2001 DODGE DURANGO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

963

Owner Complaints

82 Crashes 25 Fires

7

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

9

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2001 DODGE DURANGO

The 2001 DODGE DURANGO has received a total of 963 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint (168 complaints), Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint (89 complaints), and Electrical System (64 complaints).

Recalls for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO

NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO, potentially affecting up to 2,548,575 vehicles.

Recall 08E064000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

| 2,805 vehicles affected

Defect: SKF IS RECALLING 2,805 HUB UNITS, PART NO. BR930361, SOLD AS A SERVICE PART FOR 1997-2004 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES AND 1999-2003 DODGE DURANGO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2-WHEEL DRIVE & REAR AXLE ABS. DUE TO A SPECIFICATION ERROR, THE ROTOR PILOT FOR THE HUB UNIT MAY BE TOO LONG. THIS RESULTS IN THE WHEEL TO NOT BE SEATED FULLY AGAINST THE...

Consequence: IMPROPER SEATING OF THE WHEEL CAN RESULT IN EXCESSIVE VIBRATION, BRAKE ROTOR NOISE, DIFFICULTY REMOVING THE WHEEL AFTER INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE, AND POSSIBLY WHEEL-END SEPARATION DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. SHOULD WHEEL-END SEPARATION OCCUR, THE DRIVER COULD LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

Remedy: SKF WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE HUB UNITS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SKF VSM NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-644-8999.

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Recall 07V555000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

| 576,418 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN VAN AND PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE IGNITION/PARK SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEM MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE. THIS CAN ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE "PARK" POSITION WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED (OR IN THE "LOCK" POSITION). THIS CAN ALSO ALLOW THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE...

Consequence: EITHER OF THESE CONDITIONS COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY CAUSING A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GEARSHIFT BLOCKER AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Recall 06V339000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

| 35,103 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT BENCH SEATS ONLY, IF FLUID IS SPILLED FROM THE FLOOR MOUNTED CUP HOLDER, AN UNUSED CONSOLE POWER OUTLET CONNECTOR LOCATED UNDER THE SEAT MAY BECOME CONTAMINATED.

Consequence: THIS MAY ALLOW DEVELOPMENT OF A HIGH RESISTIVE SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE CONNECTOR, WHICH COULD EVENTUALLY LEAD TO A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CONSOLE WIRING CONNECTOR FOR CORROSION, CLEAN AS REQUIRED, AND INSTALL A CAP TO PREVENT ADDITIONAL FLUID FROM CONTAMINATING THE CONNECTOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 30, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER CHRYSLER AT...

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Recall 06E024000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

| 44,386 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT K&N FUEL PERFORMANCE KITS, P/NOS. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, AND 57-1530. ALSO, A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF THESE KITS WERE SOLD UNDER THE MOPAR PERFORMANCE PARTS BRAND NAME (P/NOS. P5007069 AND P5007070). ALL KITS WERE MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 20, 1999, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 23, 2004. THESE ASSEMBLIES WERE MANUFACTURED AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS AND...

Consequence: A JAMMED OPEN THROTTLE COULD CAUSE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH OR INCREASED STOPING DISTANCES WHEN BRAKING.

Remedy: K&N WILL PROVIDE OWNERS WITH A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 20, 2006.

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Recall 04V596000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

| 592,707 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4), IF MOISTURE LEAKS INTO THE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT, EVACUATION OF THE LUBRICANT AND CORROSION OF THE JOINT MAY CAUSE THE JOINT TO WEAR OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. THIS COULD CAUSE A CLUNKING NOISE IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION, WHICH MAY NOT ALWAYS BE HEARD...

Consequence: EXCESSIVE WEAR IN THE UPPER BALL JOINT MAY ALLOW IT TO SEPARATE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS. THIS SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BEGAN ON DECEMBER 21, 2004. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Recall 01V077000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

| 85,400 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE. THE ELECTRIC SHIFT TRANSFER CASE MAY NOT FULLY ENGAGE INTO GEAR WHEN THE OPERATOR MOVES THE TRANSFER CASE SELECTOR SWITCH.

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE TRANSFER CASE TO END UP IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION UNEXPECTEDLY AND ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSFER CASE CONTROL MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME...

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Recall 00V366000 — CHILD SEAT

| 1,211,756 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.

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Owner Complaints for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO

963 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 168 6 Crashes 5 Injuries
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 89 4 Crashes 1 Injury
Electrical System
Complaints: 64 1 Crash 9 Fires 5 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 52 4 Crashes 3 Injuries
Suspension
Complaints: 32 5 Crashes 2 Fires 2 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 27 15 Crashes 15 Injuries
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 25 2 Crashes 5 Injuries
Seats
Complaints: 22 1 Crash 5 Injuries
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 19
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 19 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 16 13 Crashes 14 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 15
Steering
Complaints: 15 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 14
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 14 1 Crash
Engine
Complaints: 13 1 Crash 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 13
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 13
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 12 1 Fire
Power Train
Complaints: 12 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 10 4 Crashes 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 10 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 10 3 Crashes
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 9 2 Crashes
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 8
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 8
Equipment
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Tires
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 2 Fires
Service Brakes
Complaints: 6
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 6
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 5
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 5
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 5
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 5
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 5
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 4
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 4
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 4
Visibility
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 3
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 3
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Belts
Complaints: 3 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 3
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Steeringrack And Pinionrack
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Structurebody
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 3
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assemblyleaf
Complaints: 3
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 2 2 Fires
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 2
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsunit
Complaints: 2
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 2
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 2
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 2 2 Injuries
Seatsmidrear Assembly
Complaints: 2 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 5 Injuries
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Steeringrack And Pinionpinion Shaft
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfronthub
Complaints: 2
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assembly
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 2
Wheels
Complaints: 2
Wheelshub
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Diesel
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeindicator Light
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift
Complaints: 1
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinecenter Support Bearing
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineuniversal Joint
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsintegrated Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Service Brakes Airdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipwheel Speed Sensortone Ring
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuumhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearsprings
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearspringsair Suspension Systemspringsbags
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assemblyu Bolt Leaf Spring To Axle
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 1 1 Crash

Most Recent Complaints

#11545147 | ENGINE | | 217,000 miles
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon start of the vehicle; an abnormal clanking sound was coming from the vehicle. An independent mechanic was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was most likely related to a defective rod bearing. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 217,000.
#11437414 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles
The entire underneath and some panels of the vehicle are completely rusted to the point that the vehicle cannot be safely driven. The vehicle has never been in an ocean front town. Has been in Frankfurt, Germany and Atchison, Kansas.
#11437414 | STEERING | | N/A miles
The entire underneath and some panels of the vehicle are completely rusted to the point that the vehicle cannot be safely driven. The vehicle has never been in an ocean front town. Has been in Frankfurt, Germany and Atchison, Kansas.
#11437414 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
The entire underneath and some panels of the vehicle are completely rusted to the point that the vehicle cannot be safely driven. The vehicle has never been in an ocean front town. Has been in Frankfurt, Germany and Atchison, Kansas.
#11407991 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
IN THE PAST YEAR MY ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS GONE HAYWIRE. FIRST MY PASSENGERS ALL LOST THEIR ABILITY TO USE WINDOW CONTROLS, ONLY THE DRIVER HAS CONTROL, BUT EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE IT WILL WORK, PRETTY RANDOM. THEN MY LEFT HEADLIGHT WENT OUT. NOT THE BULB, THE ENTIRE HEADLAMP STOPPED WORKING, AND IF I SWITCH TO MY HIGH BEAMS THE RIGHT ONE WON'T WORK. AND NOW MY READ PASSENGER BREAK LIGHT WON'T COME ON. ALSO AFTER I TURN OFF MY CAR COMPLETELY, ONCE IN A WHILE ABOUT 30 SECONDS LATER THE RADIO WILL COME BACK ON BY ITSELF! WE CANNOT FIGURE OUT HOW TO FIX ANY OF IT. WE'VE TRIED EVERYTHING! ALL OF THIS HAPPENS WHILE CAR IS IN MOTION, PARKED AND STATIONARY

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Safety Rating for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2001 DODGE DURANGO in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

1802501 — POWER TRAIN

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH 2-3, 4-5, AND 5-4 UPSHIFTS CAUSING A POWERTRAIN CLUNK OR SHUDDER WHEN ACCELERATING. *TT

1802101 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

INFORMATION REGARDING ENGINE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS.*SLC

2401101 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHISTLING SOUND COMING FROM THE DEFROSTER OUTLETS. *TT

1900900 — STEERING

EXPERIENCING A POPPING SENSATION / SOUND FELT AND / OR HEARD IN THE STEERING COLUMN DURING SHARP TURNS (PARKING LOT MANEUVERS). *TT

0803800 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT

0803500 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SURGE WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ENGAGED AT 74 - 76 KM/H (46 - 47 MPH) AND / OR AT 109 - 111 KM/H (68 - 69 MPH). *TT

2400700 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

SUBJECT REGARDING DUAL ZONE MODE CONTROL OPERATION. *TT

00056 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

OWNER'S MANUAL WHICH FAILED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES. *TT

082500 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

INFORMATION REGARDING THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) UNLOCK SEQUENCE - ALL DOORS UNLOCK ON FIRST BUTTON PRESS. *TT

NHTSA Investigations for the 2001 DODGE DURANGO

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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