2006 Dodge Durango
2006 Dodge Durango
The 2006 Dodge Durango is a mid-size SUV with three rows of seating and available in four trim levels: SXT, SLT, Citadel, and R/T. Engine options include a 3.7-liter V6 with 210 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque, a 4.7-liter V8 with 235 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque, and a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 with 330 horsepower and 370 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a four-speed automatic with the 3.7-liter V6, a five-speed automatic with the 4.7-liter V8, and a six-speed automatic with the 5.7-liter V8.
People like the Durango for its spacious interior, powerful engines, and rugged design. However, some common issues have been reported with the vehicle.
Engine
3.7-liter V6
- Cylinder Head Warping
- Description/Symptoms: Engine overheating, loss of coolant, white smoke from exhaust
- Solution: Replace warped cylinder heads
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000
- Recalls: None Found
- Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Engine vacuum leak, rough idle, loss of power
- Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
- Recalls: None Found
4.7-liter V8
- Cam Phaser Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Engine ticking noise, loss of power, check engine light
- Solution: Replace cam phasers
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500
- Recalls: None Found
5.7-liter Hemi V8
- Valve Train Noise
- Description/Symptoms: Tapping or ticking noise from engine
- Solution: Adjust valve lifters
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
- Recalls: None Found
Transmission
Four-Speed Automatic (3.7-liter V6)
- Solenoid Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping or shuddering, difficulty shifting gears
- Solution: Replace faulty solenoid
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
- Recalls: None Found
Five-Speed Automatic (4.7-liter V8)
- Torque Converter Shudder
- Description/Symptoms: Transmission shuddering when accelerating
- Solution: Replace torque converter
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000
- Recalls: None Found
Six-Speed Automatic (5.7-liter Hemi V8)
- Overheating
- Description/Symptoms: Transmission fluid overheating, transmission slipping or shuddering
- Solution: Install an auxiliary transmission cooler
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
- Recalls: None Found
Suspension
- Front Control Arm Bushings Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noise from front suspension, uneven tire wear
- Solution: Replace control arm bushings
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
- Recalls: None Found
Electrical
- Alternator Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Battery not charging, electrical system malfunctions
- Solution: Replace alternator
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
- Recalls: None Found
- Starter Motor Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Engine not starting, grinding noise when starting
- Solution: Replace starter motor
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
- Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- Door Lock Actuator Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Power door locks not working, door cannot be opened from inside or outside
- Solution: Replace door lock actuator
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
- Recalls: None Found
Interior
- Power Window Motor Failure
- Description/Symptoms: Power window not working, noise from door panel
- Solution: Replace power window motor
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
- Recalls: None Found
- Climate Control Malfunction
- Description/Symptoms: AC not blowing cold air, heater not working
- Solution: Diagnose and repair faulty component (blower motor, compressor, etc.)
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2006 Dodge Durango is a capable SUV that offers a lot of features and space for the price. However, it is not without its issues. The engine and transmission can experience some serious problems that can be expensive to fix. The suspension, electrical, and interior components can also have issues. Overall, the severity and cost of the issues with the Durango can vary depending on the specific problem.