Is the Dodge Durango Reliable?
2004–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Dodge Durango Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 6 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2023 | 1 | 20 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 5 | 47 | — | — | 71 | Good |
| 2021 | 6 | 119 | 1 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2020 | 2 | 34 | 4 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 3 | 105 | 7 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2018 | 3 | 160 | 2 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2017 | 2 | 146 | 11 | — | 73 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Durango Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Durango scores 7 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Dodge Durango Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 638 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Durango reliable?+
The Dodge Durango scores 75/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 22 recall campaigns and 638 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Durango is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Durango achieved the highest reliability score of 84/100 with 1 recall and 20 complaints.
How many miles does a Durango last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Durango owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Durango will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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