2016 Dodge Durango: Transmission jerks
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2016 Durango report: transmission jerks. CarComplaints.com lists 2 owner complaints, average mileage 30,550 miles.
NHTSA has 30 owner complaints for the 2016 Durango in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11675495 (filed 07/22/2025): “Driving in the left lane of an interstate highway at 75mph, in moderate traffic, in daylight hours, clear weather, with my young son. sudden, unexpected decrease in engine rpm resulted in unannounced, approximate 40 mph reduction in speed. the instrument clust…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11531768 (filed 07/12/2023): “While moving the car loses power, shift to p then desired gear and comes to a stop. not able to steer.…”
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: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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