2005 Dodge Durango Recalls

What To Do If Your Durango Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Dodge, so if you own a 2005 Durango take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Dodge to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2005 Durango Recalls

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 2005 Dodge Durango

  • Recall Announced APRIL 07 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09E012000
  • Number Affected 16,270

  Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

  Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

  Fix: 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.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Recall for 2005 Dodge Durango

  • Recall Announced JANUARY 08 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V003000
  • Number Affected 18,951

  Summary: Chrysler is recalling 18,951 MY 2005 Dodge Durango vehicles. The fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling. This could allow some fuel to escape from the vehicle through the filler neck at the end of refueling.

  Consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank inlet check valve. Vehicles found to have a suspect inlet check valve will have the fuel tank assembly replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during April 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V003000 »

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL Recall for 2005 Dodge Durango

  • Recall Announced MARCH 09 2007
  • NHTSA Reference #07V092000
  • Number Affected 328,424

  Summary: On some sport utility vehicles, under certain operating conditions, an integrated circuit in the instrument cluster that controls interior lighting may overheat.

  Consequence: This could potentially cause an instrument panel fire.

  Fix: 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.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07V092000 »

• VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR Recall for 2005 Dodge Durango

  • Recall Announced MARCH 08 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06V067000
  • Number Affected 268,800

  Summary: On certain vans and sport utility vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor armature shaft may break.

  Consequence: During certain operating conditions, loss of front windshield wiping capability could occur, and the driver's vision could be obscured which could result in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The recall began on June 19, 2006, to Dodge Durango owners. Minivan owners will be notified during July 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V067000 »

• POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Recall for 2005 Dodge Durango

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 06 2005
  • NHTSA Reference #05V460000
  • Number Affected 256,409

  Summary: On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.

  Consequence: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V460000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Recall for 2005 Dodge Durango

  • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 03 2005
  • NHTSA Reference #05V034000
  • Number Affected 26,000

  Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles, the fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling. This could allow some fuel to escape from the vehicle filler neck.

  Consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the inlet check valves and replace the fuel tank assembly free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V034000 »