Issue ID | 1500242 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11131662 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | DURANGO |
Model Year | 2011 |
File date | 29/08/18 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Car began misfiring while driving, and then would not move once stopped and then put back into gear. Engine light and fcw indicators came on. Initial diagnosis was to replace two sensors. Problem returned after replacement. Next diagnosis was to replace all 16 spark plugs with boots. Still did not solve problem. Electrical system was checked to find any leaks, none were found, but a new code originated to re-flash computer. Computer was pulled and found to be taking on water and corroding terminals. Computer was cleaned and re-sealed to fix problem. But computer is likely to take on more water and corrode again. Total repair was over 1600. 00 and 20 days in shop. Included document does not include initial sensors and plug replacement. Mechanic indicated that based on observation, wires connecting to computer had been worked on in the past, likely to address similar problem |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 138000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BELLVILLE, MI |
VIN pattern | 1D4SE5GT3BCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 50 |
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