CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Dodge Durango has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (3 reports).
1Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1997 Dodge Durango recalls
Most common 1997 Dodge Durango problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
1999 DODGE DURANGO LEFT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING. *TS THE CONSUMER STATED HE HAD SOME SUSPENSION WORK DONE ON NOV 21, 2005. *JB
CRUISE CONTROL WAS ON WHEN VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER HAD TO STOMP ON ACCELERATOR IN ORDER TO STOP VEHICLE FROM INCREASING SPEED FOR THE SECOND TIME IN A WEEK. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT MANUFACTURER.*AK......WHEN CRUISE CONTROL STUCK CONSUMER TURNE DIT OFF AND VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE TO 79 MPH BEFORE GETTING ACCELERATOR UNSTUCK. *AK
THE DEALER REPLACED THE UPPER BALL JOINTS TWICE. NOW THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM *LA
BRAKE FAILURE INTERMITTENTLY WHEN APPLYING BRAKES IN HEAVY TRAFFIC WITH A/C ON, CAUSING PEDAL TO HARDEN BRIEFLY AND RESUME AGAIN. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
1997 Dodge Durango questions
Does the 1997 Dodge Durango have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 Dodge Durango: Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Dodge Durango?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (3), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Dodge Durango has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
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