MY VEHICLE BEGAN HAVING THIS ISSUE IN 2015. MY VEHICLE HAS A LONG CRANK AND SOMETIMES DOES NOT TURN OVER. IT WILL ALSO TURN OVER, THEN SPUTTER OUT AFTER RUNNING FOR 20-30 SECONDS. IN 2015, I BEGAN TO HAVE THE ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE NOT TURNING ON/NOT TURNING OVER. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED DEALER AND THE TIPM MODULE WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY HAD THE ISSUE TURNING OVER, BUT WHEN I TOOK…
2012 dodge Durango engine problems
moderate 75 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
75
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be serviced but no additional information was available. …
ENGINE HAS CUTOUT (TURNS OFF) WHILE DRIVING ON 4 OCCASIONS. ON ALL FOUR OCCASIONS IT HAS OCCURRED WHILE I WAS EXITING A ROAD/RAMP. WHEN VEHICLE CUTS OUT POWER STEERING ALSO DOES NOT WORK. IN ALL OCCASIONS I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD OR STOP BEFORE THE ROAD ENDS. THE VEHICLE THEN STARTS RIGHT BACK UP AND FUNCTIONS PROPERLY. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS HAVE COME ON.
VEHICLE STALLED TWICE IN THE PAST MONTH WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH. LOST POWER STEERING CAPABILITY WHICH CREATED A DANGEROUS SITUATION IN AN ATTEMPT TO PULL THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER. SECOND INCIDENT HAPPENED YESTERDAY. VEHICLE DID RESTART AFTER A FEW ATTEMPTS. VEHICLE RECALL R09 WAS ALLEGEDLY ADDRESSED BY ROUTE 46 DODGE IN NJ IN 2015.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO CLASSIC DODGE OF ARLINGTON (1333 EAST INTERSTATE 20, ARLINGTON, TX), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.
My check engine light came on for my engine oil filter housing ! I had it repaired a total of 4 times already ! This recent time it put my vehicle into limp mode while doing 65 mph on the highway I had loss all power to my car ! Now even after repair my check engine still comes on with code and sends my car into limp mode until my PCM gets reflashed
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2012 dodge Durango?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 75 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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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