TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE SHIFT LEVER WAS IN THE PARK POSITION, THE VEHICLE ROLLED FORWARD AND CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THERE WAS NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2014 dodge Durango powertrain problems
severe 41 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
41
Recalls
0
Crashes
7
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
THE CAR IS MAKING AN ANNOYING "WHINING NOISE/HUM" WHEN DRIVING. AS THE SPEED INCREASES SO DOES THE NOISE. I HAVE HAD THE 2014 DURANGO CITADEL (V6) 2 YEARS AND HAVE APPROXIMATELY 16,000 MILES ON IT. I STARTED TO NOTICE THE NOISE AROUND 12,000 MILES. THE TIRES ARE INFLATED AT THE RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE AND HAVE BEEN RECENTLY ROTATED. THIS HAS HAD NO EFFECT ON THE LEVEL OF NOISE. I SPOKE TO…
WIFE WENT TO START UP VEHICLE AND IT WOULD NOT CRANK OVER.CALLED AAA FOR A JUMP. IT CRANK AND STARTED WITH A RATTLE CAN SOUND.I CAME HOME TO VERIFY SOUND. IT DID SUCH SOUND AS SHE EXPLAINED. I'M A MECHANIC AND REMOVED VALVE COVER TO CHECK FOR ROCKER DAMAGE NONE FOUND. I REMOVED INTAKE AND FOUND WATER IN #7AND #8 CYLINDER.I LOOKED AT SEALS ON INTAKE AND FOUND NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY. THE SEALS WERE …
AFTER PARKING IN MY DRIVEWAY WHICH IS ON A VERY SLIGHT ANGLE TO THE STREET, I WENT INSIDE AND SAT DOWN. A FEW MINUTES LATER, MY NEIGHBOR CAME TO THE DOOR AND TOLD ME MY CAR WAS IN THE STREET. IT HAD ROLLED BACK ABOUT 50 FEET . THE VEHICLE WAS STILL LOCKED AND SHOWED IT WAS IN PARK. THANK GOD THERE WERE NO INJURIES.
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2014 dodge Durango?
It's a meaningful issue. 41 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
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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