2003 Dodge Durango Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2003 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.

• 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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• 04V216000May 5, 2004320,188 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
  Covers: Dodge Durango 2002–2003, Dakota 2002–2004

  Reported issue: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper module motor may be susceptible to water intrusion that could cause internal corrosion and result in partial or complete loss of front windshield wiping capability.

  Possible consequence: Driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper module. Owner notification began on july 12, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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• 02V322000Dec 2, 20023,640 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch
  Covers: Dodge Durango 2003, Dakota 2003

  Reported issue: On certain pickup trucks, the central timer module (ctm) has an improperly sized circuit board trace that could potentially cause the right headlamp low beam to become inoperative.

  Possible consequence: If the lights fail, a visibility problem could occur, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the ctm. Owner notification began december 23, 2002. 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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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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