Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (seat frames, recliners, heated seats and seat tracks).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Dodge Durango owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Drivers power seat 'slack". When you apply brakes to stop, the seat slides forward then returns back after the stopping motion ends. This affects the drivers seat position and braking action. In an accident this will put the driver closer to the steering wheel and air bag. Suspension- driving on the freeway , if you encounter bumpy or rough roads on a curve the car will sometimes slip sideways a bit, it's enough to startle you for a moment.
A few months back, the front driver's seat began to slide forward when braking and then back once starting up again -- whether city street or freeway driving. It feels like it moves an inch or so. It is a 2000. It began before 78,000 miles. I purchased the car from parents in 2010 and it did not have any issues until suddenly it moved when braking. Seat should be stable. I see this is a common issue with this model.
The driver seat moves forward when braking. It is dangerous in the event of hard braking and the seat moves forward. This can cause the driver to apply more force on the brake than intended. The 'movement' is due to worn parts in the electric lift and/or electric forward/backward positioning mechanism(s). The movement is not due to the electric motors doing the movement.
First off, the power driver seat moves with the motion of the car about a 1/2" forward and back. It has been told to me that a spacer is needed to be installed in the mechanism. Second and more important is the engine cuts off when the car is decelerating; all power to the car is impeded. The car will not restart immediately.
My children and I were involved in an auto accident in which we were hit in the rear, and then hit the car in front of us, which also hit the car in front of them.our 2000 Dodge Durango appears to have faulty safety mechanisms, and other hazards, for neither air bag deployed, and both front seats collapsed.
While driving at 35 MPH consumer's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle while waiting at traffic light. This caused the seat mound to separate and driver collapsed in the rear seat. The bolts that held the seat broke in half on both sides. Driver was admitted to the hospital with back pains.
2000 Dodge Durango drivers side electric seat rocking chair effect. There is acme tread long screw (worm gear) between the top and bottom track. The front of the acme screw rests in a plastic bearing. There is a gear aluminum case from which a small transmission cable attaches to the front of the worm gear; both ends of the cable have a square shape.the cable is not attached to either end. It just slides in or out either side. Inside between the tracks there is an aluminum case that is held in place with 2 torque screws to the track. The problem: inside of the aluminum piece there is supposed to be a filler possibly made of rubber, which is affected by the grease and disintegrates over time. You will not find pieces of broken plastic or rubber, the rubber has become some sort of asphalt with the grease. …
I own a 2000 Durango slt with the "rocking seat" problem. Driver's side seat slides in the rail approximately 1 inch when accelerating or stopping, unless the seat is positioned at the extreme forward or rearward positions. The problem started at approximately 38,000 miles and getting worst as time goes on. On inspection, I found the aluminum sliders attached to the gear drives for both left and right sides to be worn out, causing the front to rear slippage. Research shows this to be a very common issue, as there are multiple complaints file with your organization. I believe that this could be a very serious safety issue that needs to be addressed. Hopefully no one has been injured by this defect that Dodge knows well about. I believe a recall or repair kit is in order here. Luckily I do not drive this vehicle very much.
I currently drive a 2000 Dodge Durango slt. The front seat bracket is fragile and can easily break making it rock back and forth. This has already happened to my drivers chair and the part to fix it is not available. The result is having to buy a new seat which is not possible at this point. Pending an accident I could see this causing problems such as whiplash since the seat is not securely mounted. I have done research online and wonder why this is not a recalled item because there seems to be many complaints on the same issue.
2000 Dodge Durango driver's (power) seat moves about an inch forward when braking and backwards when accelerating. I feel very unsafe with this movement, as it is really unnerving while trying to brake in a safe manner. According to a few websites, this is a constant problem with 98 - 03 Dodge's, due to a cracked seat track. This seems to be something that really needs to be recalled and taken care of before a deadly accident occurs.
Seat complaints in other Durango years
Frequently asked questions
How common are seat problems on the 2000 Dodge Durango?
NHTSA has 32 complaints about the seats of the 2000 Dodge Durango, 3% of the model year's 1,075 complaints. The component named most often is front assembly › recliner (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Dodge Durango seat problems?
No. NHTSA lists no seats recall for the 2000 Dodge Durango, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Dodge Durango seat problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 80,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 8 injuries to seats problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.