2011 Dodge Durango Check Engine Light Due to Failed Thermostat

The thermostat may fail to close completely, causing the Check Engine Light to illuminate. This problem will prevent the engine from reaching normal operating temperature; a new thermostat should be installed.

Affected Model Years

This issue affects Dodge Durango model years 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2014, .

40 people reported this problem

  • 2011 66,666 Miles
    Engine light comes on. Mechanic states it's the thermostat and needs to be replaced.

  • 2011 60,000 Miles
    Check engine light on and remote start doesn't work. Was told I need to replace the thermostat.

  • 2011 94,000 Miles
    Replaced thermostat

  • 2011 121,000 Miles
    p0128 failure, sensors read fine, temp would not warm up to 200 , replaced thermostat

  • 2011 107,000 Miles
    Vehicle stuttered when entering highway. Would not shift into next gear at 3000 RPM. Took to mechanic, could not duplicate so ran and cleared code. Check engine light came on next day for P0128. Have not had any overheating issues or shifting issues that I can sense.