Rusty Durango

[eyescream43]

I've got an 2008 Durango SLT that's turning into a rust bucket. It started with a small hole in the rear quarter panel which Dodge fixed under their rust warranty , replacing both the inner fender and outer panel. Now theres another rust hole by the liftgate handle, but Dodge wont cover it since the vehicle's over five years old now. Anyone else dealing with rust issues like this? Even my brake lines are looking rough, and the SUV only has like 50k miles on it.

 

[YeeHawBro]

I've got an 2008 Durango SLT that's turning into a rust bucket. It started with a small hole in the rear quarter panel which Dodge fixed under their rust warranty , replacing both the inner fender and outer panel. Now theres another rust hole by the liftgate handle, but Dodge wont cover it since the vehicle's over five years old now. Anyone else dealing with rust issues like this? Even my brake lines are looking rough, and the SUV only has like 50k miles on it.

Yeah, once rust starts, it's a constant battle, especially with older mopars sometimes
Since Dodge isn't helping, you're probably looking at a body shop or DIY fix for that liftgate spot
For the brake lines, there are places that specialize in replacing them with stainless steel lines, which is a good long term solution if you plan on keeping the truck. Pricey, but safer

 

[midavida112]

Well to be fair, your Durango is almost 20 years old, so I doubt any dealer would accept any kind of repair under warranty. I've seen a few other people online complaining about the rust, which I'm guessing is due to Dodge's poor rust protection, we as owners can sometimes make things worse. Improper wash, irregular wash, not protecting the panels are just a few of the things we neglect. Underside wash is also essential, especially if you live in an area where road salt is commonly used.

For the brake lines, it's often surface rust, but you'll need to get under there and do a detailed inspection. If there's a suspicious section, have them replaced. For the liftgate, you might find a body shop that could take care of that section, but you'll have no guarantees about how long it will last or when it will show some rust somewhere.

 

[T0DD25]

Its frustrating when Dodge covered the first hole but won't touch the next one just because the warranty expired. Rust popping up near the liftgate and brake lines getting rough at only 50k miles isn't great, especially for a relatively low-mileage SUV. You're definitely not alone, those salt-filled winters do a number on these trucks. Maybe time to look into some rust prevention or repairs before it gets worse?