MY 2009 DODGE DURANGO 4WD V8-5.7L HYBRID IS LURCHING AND THUMPING DURING BREAKING AT LOW SPEEDS. A CERTIFIED MECHANIC DETERMINED THE ISSUE IS THE "REAR AXLE PINION NUT". THE MECHANIC ALSO INFORMED ME THAT THIS PART IS UNDER RECALL ON MY MODEL AUTOMOBILE (N08130925-051). A CALL TO CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE REVEALED THAT MY VEHICLE HAS AN 8.25 REAR AXLE AND THE RECALL IS ONLY ON VEHICLES WITH A 9.25…
2009 Dodge Durango powertrain problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
MY 2009 DODGE DURANGO 4WD V8-5.7L HYBRID IS LURCHING AND THUMPING DURING BREAKING AT LOW SPEEDS. A CERTIFIED MECHANIC DETERMINED THE ISSUE IS THE "REAR AXLE PINION NUT". THE MECHANIC ALSO INFORMED ME THAT THIS PART IS UNDER RECALL ON MY MODEL AUTOMOBILE (N08130925-051). A CALL TO CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE REVEALED THAT MY VEHICLE HAS AN 8.25 REAR AXLE AND THE RECALL IS ONLY ON VEHICLES WITH A 9.25…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED AN OIL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER FAILED. THE MECHANIC TRIED TO ORDER THE PART, BUT IT WAS ON BACK ORDER BECAUSE THIS HAD BEEN A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WOULD SEND THE PART ONCE IT BECAME AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT …
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2009 Dodge Durango?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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