New Durango broke down
I believe the problem with parts these days is that the vendors that supply parts to manufacturers no longer build or keep large quantities like they used to years ago.
I feel they do this so they dont get stuck with inventory should a contract get dropped from an auto manufacturer.
As time goes on more parts will be available on shelves.
STEVE
I feel they do this so they dont get stuck with inventory should a contract get dropped from an auto manufacturer.
As time goes on more parts will be available on shelves.
STEVE
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I think they learned their lesson from 2009. For a while, there were vendors requiring full payment before they would even start the line. Not sure if it's still going on though.
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Crazy thing is I bought a dirt cheap '06 Charger R/T in '08 because it was a buyback lemon from California. Had a new transmission and PCM put in with previous owner and I have never had a single problem with it. Almost 100k on it. I cant imagine this one lasting that long.
I got to drive the car for a whole week after the power steering pump was replaced before the next problem! Original check engine light/gas cap problem still hasnt been found. After being on the phone every day with Chrysler Care I had the chance to take it in this morning for an odd noise from the motor. Tensioner and belt were both bad. Happened to have parts in stock and an open bay so they pulled it in. 30 minutes later the service manager comes to get me to let me know I wasnt going to be taking it home because the water pump let go. Now its on order. Talked to senior advisor with Chrysler Corp, my only option is to continually have it worked on every time something breaks. Still have to make payments even though I cant drive it. No buyback possibility. Guess Im stuck with this POS now. Needless to say I doubt I ever buy a Chrysler Jeep Dodge product again. I am 0 for 2 with both of my Dodge vehicles, both lemons. 
Anyway, I would look into your State's lemon laws.
Are used motor vehicles covered?
Your used vehicle may be covered under current state laws. Texas laws related to warranty performance may cover your vehicle if your used vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer's original warranty (not an extended service contract), or if the problem started and was reported to the dealer while under warranty and it continues to exist, repair assistance of the warranty-related problem may be available to you.
Your used vehicle may be covered under current state laws. Texas laws related to warranty performance may cover your vehicle if your used vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer's original warranty (not an extended service contract), or if the problem started and was reported to the dealer while under warranty and it continues to exist, repair assistance of the warranty-related problem may be available to you.
Seems like Lemon law is an option for you in TX.