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2004 Dodge Durango repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (22%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (4%)

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2004 Dodge Durango engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (11%)

$1000 - $2499 (16%)

$500 - $999 (32%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (32%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Dodge Durango

Engine not specified

59500 mi

US $850
O2 sensors, $200. 
64500 mi

US $200
Fan clutch replaced. The engine kept over-heating, usually while idling at extended periods or while in heavy backed-up traffic. Added a gallon of antifreeze. 
76000 mi Car was overheating while idling. It was low on antifreeze so he added a half gallon. There must be a very small leak in the radiator somewhere. I haven't had it fixed yet.  
80000 mi

US $600
Loud ticking noise coming from engine area when engine was cold (i.e every morning). The bolts holding the manifold were rusted and broken off. The mechanic replaced all of the bolts and gaskets. 

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2004 Dodge Durango 4dr SUV

330-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

181500 mi

US $1500
Blew engine gasket. Needed new water pump, thermostat, gaskets and new head. 
198000 mi

US $1900
fan clutch,  

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2004 Dodge Durango 4dr SUV

330-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

104000 mi

US $534
Leak Detection Pump 
210000 mi

US $2500
cracked valve seat Rebuilt engine 
101000 mi

US $6500
Engine threw a rod. No warning-just tried starting and huge rattling noise in engine. Found out this is not unusual for 04 Durango HEMIs, but Dodge not helpful and warranty for engine 70k 
136500 mi

US $80
egr valve replaced 
140500 mi

US $600
check engine light on.had to replace oxygen sensor and fuel gauge with fuel pump because cover had deteriorated and was leaking. 
35000 mi

US $85
5.7 L HEMI low speed stalling happened. Found TSB 18-013-05A, had the dealer perform TSB, involved flashing the PCM with new firmware to avoid idle undershoot. No problem since 
50000 mi We purchased the vehicle used in July and noticed a drivetrain rattle within a week. I discovered a TSB that seemed related so I asked the dealer to check it. Since we paid to transfer the factory powertrain warranty, the repair was covered. 
88000 mi Slow leak of engine coolant when cold 
115300 mi

US $750
Drivers side exhausted header bolts snapped. Replaced bolts. 

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2004 Dodge Durango 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

195000 mi

US $50
Crankshaft position sensor failed; engine suddenly hard to start and ran very rough. 
42000 mi

US $380
Running hot 

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2004 Dodge Durango 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

130000 mi Engine leaking fluids from rear cylinder heads; no work done. 
99200 mi

US $600
replace radiator 

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2004 Dodge Durango Engine Problems

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