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History
The following section is an excerpt from Wikipedia's Dodge Durango page on 18 August 2019, text available via the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
The Dodge Durango is a mid-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) produced by Dodge. The first two generations were very similar in that both were based on the Dodge Dakota, both featured a body-on-frame construction and both were produced at the Newark Assembly Plant in Newark, Delaware.
The third-generation Durango is built on the same platform as the Jeep Grand Cherokee, features unibody construction, and has been assembled at the Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit, Michigan, since mid-2010.
First generation (1998–2003)
The Durango was marketed as a sturdy truck-based SUV designed to hold up to seven passengers and tow up to 7,500 lb (3,400 kg) when properly equipped. The Durango shared a front end, instrument panel, and front seats with the Dakota pickup on which it was based. Original designs of the eight-passenger Durango featured a rear-facing third row similar to many older station wagons. To make room for a more practical forward-facing third row, Dodge shortened the length of the front doors and raised the roof two inches (5 cm) beyond the front seats, allowing for stadium seating. The Durango's roof rack was designed to mask the appearance of the raised roof.
The 4.7 L Magnum V8 replaced the 5.2 L Magnum V8 engine for 2000; however, the 5.2 was still available in the early 2000 models. In that same year, a special AWD performance version called the R/T was released with a 5.9 L Magnum V8. In 1999 and 2000, a limited-edition Shelby S.P.360 version was offered that featured a supercharged version of the 5.9 L Magnum V8 engine. Output is 360 hp (268 kW; 365 PS) and 412 lb⋅ft (559 N⋅m) of torque. Exterior modifications include unique wheels, tires, suspension, and bumpers. It came standard with Viper blue paint with two racing stripes down the center of the truck. It had a 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) time of 7.1 seconds. The top speed was 142 mph (229 km/h).
Second generation (2004–2009)
The second-generation Durango was first shown as a concept dubbed Dodge Durango R/T concept at the 2003 Detroit Auto Show. It debuted shortly before the companion Dakota. Like the Dakota, it has much in common with the large Dodge Ram pickup, including a fully boxed frame. It is 7 in (180 mm) longer, 2 in (51 mm) wider, and 3 in (76 mm) taller than the previous model. It also offered a third-row bench with three seats, giving it an eight-seat capacity. The design took its styling primarily from the Dodge Powerbox concept, which was itself based on the 1999 Dodge Power Wagon concept, and the 2003-2004 Durango R/T concept.
Debuting for 2004 was a new coil-spring rear suspension for the solid rear axle. A Watt's linkage system is fitted to the rear axle, centering the axle and reducing rear-end skate over rough surfaces, and allowing a lower and wider cargo floor.
Third generation (2011–present)
After announcing the discontinuation of the Durango after the 2009 model year, Dodge released an Internet site and teaser photos of the third-generation Dodge Durango on August 16, 2010.
The 2011 Dodge Durango entered production on December 14, 2010, alongside the second-generation Charger in the 2011 vehicle lineup. It went on sale for general dealership availability in mid-January 2011.
The third-generation Durango is built alongside the Jeep Grand Cherokee at the Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit, Michigan, sharing the assembly line, running gear, powertrains, and chassis parts with the Grand Cherokee. The wheelbase of the Durango is longer than that of the Grand Cherokee. It features three rows of seating compared to the Grand Cherokee's two rows.
Reference Desk
The Crittenden Automotive Library's "Reference Desk" is a collection of materials that cannot be shared due to copyright restrictions. Information from these resources, however, can be shared. Go to the Reference Desk page for more information.
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2001  Book | Chrysler Full-Size Trucks 1997-2000 Repair Manual by Joe Pellicciotti; Chilton Automotive Books |
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Pleasant Prairie Fire & Rescue Photo ©2012 Bill Crittenden View photo of Pleasant Prairie Fire & Rescue Dodge Durango - 4.6MB |
| Date | Document Name & Details | Documents |
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| December 1997 | On-Site Redesigned Air Bag Investigation Vehicle - 1998 Dodge Durango SLT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |  PDF - 2,007KB - 14 pages |
| June 1998 | Remote Air Bag Deployment Report Vehicle - 1998 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 323KB - 10 pages |
| July 1998 | Remote, Redesigned Air Bag Special Study 1998 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 476KB - 9 pages |
| classified date 2000 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango 4 x 4, 4-door SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 40.6MB - 101 pages |
| classified date 1998 | In-depth Vehicle Occupant Report 1998 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 13.7MB - 113 pages |
| classified date 2000 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Durango, 4-door 4x4 SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2.6MB - 105 pages |
| March 1999 | Remote, Redesigned Air Bag Special Study 1999 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 427KB - 9 pages |
| classified date 2001 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2000 Dodge Durango SLT, 4-door 4x4 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.8MB - 113 pages |
| January 2011 | On-Site Child Restraint System Investigation Vehicle - 2002 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 681KB - 12 pages |
| 23 January 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 201U: Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, Upper Interior Head Impact Protection 2003 Dodge Durango SXT 4-Door SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.2MB - 168 pages |
| 9 September 2003 | >Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 110(Indicant): Tire Selection and Rims 2003 Dodge Durango, MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1.3MB - 24 pages |
| 24 September 2004 | Vehicle Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 208, Occupant Crash Protection; FMVSS 212, Windshield Mounting; FMVSS 219, Windshield Intrustion (Partial); FMVSS 301, Fuel System Integrity 2004 Dodge Durango MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Part 1 PDF - 2.5MB - 199 pages Part 2 PDF - 14.7MB - 200 pages Part 3 PDF - 8.5MB - 94 pages |
| 30 October 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 225: "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems" 2003 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 535KB - 56 pages |
| 5 February 2004 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 201U: Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, Upper Interior Head Impact Protection 2004 Dodge Durango ST MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 6.3MB - 134 pages |
| March 2004 | Calspan On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2004 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 321KB - 20 pages |
| 23 September 2004 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 225: "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems" 2004 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2.2MB - 67 pages |
| April 2004 | On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Investigation Vehicle - 2004 Dodge Durango Limited National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 664KB - 14 pages |
| May 2010 | On-Site Child Restraint System Investigation Vehicle - 2005 Dodge Durango SLT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 728KB - 23 pages |
| April 2007 | Remote Not in Traffic Surveillance Back Over Investigation 2007 Dodge Durango National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,680KB - 24 pages |
| 2011 | SAFETY RECALL L33: ENGINE BLOCK DEBRIS Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 24KB - 1 page |
| 26 September 2011 | NHTSA Recall 11V487000 2012 Chrysler 200, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 2012 Dodge Charger, 2012 Dodge Durango, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2012 Dodge Journey, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 26 September 2011 | From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 107KB - 4 pages |
| 29 September 2011 | Rod Bearing Failure From: Ric Willard, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: David Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 27KB - 3 pages |
| November 2011 | Safety Recall L33 - Engine Block Debris Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 4.5MB - 41 pages |
| 17 November 2011 | NHTSA Identification Number 11 V-487 From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 18KB - 1 page |
| 6 January 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/11 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 85KB - 2 pages |
| 4 April 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/12 From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 38KB - 2 pages |
| 6 July 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 6/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 105KB - 2 pages |
| 5 October 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 9/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 39KB - 2 pages |
| 7 January 2013 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 1.1MB - 2 pages |
| 18 April 2013 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/13 From: Kristin J. Kolodge, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 44KB - 2 pages |
