2019 Dodge Durango Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 45about this part
- Share
- 31%of 146 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 45 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2019 Dodge Durango, 31% of the 146 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,500 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While changing both of the front turn signal bulbs for the 2nd time, in less than a year of ownership, I decided to check for burnt / broken filaments. The right side bulb filament was broken. Then I noticed that both bulbs had burned connector prongs at the base of the bulb (see photos), where they plug into the socket. I could not see if there was any of the same damage to the sockets. Both replacement bulbs are working properly at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #11403914, filed 2021-03, 19,496 miles“On september 30, 2019, I purchased a new the new 2019 Dodge Durango VIN I submitted. Driving off the lot, I hit a bump in the road and the dashboard and headlights went out. The headlights were on auto. It was dark. I had to manually switch the selector switch to the on position and the headlights did come on. According to the dealer, the vehicle indicated one bag trip. I just picked the vehicle up on saturday, october 12, 2019. I also have engine knock.”
NHTSA complaint #11268236, filed 2019-10, 25 miles“Water is entering the rear 'race track' tail light / brake light of 2019 Dodge Durango which is causing the LED lights within to burn and/or short out. The light is not cracked and was never damaged to cause this issue. Dodge is advising this is not a recall issue and cost would be approximately $1200-$1500 to replace.”
NHTSA complaint #11407177, filed 2021-04, 68,000 miles“Headlights would come on when the headlight switch is in the off position while in park and while in motion, and stay on; during night time driving headlights would intermittently go off in the on position while in motion. Several attempts by dealer repair personnel to find a remedy were unsuccessful. It was later discovered that the aftermarket remote start installed by a third party was wired incorrectly. The dealer installed a factory remote start and the issue appears to be resolved.”
NHTSA complaint #11283196, filed 2019-12, 1,000 miles“The rear light bar (race track bar) does not illuminate. Seems to be a common issue among Durango's. My rear light visibility is low now due to it being out for night driving. It also failed the two license plate lights to work which is required by MN Statute (law). I could be pulled over and issued a citation due to the issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11664656, filed 2025-06Related service bulletins
- 10239948May 16, 2023License Plate LED Light Inoperative - Moisture Visible Within the Lens The customer may experience the following: ? There is a potential for water intrusion which over time could…
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7% |
| 2024 | 2 | 14% |
| 2023 | 13 | 41% |
| 2022 | 26 | 43% |
| 2021 | 94 | 45% |
| 2020 | 23 | 41% |
| 2019 | 45 | 31% |
| 2018 | 56 | 24% |
| 2017 | 82 | 38% |
| 2016 | 53 | 33% |
| 2015 | 197 | 39% |
| 2014 | 259 | 33% |
| 2013 | 18 | 3% |
| 2012 | 19 | 3% |
| 2011 | 18 | 2% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 12 | 6% |
| 2006 | 15 | 2% |
| 2005 | 11 | 1% |
| 2004 | 21 | 2% |
| 2003 | 39 | 12% |
| 2002 | 8 | 2% |
| 2001 | 18 | 3% |
| 2000 | 8 | 1% |
| 1999 | 24 | 1% |
| 1998 | 17 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2019 Dodge Durango
39 complaintsBrakes
27 complaintsEngine
25 complaintsOther or unknown
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Dodge Durango
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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