Faults:

I just had to replace the rear end and the transmission for $4000.00.

The driver side window has never worked, and I had a guy take a look at it and he said it need a new motor, which will run me anywhere from 250.00 to 300.00.

The A/C works whenever it wants to.

There is a howling noise in the rear end still, and the mechanic said it is my transfer case.

General Comments:

My Durango will blow you in the dust now, but I just dropped 4000.00 into it and the howling is so loud it will drive you insane.

Faults:

We had to replace the output sensor in 2007, the window motor ($500) in 2006, and this year, 2008, I was in an accident with it and the airbag did not go off.

Does anyone else have any airbag issues with the 2000 Dodge Durango SLT 4x4?

Faults:

SO far nothing has gone wrong (knock on wood). Just regular maintenance items such as fluid changes, and regular inspections keep it in tip top shape. The leather seats of my R/T model are holding up well considering they're eight years old!

One thing that's ongoing (especially now that its winter time) is I have to constantly lube the rear lock mechanism to keep it from sticking open. Otherwise, when I open the hatch and go to close it - it won't latch; it'll bounce back up about 1" then look like its closed, but its really not. This is more of an inconvenience and with the vehicle being driven in harsh winter conditions and being eight years old, I'm surprised I haven't had more problems!

General Comments:

The R/T makes a great touring vehicle. If you live in flat grounded areas with no hills then the R/T might seem overkill. EPA rates it at 12/16 (old ratings) and I average 14.4mpg with 50/50 driving which is acceptable, even considering that I romp on the throttle occasionally. The 3.92 axle ratio puts rpms justa touch over 2000rpm at 60mph. More modern SUV's are around 1600-1800rpm at the same speed. So if you drive a lot in flat areas you'll want an SLT with 3.55 axle ratio. However, performance will suffer.

The A pillars are thicker than normal, which can be a hindrance in tight corners where there are a lot of pedestrians or things going on to keep track of since you have to move your head more than usual.

I'm a big guy (6'3" 245lbs) and find the cain size is just right. I don't like too much space and I don't want to feel squished either. When going over rough roads where the trucks suspension rebounds a lot I have to put the power seat down all the way or else my head bounces off the roof ever so slighty. Its just an annoyance.

Faults:

The ball-joints have needed to be replaced twice.

Gas mileage is quite costly.

Headlights tend to become covered in winter snowy conditions.

A rattle sound has become annoying at 200 000km.

General Comments:

The Durango has an extremely fast acceleration and pickup at higher speeds.

The ergonomics of the front and middle seats are very comfortable and joyful.

Stereo has rich sound.

A blast to drive.

Performs alright on moderately rugged terrain.

Faults:

Transmission went out. Got repaired then 5 months later, the Output Speed Sensor and Governor Pressure Sensor went out. Time to get rid of it. Wish I would have sold it immediately after the transmission repair.

General Comments:

I got the top model offered at the time. SLT, 3.9L, V8 with leather interior, tow package, third roe seat, controls on steering wheel. The car handle great for my wife. A warning to all future Durango owners: get rid of it as soon as a major repair is completed.