Reliable Auto DB

2019 Dodge Durango reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2019 Dodge Durango has 141 complaints with NHTSA after 8 years, or 11 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Durango years here — under the median of the other years, which is 18. NHTSA has 4 recalls on file, including Brake control module, Camera, and Differential.

2012 Dodge Durango
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Complaints

141

Per year

11

Recalls

4

Years on the road

8

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Exterior lighting (45 of 141), then Electrical system (37) and Engine (24). Those filings include 5 that report a crash, 2 that report a fire, and 6 that report an injury.

Next to 2018 and 2020

The 2018 Durango has 232 complaints, 20 per year, and the 2020 has 55 complaints, 4 per year. The 2019 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2020.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2019 Dodge Durango. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (4)

Recall Brake control module 2024-11-07 · NHTSA campaign 24V838000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Remedy Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Recall Brake control module 2022-06-09 · NHTSA campaign 22V426000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Remedy This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software that prevents the HCU/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. FCA has decided to do a two-Phase Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has not been determined yet. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 28, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z48.
Recall back-over prevention, sensing system, camera 2020-09-10 · NHTSA campaign 20V191000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Remedy Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
Recall powertrain, driveline, differential 2020-03-26 · NHTSA campaign 20V183000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. The front differential may have been assembled with pinion gears that are insufficiently hardened, which can lead to the gear teeth wearing down. If both pinion gears have their teeth sufficiently worn off, torque power can not be transferred from the front wheels to the driveline, resulting in loss of power while driving and loss of the PARK function when stationary.
Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front differential, free of charge. The recall began May 21, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W22.

Complaints by component (141 total)

Exterior lighting
45
Electrical system
37
Engine
24
Hydraulic brakes
16
Powertrain
13
Service brakes
10
Fuel and propulsion system
7
Air bags
6
Steering
6
Speed control
5
Engine and engine cooling
3
Suspension
3
Forward collision avoidance
2
Seat belts
2
Seats
2
Structure
2
Carry handle, shell, and base
1
Electronic stability control (ESC)
1
Fuel system, gasoline
1
Latches, locks, and linkages
1
Other or not sure
1
Tether and lower anchor
1
Visibility and wipers
1
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Crash-flagged

5

Fire-flagged

2

Injury reports

6

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

15201962020122021262022202023232024252025142026
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "The vehicle fails to start reliably. I have made all the necessary repairs in an attempt to have the car to start reliably. I have replaced items that the average owner would think are normal wear-and-tear items around…"
    Powertrain, Electrical system, Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2026-09-12
  • "The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off, the vehicle independently started, and the contact was alerted by the audible sound coming from the horn. The contact…"
    Hydraulic brakes, Electrical system · filed 2026-07-24
  • "The driver and passenger front seat seat belts do not retract. They hang loose when on and if the windows are open will even loosen up more when wind catches them. This is an extreme safety concern if an accident were…"
    Seat belts · filed 2026-07-17
  • "Headrest Explosion in my driveway parked. Its confirmed by my dealer and its in their possession while I have a rental. No accident had occurred and dealer inspected and no accident had been detected. No indication that…"
    Air bags · filed 2026-06-15
  • "The rear taligate track light for brakes is not working. Some of the lights are out when braking"
    Exterior lighting · filed 2026-05-24

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
Durango all-wheel drive 5.7L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed All-wheel drive 14 22 17 MPG $4350
Durango all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed All-wheel drive 18 25 21 MPG $3100
Durango rear-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 19 26 21 MPG $3100
Durango rear-wheel drive 5.7L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 14 22 17 MPG $4350
Durango SRT all-wheel drive 6.4L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed All-wheel drive 13 19 15 MPG $5300

Specs and fitment

WD generation (3rd gen), 2012–present
Body styles SUV
Oil 5W-20 full synthetic (3.6L V6 Pentastar) , 6 qt capacity
Tire size 265/60R18 (base), 295/45R20 (R/T and SRT trims)

Known issues for this generation

Recall 21V-280 covers certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles: the Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing. Dealers inspect and repair the fastener as needed. Recall 20V-191 covers certain 2019-2020 Dodge Durango vehicles, along with many other FCA models with 8.4-inch or 12-inch radio displays: a software error can leave the rearview camera image on screen after the vehicle shifts out of reverse; dealers update the radio display software.

Compare

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Dodge Durango reliable?

The 2019 Dodge Durango has 141 complaints with NHTSA after 8 years, or 11 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Durango years here — under the median of the other years, which is 18. NHTSA has 4 recalls on file, including Brake control module, Camera, and Differential.

What are common problems with a 2019 Dodge Durango?

The complaints owners file most often name Exterior lighting (45 of 141), then Electrical system (37) and Engine (24). Those filings include 5 that report a crash, 2 that report a fire, and 6 that report an injury.

Is the 2019 Dodge Durango more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2018 Durango has 232 complaints, 20 per year, and the 2020 has 55 complaints, 4 per year. The 2019 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018. The 2019 has more complaints per year than the 2020.

Has the 2019 Dodge Durango been recalled?

The 2019 Dodge Durango has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Dodge Durango?

Owners have filed 141 complaints about the 2019 Dodge Durango with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2019 Dodge Durango get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2019 Dodge Durango is 18.2 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What oil does a Dodge Durango take?

The 3.6L V6 commonly uses 5W-20 full synthetic with about 6 quarts including the filter.

What does NHTSA recall 21V-280 cover on the Dodge Durango?

Recall 21V-280 covers certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles: the Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing.

What generation is the 2013 Dodge Durango?

WD generation (3rd gen) (2012-present).