Dodge Durango Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Dodge Durango model year (2004–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Dodge Durango Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 991 complaints
28 reported injuries
2 reported deaths
Top issue: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Problem score: 1069
4 recalls · 667 complaints
31 reported injuries
2 reported deaths
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 751
4 recalls · 534 complaints
41 reported injuries
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 628
Best Dodge Durango Years to Buy
0 recalls · 5 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 5
0 recalls · 7 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 7
0 recalls · 12 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 12
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Dodge Durango — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 12 | — | — | 12 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 5 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 7 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 25 | — | — | 25 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 3 | 54 | 1 | — | 65 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 140 | 1 | — | 151 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 41 | 4 | — | 49 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 1 | 124 | 7 | — | 141 | Good |
| 2018 | 0 | 171 | 2 | — | 175 | Good |
| 2017 | 0 | 156 | 11 | — | 178 | Good |
| 2016 | 1 | 111 | 9 | — | 132 | Good |
| 2015 | 0 | 344 | 23 | — | 390 | Caution |
| 2014 | 4 | 534 | 41 | — | 628 | Caution |
| 2013 | 5 | 446 | 21 | — | 503 | Caution |
| 2012 | 4 | 425 | 18 | — | 473 | Caution |
| 2011 | 2 | 586 | 5 | — | 602 | Caution |
| 2010 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2009 | 3 | 7 | — | — | 16 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 0 | 67 | 1 | — | 69 | Excellent |
| 2007 | 1 | 121 | 22 | — | 168 | Good |
| 2006 | 4 | 498 | 14 | — | 538 | Caution |
| 2005 | 4 | 991 | 28 | 2 | 1069 | Avoid |
| 2004 | 4 | 667 | 31 | 2 | 751 | Avoid |
All 23 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Dodge Durango Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2025Recent Durango models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2025 stands out with just 5 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2016Mid-decade Durango units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2016 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Durango models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Durango should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2005 Dodge Durango if possible. It has 4 recalls, 991 owner complaints, and 2 reported deaths. The overall problem score is 1069 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Durango to buy?+
The 2025 Dodge Durango is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 5. It has only 0 recalls and 5 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Durango has the fewest problems?+
The 2025, 2024, 2026 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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