2012 Dodge Durango: Engine won't turnover won't start
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2012 Durango report: engine won't turnover won't start. CarComplaints.com lists 25 owner complaints, average mileage 48,900 miles.
NHTSA has 347 owner complaints for the 2012 Durango in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11762564 (filed 09/07/2026): “The component or system failed or malfunctioned, is the accelerator, brakes, stirring and electrical. the car is available for inspection upon your request. the car is having problems coming to a stop and it is very difficult to control the vehicle because the…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11757912 (filed 08/19/2026): “Vehicle was unable to start upon attempts in the morning. was able to get it jumped and started. less than 5 minutes later the dash lights along with radio lights began to flicker, the front windshield wipers activated, and the battery light came on. immediate…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: total integrated power module (8 reports) tipm (3 reports) replace alternator (1 reports) replace faulty timp (1 reports) replace win module (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $840 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
- CarComplaints.com: Engine won't turnover won't start (2012 Durango)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2012 Durango
Estimated diagnostic cost: no-crank / no-start diagnostic
Average shop cost
$120
Range $50–$210 (labor)
0.5–1.5 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$180
Range $75–$315 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
Estimates only, not a quote. Actual prices vary by vehicle, shop and location. See the estimate for your city → · About this diagnostic and its cost
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