2006 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 2006 Durango take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.
- Call Dodge to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
- Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
- Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.
Recent 2006 Durango Recalls
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
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 »
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
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 »
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SUSPENSION:REAR Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles, the left rear suspension watts link may have been damaged during vehicle assembly and could fail.
Consequence: A failed watts link could adversely affect vehicle handling and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left rear suspension watts link free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V240000 »
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VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
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 »
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AIR BAGS Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
Summary: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 208, 'Occupant Crash Protection.' The wrong occupant restraint controller (orc) was installed on these vehicles.
Consequence: This can cause increased risk of injury to the driver under certain crash conditions.
Fix: Dealers will replace the occupant restraint control module. The recall began on February 27, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V044000 »
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VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
Summary: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, a static electricity spark between the operator and the vehicle can cause the turn signal, headlamps or windshield wipers to malfunction without warning.
Consequence: This can impair the driver's vision and result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will re-flash the instrument cluster. The recall began on March 6, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V039000 »
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles with anti-lock brake system (ABS), the ABS control module software program may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Consequence: This could result in a loss of vehicle control and a crash could occur without warning.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the ABS control module. The recall is expected to begin on December 12, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #05V554000 »
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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Recall for 2006 Dodge Durango
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 »