000 miles

“1-electrical system on overhead digital compass system became very hot. This electrical component system did not work for a period of a few days. It has intermittently worked now. 2-when you turn the steering wheel there is a horrible noise coming from one of the rear wheels. It makes a woo-woo sound every time the vehicle is turned, primarily turning right. A honest mechanic, who is a friend, told me that Dodge (chrysler) was infamous for this type of wheel problem. 3-the transmission seems to have a hard time shifting, which involves the above wheel problem. …”

NHTSA complaint #10169697, filed 2006-10, 39,000 miles

“Here is a list that I have sent to Dodge chrysler customer service and 2 dealerships 1. Intermittent or delayed engagement at vehicle start up operation or engagement at 26-56 MPH 2. Intermittent acceleration and shudder during torque converter. Operation or engagement at 26-56 MPH 3. Intermittent poor shifting quality?.. Idle shake, sag or hesitation. Will not always ?downshift? While driving 26-54 MPH. 4. Intermittent buzz and or clicking in reverse. (warm or cold) 5. Intermittent surging while driving 26-54 MPH. (warm or cold) 6. Intermittent hesitation ?idle shake? …”

NHTSA complaint #10070603, filed 2004-01, 24 miles

“Two months ago, a new frame was installed on my 2002 Dodge Durango. On sept. 14, 2003 my daughter was in an accident on interstate 26 coming to my home. She said the car went out of control and she hit the concrete wall and ended up in the side of interstate. The driver side of the axle looks like it broke. The tire has not been found yet which has the studs, hub etc.”

NHTSA complaint #10039034, filed 2003-09

“I have had to have the vacuum hoses replaced in my 2002 Dodge Durango 4 times since buying it in july of 2003. The check engine light comes on every time. I have complained to the dealership that has worked on it, but they don't seem to care. I had one of the mechanics say they have seen the problem before when I had him show me where the hoses were located. The hoses were cracked and looked like they had been on the car for 10 years or more, but in actuallity it had only been months. Everytime, I have had to pay $75 to have the hose replaced even though I had the extended warranty. …”

NHTSA complaint #10163262, filed 2006-07

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Equipment: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202110%
201810%
201541%
201420%
201341%
201241%
201120%
200822%
200732%
200661%
200560%
2004222%
2003113%
200272%
2001213%
2000121%
1999271%
1998273%

Other parts of the 2002 Dodge Durango

Suspension
144 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
71 complaints
Brakes
65 complaints
Electrical system
48 complaints
Engine cooling
46 complaints
Steering
28 complaints
Air bags
16 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
16 complaints
Other or unknown
12 complaints
Engine
10 complaints
Exterior lighting
8 complaints
Body and structure
8 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2002 Dodge Durango

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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