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2004 Dodge Durango Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 4.0× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
1,114Complaints
9Recalls
45Crashes
74Fires
42Injured
2Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (29.3% of complaints) — has no NHTSA recall or open investigation on file.

Engine complaints here are 4.0× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine326 · 29.3%No official action
Electrical System171 · 15.4%RecalledRecall 07V092000 · Recall 04V578000 · Recall 03V528000
Engine And Engine Cooling155 · 13.9%No official action
Air Bags136 · 12.2%RecalledRecall 16V352000 · Recall 14V770000 · Recall 15V313000
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine76 · 6.8%No official action
Power Train64 · 5.7%Investigation closedEA05018 · PE05027

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE326 · 29.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM171 · 15.4%
AIR BAGS136 · 12.2%
POWER TRAIN64 · 5.7%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL41 · 3.7%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL37 · 3.3%
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION26 · 2.3%
STEERING25 · 2.2%

Percentages are the share of the 1,114 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 9 campaigns

Equipment

NHTSA campaign 17V824000 · 2017 · reported 12/21/2017

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 16V352000 · 2016 · reported 05/24/2016

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.… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Park it  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags

NHTSA campaign 14V770000 · 2014 · reported 12/03/2014

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 15V313000 · 2015 · reported 05/27/2015

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Park it  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Exterior Lighting

NHTSA campaign 09E012000 · 2009 · reported 04/07/2009

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel

NHTSA campaign 07V092000 · 2007 · reported 03/09/2007

THIS COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables

NHTSA campaign 04V578000 · 2004 · reported 12/08/2004

THIS CONTACT COULD ABRADE THE CABLE AND CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash

NHTSA campaign 03V528000 · 2003 · reported 12/12/2003

THIS COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Vehicle Speed Control:cables

NHTSA campaign 04V020000 · 2004 · reported 01/14/2004

THIS COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE TO STICK IN THE OPEN POSITION AND RESULT IN A CRASH. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“DT: THE CONTACT STATED TWO SEAT BELTS BROKE. SHE NOTICED THIS ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO. PRIOR TO THIS THE PLASTIC PIECE ON THE SEAT BELT…”NHTSA complaint 10132282 — filed 09/22/2005 · SEAT BELTS
“I PURCHASED A 2004 DODGE DURANGO WITH THE HEMI ENGINE IN APRIL OF 2004. IN JULY 2004 THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE…”NHTSA complaint 10131958 — filed 08/08/2005 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
“I PURCHASED A 2004 DODGE DURANGO WITH THE HEMI ENGINE IN APRIL OF 2004. IN JULY 2004 THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE…”NHTSA complaint 10131958 — filed 08/08/2005 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Durango?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 326 of 1,114 NHTSA complaints (29.3%), followed by electrical system (171), engine and engine cooling (155), air bags (136). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2004 Dodge Durango have?

1,114 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 45 involved a crash, 74 involved a fire, and 42 reported injuries. 2 deaths were reported.

Does the 2004 Dodge Durango have any recalls?

Yes — 9 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 17V824000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2004 Dodge Durango's reported problems?

2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.