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 | 2 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2023 | 0 | 20 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 3 | 47 | — | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2021 | 3 | 124 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2020 | 2 | 34 | 4 | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2019 | 1 | 105 | 7 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2018 | 2 | 164 | 2 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2017 | 1 | 148 | 11 | — | 60 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Durango Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Durango scores 1 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 649 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Durango reliable?+
The Dodge Durango scores 69/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 12 recall campaigns and 649 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Durango is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Durango achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 2 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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