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Dodge Durango 2004

The 2004 Dodge Durango came with 3 engines: 3.7 L 6-cylinder, 4.7 L 8-cylinder, 5.7 L 8-cylinder. It gets 13 to 16 MPG combined depending on the engine, per the EPA. 9 recall campaigns and 40 owner complaints are on record.

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Dodge Durango
Representative photo of the Durango. It may show a different year or version. Photo: Kidfly182 · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons · resized and cropped

Specs

Engine
4,700 cc
8
Cylinders8
TransmissionAutomatic · 5 speeds
DrivetrainAWD
Dimensions (L × W × H)5,110 × 1,930 × 1,890 mm (201.2 × 76.0 × 74.4 in)
Wheelbase3,000 mm (118.1 in)
Curb weight2,278 kg (5,022 lb)
Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

Dimensions and weight: median of the 2 versions in Canada's official specifications (NHTSA vPIC). Each version differs slightly.

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Safety

Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.

NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2004 Dodge Durango 4-DR.
🇺🇸 Local data
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy (MPG)

🇺🇸 Local data
City
12 MPG
Highway
17 MPG
Combined
14 MPG
Emissions
394 g/km
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By version

EngineTransmissionDrivetrainCityHighwayCombined
3.7 L 6-cylinder Automatic · 4 speeds Rear-wheel (RWD) 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG
4.7 L 8-cylinder Automatic · 5 speeds AWD 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG
4.7 L 8-cylinder Automatic · 5 speeds Rear-wheel (RWD) 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG
5.7 L 8-cylinder Automatic · 5 speeds AWD 12 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG
5.7 L 8-cylinder Automatic · 5 speeds Rear-wheel (RWD) 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG

EPA figures for each version sold in the U.S.

Recalls

9 campaigns🇺🇸 Local dataNHTSA
EQUIPMENT 17V824000 · 2017-12-21 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE 16V352000 · 2016-05-24 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE 15V313000 · 2015-05-27 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.

AIR BAGS 14V770000 · 2014-12-03 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passengerÂ’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, owners were notified and the recall began on December 5, 2014. For all other vehicles, Chrysler notified owners and the recall began on February 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P40 Expanded. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 16V-352. This recall superseded the passenger air bag portion of recall 14V-354.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 09E012000 · 2009-04-07 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 07V092000 · 2007-03-09 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

THIS COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE.

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CLUSTER FOR DAMAGE AND REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-140.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES 04V578000 · 2004-12-08 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

THIS CONTACT COULD ABRADE THE CABLE AND CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BATTERY CABLE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION IT AWAY FROM THE CONTROL ARM MOUNTING BRACKET. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES 04V020000 · 2004-01-14 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

THIS COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO STICK IN THE OPEN POSITION AND RESULT IN A CRASH.

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 19, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH 03V528000 · 2003-12-12 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

THIS COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE.

DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE CAPACITOR FROM THE CIRCUIT BOARD. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 17, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.

10 campaigns🇨🇦 CA dataTransport Canada

It may not apply to vehicles sold in your country. Check with your VIN at the source.

Accessories 2017663 · 2017-12-22 · Transport Canada
Details

On certain vehicles equipped with the Roadside Emergency Kit containing a Kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. Also, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury, and fail to discharge. In case of fire, failure of the extinguisher to function could result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will replace the suspect Kidde fire extinguisher with a new Kidde fire extinguisher with a steel nozzle. For more information about recalled fire extinguishers, please visit <a href="https://inmarmarketaction.com/kidde/Kidde284CA/">www.kidde.com</a>.

Airbag 2016265 · 2016-05-27 · Transport Canada
Details

On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. As a result, if the vehicle were involved in a collision that warrants airbag deployment, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants, and the airbag assembly could be damaged, preventing proper function. These issues could increase the risk of injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the airbag inflator. Note: Canadian climate results in the propellant degrading slowly. The recall is being conducted as a precaution to address future risk, and is expected to replace airbag inflators before their function would be affected.

Airbag 2015228 · 2015-05-27 · Transport Canada
Details

On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Note: This recall supersedes special service campaign 2015-003. Correction: Dealers will replace airbag inflators. All vehicles having received a replacement inflator as part of the previous special service campaign will have a replacement inflator installed.

Airbag 2015093 · 2015-03-03 · Transport Canada
Details

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Canada is conducting a voluntary Safety Improvement Program involving Takata driver and/or passenger airbag inflators installed in certain vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in certain high humidity areas of the United States. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) will replace the driver and/or passenger inflator on affected vehicles, depending on the vehicle involved. Owners who believe their vehicles may have been originally purchased or registered in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands should contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobile (FCA) dealer. This action is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Note: For the 2003 model year Dodge RAM, only the passenger side inflator would need replacement. Additional Note: This special service campaign was replaced by recalls 2015094 and 2015228. Please see these recalls for more information: <a href="http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&&rn=2015094">Click here for more information on the 2015094 recall</a> <a href="http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&&rn=2015228">Click here for more information on the 2015228 recall</a>

Airbag 2015094 · 2015-03-03 · Transport Canada
Details

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Canada is conducting a voluntary Safety Improvement Program involving Takata passenger airbag inflators installed in certain vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in certain high humidity areas of the United States. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) will replace the passenger inflator on affected vehicles. Owners who believe their vehicles may have been originally purchased or registered in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, Guam, American Samoa and Saipan should contact a Fiat Chrysler Automobile (FCA) dealer. This action is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Note: This Safety Improvement Campaign is superseded by recall 2016-265 (FCA Recall S43). Please see <a href="http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&&rn=2016265">recall 2016265</a> for more information.

Airbag 2015003 · 2015-01-06 · Transport Canada
Details

Chrysler Canada is conducting a voluntary Safety Improvement Campaign concerning the driver's airbag inflator on certain vehicles equipped with Takata airbags. Chrysler Canada will replace the driver's inflator on affected vehicles. This action is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Note: This special service campaign was replaced by recall 2015228. Please see recall 2015228 for more information: <a href="http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&&rn=2015228">Click here for more information</a>

Electrical 2007058 · 2007-03-07 · Transport Canada
Details

On certain vehicles, the instrument cluster circuit that controls interior lighting may overheat and cause an instrument panel fire. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the instrument cluster assembly. If the cluster shows no evidence of damage, it will be re-programmed to prevent this condition. In addition, all vehicles will receive a modification that directs interior lighting to a portion of the integrated circuit with additional current carrying capacity.

Electrical 2004431 · 2004-12-10 · Transport Canada
Details

On certain vehicles equipped with 4.7L or 5.7L engines, the positive battery cable could contact the front system upper control arm mounting bracket. Over time, this condition could abrade the cable and cause a short circuit which could result in an underhood fire. Correction: Dealers will reposition and secure the cable away from the control arm mounting bracket.

Electrical 2003346 · 2003-12-23 · Transport Canada
Details

On certain vehicles, an instrument cluster circuit-board capacitor may overheat. This could potentially result in an instrument panel fire. Correction: Dealers will remove the capacitor from the instrument panel cluster.

Powertrain 2004020 · 2003-01-20 · Transport Canada
Details

On certain vehicles, water could become trapped in the throttle cable housing and freeze during extended cold temperatures, potentially resulting in a loss of throttle control. Correction: Dealer will replace the throttle cable.

Common problems

40 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-09-02 · NHTSA

Recall for cluster, dealership said they could not. Get the parts to fix it.they fixed the airbags said we could pick the car up, called the company that sent the recall letter they said I could buy the part,or I could call other dodge dealerships, I have not had a car since I got the do not drive letter which was in …

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES Crash 2024-10-04 · NHTSA

I was coming home. As I pulled in my garage, hit the brake to stop and put in park. The vehicle started winding up to a point where my foot on the brake didn't matter. It accelerated forward, going through the wall of my garage, through my backyard, thru a chain guard, and into the corner of the museum wall next door.…

ENGINE 2024-05-14 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 10 MPH and making a left turn in the rain, the vehicle shut off. There were no warning lights illuminated. While at a car wash, the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that the water was entering the engine compartment. The vehi…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Fire 2023-07-03 · NHTSA

Was sitting at a traffic light and a driver pull up beside me on my drive side, and ask me was my car running hot because she saw that it was smokeing, and i told her no it's not running hot and i would check it out at the service station down the street. before i could pull off another car pull up on my passenger sid…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 2023-03-23 · NHTSA

While driving my vehicle this morning my odometer completely shut off while on the freeway and all my little lights on the dashboard went on. My turn signals, as well as my brake lights stopped working as well.

TRAILER HITCHES 2022-10-28 · NHTSA

2004 DODGE DURANGO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO RUSTING OF THE HITCH.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2022-07-08 · NHTSA

While driving in rain my car stalls and gets shaky. I had it cut off in the midst of driving which can cause harm to myself and others. The cowl doesn’t protect the components under the hood from moisture when it rain causing my vehicle not to function properly. As a result of this my engine light has displayed but go…

STEERING 2022-06-28 · NHTSA

Driving home the steering became very stiff hard to drive , Made it home, power steering pouring out . found out the hydraulic transfer lines had burst Only 100,000 miles on durango. Lucky i was not driving on the express way. dodge durango 2004 5.7 L v8 2wd piece of junk

AIR BAGS 2022-05-17 · NHTSA

Airbag warning dash light comes on intermittently. The Takata airbag recall has been corrected, but the light still comes on. This warning light first appeared on, or about 6 months ago. I have not taken this vehicle back for dealer to re-inspect the issue. The obvious concern here, is whether or not the airbag will f…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2021-09-25 · NHTSA

I brought my vehicle to an Phoenix AZ dealership off of Black Canyon Highway or I-17 on Camelback for airbag safety recall and interior lighting recall and any others needed. When I dropped it off initially I parked on lot by the garage inc front of the rental car business directly in front. I exited my vehicle walkin…

POWER TRAIN 2021-06-01 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle jerked and automatically engaged into four-wheel drive. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transfer case needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was n…

ENGINE 2021-01-25 · NHTSA

CAR WAS PARKED ON A THURSDAY, WAS RUNNING FINE WITH NO PROBLEMS. RAINED ALL WEEKEND. WENT TO START IT ON MONDAY MORNING, PRODUCED A HORRIBLE GRINDING NOISE AND WOULD NOT START. RESEARCH SHOWS THAT THE COWL HAS ALLOWED WATER TO LEAK UNDER THE HOOD AND PUDDLE ON THE MOTOR ALLOWING IT TO SEEP INTO THE INTAKE AND HYDROLOC…

All 40 reports, grouped by component

Questions

What engine does the 2004 Dodge Durango have?
The 2004 Dodge Durango came with 3 engines: 3.7 L 6-cylinder, 4.7 L 8-cylinder, 5.7 L 8-cylinder.
What is the fuel economy of the 2004 Dodge Durango?
It gets 13 to 16 MPG combined depending on the engine, per the EPA.
Does the 2004 Dodge Durango have recalls?
9 recall campaigns are on record. The latest concerns Equipment (2017-12-21).
What are the common problems of the 2004 Dodge Durango?
40 owners have filed complaints, most often about Engine.

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