2004 Dodge Durango Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 3%of 1,115 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,750miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the body and structure of the 2004 Dodge Durango, 3% of the 1,115 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,750 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“What can I say... Dodge clearly has a design flaw in which water from rain, ect... Leaks onto engine and electrical components slowly causing the death of vehicle with a dying motor and electrical problems. Water pours onto engine right down from the windshield. Who designs this crap!!!! I used the best oils and now this is what I have as a rewards from Dodge for my maintenance.”
NHTSA complaint #10622638, filed 2014-08, 123,000 miles“I was getting gas and as I pulled out of the gas station I was getting a load ticking noise. To find out later my 5.7 himi lifter and cam shafts needs to be replaced. I get a regular oil change and filter change. I am not sure why this is happening but I did see that this is normal and 5.7 himis Dodge durangos and not understanding why it hasn't been recalled. I'm a mother of 3 little ones and I'm terrified we can get stranded if my engine decides to go out due to this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11222429, filed 2019-06, 240,000 miles“2004 Durango has rusted through on several spots. Tailgate and wheel wells. This is excessive for a vehicle it's age that has been garaged and well cared for. I suggest that the anticorrosion coating was faulty. I have seen many Durango's this age with the same trouble spots.”
NHTSA complaint #10456900, filed 2012-04, 120,000 miles“Car has completely rusted out below the gas cap as what has become a common problem with this vehicle. I have been quoted in excess of $4000 to fix this given the severity of the damage and labor required to fix this. It appears a common problem on this year since I have personally seen 11 exact same vehicles years with the same rust problem. This coupled with the same rust issue arising on the hatchback which was said due to a faulty drain hole being taped over by dealer/manufacturer which nothing could be done. …”
NHTSA complaint #10597036, filed 2014-06, 55,000 miles“Driving down the road at normal highway speeds, if the rear windows are rolled down the car begins to shake violently to the point where the doors feel as if they are going to be pulled off. The first time this happened was about 1 mth after I bought the car while driving down the road, it took me by surprise and I was almost in an accident because of its severity. I have contacted Dodge and nothing is being done about it.”
NHTSA complaint #10226495, filed 2008-05, 81,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10220995Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
- 10220994Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a…
- 10139596Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
- 10139595Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 3% |
| 2022 | 4 | 7% |
| 2021 | 15 | 7% |
| 2020 | 4 | 7% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 5 | 2% |
| 2017 | 10 | 5% |
| 2016 | 6 | 4% |
| 2015 | 21 | 4% |
| 2014 | 26 | 3% |
| 2013 | 9 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 0% |
| 2011 | 9 | 1% |
| 2008 | 4 | 4% |
| 2007 | 4 | 2% |
| 2006 | 17 | 2% |
| 2005 | 21 | 1% |
| 2004 | 35 | 3% |
| 2003 | 6 | 2% |
| 2002 | 8 | 2% |
| 2001 | 6 | 1% |
| 2000 | 4 | 0% |
| 1999 | 17 | 1% |
| 1998 | 10 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2004 Dodge Durango
326 complaintsEngine cooling
249 complaintsElectrical system
243 complaintsAir bags
143 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
99 complaintsVehicle speed control
49 complaintsSteering
31 complaintsBrakes
30 complaintsFuel system
30 complaintsOther or unknown
25 complaintsEquipment
22 complaintsExterior lighting
21 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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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