2003 Dodge Durango Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2003 Dodge Durango recalls

Most common 2003 Dodge Durango problems

Problem areas named in the 339 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	107
Electrical System	57
Engine And Engine Cooling	40
Exterior Lighting	39
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	29
Power Train	27
Visibility	23
Steering	20
Air Bags	17
Tires	16

What owners report

2026-07-18, Seat Belts
The seatbelt is locking up and won't pull out for the driver and the front passenger.

2025-07-14, Structure
The obd reader on my 2003 Durango brings up code for central timing module and eeprm checksum error were the safety recall is in order but the vin number is not in the list of recall. It has all the specification of recall but vin number isn't in the list of recalls. I'm driving around in a unsafe vehicle due to manufacturing error that my vin number is the only thing why they won't fix it. Why do they not care if I kill myself or others from this that the recall is

2024-07-23, Unknown Or Other
Clogged or leaking A/C drain hose. This hose is responsible for draining condensation from the A/C evaporator, the condensation pools in large quantity on the passenger floorboard. This constitute a hazard for the electrical systems near it and a risk of corrosion not to mention potential toxic mold and basically the car self flooding. A few videos document the issue and it is due to bad design where the drain hose is oriented upward and/or the seal blocking water from penetrating the passenger cabin is cracked or falls away in time. Cars from 20+ years ago like my Dodge Durango would certainly experience a degradation of such a seal. The seal itself is very difficult to get to but the is

2022-03-14, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the battery had been replaced after being drained due to an unknown electrical failure. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the alarm would inadvertently sound while the vehicle was turned off. Additionally, the lights would flash on and off intermittently. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle would only restart while in Neutral. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be an out of pocket expense. The vehicle was not repaire

2020-12-10, Power Train
TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS MOTHER WHO OWNS A 2003 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATE THAT WHILE HIS MOTHER WAS DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTED TO FIRST GEAR WITHOUT WARNING TEMPORARILY AND THEN RETURNED TO NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. LEITH CHRYSLER JEEP (5500 CAPITAL BLVD, RALEIGH, NC 27616, (919) 867-5907) WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 160,000.

2003 Dodge Durango questions

Does the 2003 Dodge Durango have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2003 Dodge Durango: Electrical System; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Dodge Durango?

Based on 339 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (107), Electrical System (57), Engine And Engine Cooling (40).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.