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Dodge Durango Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 73 recall campaigns across the Dodge Durango, 1997–2026. Owners have filed 13,856 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2006 drew the most (852) and the 2009 the fewest (17).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls73campaignsCovering 1997–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints13,856filedOwner reports across 29 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Crash tests4★overall★★★★☆2026 model, latest ratedSource: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy20mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Dodge Durango complaints by model year

13,856 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2009 · 17 complaints
  • 2020 · 55 complaints
  • 2008 · 97 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2006 · 852 complaints
  • 2011 · 800 complaints
  • 2014 · 782 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Dodge Durango owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Exterior lighting 80564522902512201
Electrical system 628738940117552
Engine 282724722105301
Unknown or other 21322062461304
Power train 23131331099501
Service brakes 825263831212
Fuel/propulsion system 1611721083110
Air bags 710631103000

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Dodge Durango recalls (73)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Durango model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Dodge Durango
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V528000Aug 13, 2026Rear Spoiler May Detach While Driving2021, 2022, 2023—
24V838000Nov 7, 2024Vehicle Rollaway Due to ABS Malfunction2018, 201925.9%
24V436000Jun 13, 2024Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112021, 202291.4%
24V415000Jun 6, 2024Disabled Electronic Stability Control/FMVSS 126202274.9%
23V640000Sep 18, 2023Shifter May Come Out of Gear While Driving202374.4%
23V115000Feb 23, 2023Rear Spoiler May Detach While Driving2021, 202283.1%
22V866000Nov 23, 2022Shifter Assembly Not Properly Heat-Treated202281.6%
22V426000Jun 9, 2022Vehicle Rollaway Due to ABS Malfunction2018, 2019—
22V284000Apr 28, 2022Stuck EGR Valve May Cause Loss of Drive Power202189.9%
22V154000Mar 14, 2022Steering Assembly Bar May Bind Inside Rack2021, 202289.3%
22V140000Mar 10, 2022ESC Light May Not Indicate Malfunction/FMVSS 1262021, 202287.3%
21V842000Oct 28, 2021Rear Spoiler May Detach While Driving202183.8%
21V280000Apr 22, 2021Loose or Missing Side Curtain Air Bag Fastener2020, 202185.1%
20V191000Sep 10, 2020Rearview Image Can Remain on Display/FMVSS 1112019, 202099.1%
20V183000Mar 26, 2020Front Differential Pinion Gears May Wear201992.5%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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All 73 Dodge Durango recalls by model year →

Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Dodge Durango (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2026★★★★☆4★5★3★suv awd
2025★★★★☆4★5★3★suv awd
2024★★★★☆4★5★3★suv awd
2023★★★★☆4★5★3★suv awd
2022★★★★☆4★5★3★suv awd
2021★★★★☆4★5★3★suv 4wd
2020★★★★☆4★5★3★suv 4wd
2019★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2018★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2017★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2016★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd
2015★★★★☆4★5★4★suv 2wd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

201315–19 mpg
201416–20 mpg
201516–20 mpg
201617–21 mpg
201717–21 mpg
201815–21 mpg
201915–21 mpg
202015–21 mpg
202113–21 mpg
202215–21 mpg
202313–21 mpg
202413–21 mpg
202513–20 mpg
202613–20 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Dodge Durango report13 complaints · 0 campaigns →2025 Dodge Durango report8 complaints · 0 campaigns →2024 Dodge Durango report14 complaints · 0 campaigns →Every Dodge modelDodge models →

Dodge Durango FAQ

How many recalls has the Dodge Durango had?

NHTSA lists 73 recall campaigns that cover at least one Dodge Durango model year from 1997 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Dodge Durango year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2006 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (852) and the 2009 the fewest (17). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Dodge Durango problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the exterior lighting, electrical system, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Dodge Durango get?

EPA rates the 2026 Dodge Durango at 13 to 20 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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