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2005 DODGE Durango FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE issues.

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Safety Recalls

Critical #09V003000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
CHRYSLER LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel tank has a problem with the valve that stops fuel from leaking out when you're done refueling. This valve might not close properly, which could cause fuel to leak out.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, and there's an ignition source nearby, it could lead to a fire.
Free Fix
A free repair will be done at the dealership, which will replace the faulty fuel tank assembly. They'll inspect the valve first, and if it's the problem, they'll replace the whole tank to keep you safe.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 18,951 MY 2005 DODGE DURANGO VEHICLES. THE FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE INLET CHECK VALVE MAY NOT FULLY CLOSE AT THE END OF REFUELING. THIS COULD ALLOW SOME FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE FILLER NECK AT THE END OF REFUELING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE. VEHICLES FOUND TO HAVE A SUSPECT INLET CHECK VALVE WILL HAVE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Critical #05V034000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel tank filler tube may not be closing properly, which can cause fuel to leak out when you refuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If fuel leaks onto a hot surface, like the engine or exhaust system, it could catch fire.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to a dealership, where they'll inspect and replace the fuel tank assembly for free, and this will be done at no cost to you.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE INLET CHECK VALVE MAY NOT FULLY CLOSE AT THE END OF REFUELING. THIS COULD ALLOW SOME FUEL TO ESCAPE FROM THE VEHICLE FILLER NECK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INLET CHECK VALVES AND REPLACE THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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