Dodge Durango Common Problems

The most common Dodge Durango problems, based on 918 NHTSA owner complaints (2017–2026), are exterior lighting, electrical system, engine, unknown or other. The 2018 model year has the most complaints (227). Complaints are owner-reported and differ from official recalls — check a specific VIN's recalls and history at vincheck.it.com.

Most-reported Dodge Durango problem areas
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	311 reports
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	257 reports
ENGINE	122 reports
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	106 reports
POWER TRAIN	78 reports
SERVICE BRAKES	60 reports
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	36 reports
AIR BAGS	31 reports
SEATS	21 reports
STRUCTURE	17 reports

Dodge Durango best & worst years (by complaint volume)

Ranked by NHTSA owner-complaint count per model year — a leading reliability signal. The highest-complaint years are worth extra scrutiny; the lowest are the safer bets. Always confirm with a specific VIN's history.

Model year	Complaints
2018 Dodge Durango	227
2017 Dodge Durango	209
2021 Dodge Durango	183
2019 Dodge Durango	138
2022 Dodge Durango	53
2020 Dodge Durango	53
2023 Dodge Durango	32
2024 Dodge Durango	9
2026 Dodge Durango	7
2025 Dodge Durango	7

Worst year: 2018 (227 complaints). Best year: 2026 (7).

Complaints by year: 2017 · 2018 · 2019 · 2020 · 2021 · 2022 · 2023 · 2024 · 2025 · 2026

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common Dodge Durango problems?

Across 918 NHTSA owner complaints (2017–2026), the most-reported Dodge Durango problem areas are exterior lighting, electrical system, engine, unknown or other.

Is the Dodge Durango reliable?

NHTSA owner complaints are one reliability signal. The Dodge Durango has 918 on record, most concentrated in the 2018 model year (227). Cross-check recalls and a specific VIN's history before buying.

Which Dodge Durango years should you avoid?

By NHTSA complaint volume, the 2018 Dodge Durango draws the most owner complaints (227), while the 2026 has the fewest (7). Complaint counts are one signal — always check a specific VIN's history too.

Which is the most reliable Dodge Durango year?

Among the years we track, the 2026 Dodge Durango has the fewest NHTSA complaints (7), a positive reliability signal. Confirm with recalls and the specific vehicle's history before buying.

Do complaints mean the Dodge Durango was recalled?

Not necessarily. Complaints are individual owner reports; recalls are official safety actions. Check open recalls for a specific Dodge Durango VIN with our free recall lookup.

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