Dodge Durango 2011–2025
3rd generation (WD/WK2)
NHTSA data through 12 August 20266,263 complaints, 3,821 with mileageMethod
On this generation, failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 36,000 and 90,000 miles.
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 24 complaints (0.6%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 10,388
- 25%
- 36,000
- Median
- 60,000
- 75%
- 90,000
- 90%
- 120,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5,000 | 251 | 6.6% |
| 5,000–10,000 | 106 | 2.8% |
| 10,000–15,000 | 83 | 2.2% |
| 15,000–20,000 | 67 | 1.8% |
| 20,000–25,000 | 124 | 3.2% |
| 25,000–30,000 | 109 | 2.9% |
| 30,000–35,000 | 156 | 4.1% |
| 35,000–40,000 | 181 | 4.7% |
| 40,000–45,000 | 180 | 4.7% |
| 45,000–50,000 | 201 | 5.3% |
| 50,000–55,000 | 212 | 5.5% |
| 55,000–60,000 | 197 | 5.2% |
| 60,000–65,000 | 215 | 5.6% |
| 65,000–70,000 | 167 | 4.4% |
| 70,000–75,000 | 194 | 5.1% |
| 75,000–80,000 | 147 | 3.8% |
| 80,000–85,000 | 151 | 4.0% |
| 85,000–90,000 | 123 | 3.2% |
| 90,000–95,000 | 133 | 3.5% |
| 95,000–100,000 | 84 | 2.2% |
| 100,000–105,000 | 121 | 3.2% |
| 105,000–110,000 | 79 | 2.1% |
| 110,000–115,000 | 87 | 2.3% |
| 115,000–120,000 | 57 | 1.5% |
| 120,000–125,000 | 63 | 1.6% |
| 125,000–130,000 | 40 | 1.0% |
| 130,000–135,000 | 57 | 1.5% |
| 135,000–140,000 | 36 | 0.9% |
| 140,000–145,000 | 19 | 0.5% |
| 145,000–150,000 | 25 | 0.7% |
| 150,000–155,000 | 30 | 0.8% |
| 155,000–160,000 | 11 | 0.3% |
| 160,000–165,000 | 17 | 0.4% |
| 165,000–170,000 | 12 | 0.3% |
| 170,000–175,000 | 27 | 0.7% |
| 175,000–180,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 180,000–185,000 | 15 | 0.4% |
| 185,000–190,000 | 8 | 0.2% |
| 190,000–195,000 | 9 | 0.2% |
| 195,000–200,000 | 1 | 0.0% |
| 200,000+ | 24 | 0.6% |
What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.
Owners filed 6,263 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011–2025 Dodge Durango, and 3,821 of them record the mileage at which the failure happened. That is enough to show not just what fails, but when.
Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 36,000 and 90,000 miles. The median is 60,000 miles.
The most-reported areas are the electrical system (27.1% of complaints, typically around 65,000 miles), the exterior lighting (14.1% of complaints, typically around 54,000 miles), the engine (11.0% of complaints, typically around 68,000 miles).
39 recall campaigns cover this generation.
What fails, and when
- Electrical system65,000median 65,000 miles, middle half 43,000 to 94,000
- Exterior lighting54,000median 54,340 miles, middle half 39,000 to 72,000
- Engine68,000median 68,000 miles, middle half 41,000 to 100,000
- Fuel and propulsion system60,000median 59,843 miles, middle half 40,000 to 90,000
- Problems owners could not categorise60,000median 60,000 miles, middle half 26,000 to 85,000
- Seats74,000median 74,000 miles, middle half 54,000 to 100,000
- Transmission and driveline38,000median 38,000 miles, middle half 14,000 to 70,000
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1,697 | 27.1% | 65,000 | 43,000–94,000 |
| Exterior lighting | 882 | 14.1% | 54,000 | 39,000–72,000 |
| Engine | 689 | 11.0% | 68,000 | 41,000–100,000 |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 405 | 6.5% | 60,000 | 40,000–90,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 387 | 6.2% | 60,000 | 26,000–85,000 |
| Seats | 380 | 6.1% | 74,000 | 54,000–100,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 315 | 5.0% | 38,000 | 14,000–70,000 |
| Brakes | 310 | 4.9% | 45,000 | 15,000–79,000 |
| Airbag system | 250 | 4.0% | 61,000 | 32,000–97,000 |
| Steering | 139 | 2.2% | 65,000 | 27,000–93,000 |
Which systems, and when
Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 60,000 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.
The electrical system accounts for 27.1% of complaints (1,697 reports, 1,114 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 65,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 43,000 and 94,000 miles.
A single system taking 27.1% of all complaints is a concentration worth noting. It means that for this generation, most of what owners reported came back to one area of the car rather than being distributed across many small faults.
The exterior lighting accounts for 14.1% of complaints (882 reports, 469 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 54,340 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 39,000 and 71,896 miles.
The engine accounts for 11.0% of complaints (689 reports, 470 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 68,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 41,000 and 100,000 miles.
The fuel and propulsion system accounts for 6.5% of complaints (405 reports, 266 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 59,843 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 39,812 and 90,000 miles.
Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 6.2% of complaints (387 reports, 195 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 60,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 26,000 and 85,000 miles.
Seats account for 6.1% of complaints (380 reports, 227 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 74,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 54,000 and 100,000 miles.
Differences between model years
Within this generation, complaint volume is not constant across model years. The 2011 model year drew the most — 1,185 complaints — while 2024 drew the fewest at 26. The median year sits at 281.
That makes 2011 an outlier: roughly 4.2 times the median year of this generation. A single year standing that far apart usually reflects either a first-year issue that was later corrected, or a component change introduced for that year. Anyone shopping this generation has a straightforward reason to prefer a different year, all else being equal.
Recalls and what they cover
NHTSA records 39 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.
The campaigns cluster around the electrical system (10), the transmission and driveline (5), the hydraulic brake circuit (4). Repeated recalls against the same area of the car generally mean the first remedy did not fully resolve the underlying problem.
Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.
Reported severity
Of the 6,263 complaints filed against this generation, 241 reported a crash; 215 reported a fire; 236 reported an injury. Crash-involved reports represent 3.8% of the total.
These are owner-reported outcomes, not verified investigations, and they are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. They are included because the distinction between a fault that strands a car and a fault that causes a collision is the one that matters most, and it is not visible in a complaint count alone.
What this means if you are buying one
For a buyer, failures on this generation are spread rather than concentrated: the middle half falls between 36,000 and 90,000 miles, with a median of 60,000. There is no single mileage threshold to watch, which means condition and maintenance records are more informative than the odometer.
On inspection, the electrical system and the exterior lighting are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The exterior lighting in particular shows a median failure mileage of 54,340, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.
None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.
Documented problems
Engine 2011–2013
3.6L Pentastar left-bank cylinder head: valve seat erosion and valve guide wear, classically showing as a driver's-side tick with a cylinder 2 misfire (P0302), and in severe cases an exhaust valve dropping into the cylinder. Chrysler handled it with TSB 09-002-14 and warranty extension X56 (10 years / 150,000 miles) rather than a safety recall.
Electrical 2011–2013
TIPM-7 (Totally Integrated Power Module) failures: no-start, stalling in traffic, fuel pump running with the key off, and unintended accessory operation.
Charging System 2011–2013
Alternator failure on 3.6L cars causing sudden loss of electrical power and stalling; subject to recall.
Engine
5.7L Hemi MDS roller lifter and camshaft lobe failure — the dominant V8 failure mode across the whole generation.
Transmission 2014–2015
Early ZF 8-speed installations had shift-quality and calibration problems addressed through repeated software flashes.
By model year
| Year | Complaints | With mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1,185 | 899 |
| 2012 | 917 | 677 |
| 2013 | 905 | 584 |
| 2014 | 1,029 | 707 |
| 2015 | 666 | 425 |
| 2016 | 222 | 142 |
| 2017 | 305 | 133 |
| 2018 | 330 | 122 |
| 2019 | 207 | 68 |
| 2020 | 71 | 9 |
| 2021 | 258 | 42 |
| 2022 | 84 | 3 |
| 2023 | 46 | 6 |
| 2024 | 26 | 2 |
| 2025 | 12 | 2 |
Recalls (39)
| Campaign | Date | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 24V838000 | 2025-12-16 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/Module |
| 24V415000 | 2024-07-11 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/Module |
| 24V436000 | 2024-07-09 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera |
| 23V640000 | 2023-11-07 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever and Linkage:column Shift |
| 23V115000 | 2023-03-09 | Structure:body:hatchback/Liftgate |
| 22V866000 | 2023-01-17 | Power Train:manual Transmission:column Shift Assembly |
| 22V426000 | 2022-11-29 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/Module |
| 22V284000 | 2022-06-23 | Engine and Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) |
| 22V154000 | 2022-05-12 | Steering:rack and Pinion |
| 22V140000 | 2022-03-29 | Electronic Stability Control (esc) |
| 21V842000 | 2021-12-21 | Structure:body |
| 21V280000 | 2021-05-07 | Air Bags:critical Fasteners |
| 19V813000 | 2020-12-10 | Electrical System |
| 20V183000 | 2020-05-21 | Power Train:driveline:differential Unit |
| 20V191000 | 2020-04-27 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera |
| 18V524000 | 2018-10-02 | Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood |
| 18V280000 | 2018-06-28 | Power Train:automatic Transmission |
| 18V332000 | 2018-06-04 | Electrical System:software |
| 17V435000 | 2018-02-12 | Electrical System:alternator/Generator/Regulator |
| 17V741000 | 2017-12-15 | Electrical System:alternator/Generator/Regulator |
| 17V572000 | 2017-11-10 | Service Brakes |
| 17V541000 | 2017-09-18 | Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft |
| 16V814000 | 2016-12-23 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| 15V879000 | 2016-07-28 | Electrical System:wiring |
| 16V168000 | 2016-05-12 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper |
What owners reported
My 2011 Dodge Durango, 3.6L/v6 with 180amp alternator - alternator rapidly failed while driving ("in motion"), causing complete shut down of the vehicle and disabling both the battery and the control module requiring them both to be replaced. This complete shut down caused the ABS and steering to lock up and all my…
2011 · Electrical system
I had just started driving on the freeway when my dash started dinging and my temp went from cold to extremely hot so i pulled over.There was plenty of oil and water in it(i double checked).I started it up again and it went cold again,as i started driving to the nearest exit off the freeway a few noments later to have…
2011 · Electrical system
My vehicle has 69,000 miles on it. It is very well maintained. Recently i have experienced when coming to a complete stop the vehicle for whatever reason shuts off. I have to push the ignition button to restart the vehicle and it runs fine. It's scary to think that your vehicle can just shut it's off without any…
2011 · 5 miles · Engine
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