2021 Dodge Durango Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 11%of 205 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 19,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the engine of the 2021 Dodge Durango, 11% of the 205 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 19,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When attempting to start the engine, there is a continuous crank but engine never starts. I purchased this vehicle brand new with 0 miles. This happens every day. Only way to avoid this is to start it with the remote start.”
NHTSA complaint #11408321, filed 2021-04, 100 miles“Driving in traffic when suddenly a large volume of smoke was pouring out from my vehicle obscuring the view of everyone behind me. Pulled over and shut down, found coolant all over engine bay and had vehicle towed to dealership. Dealership replaced hose assembly under warranty but was without vehicle for 6 weeks waiting on the part.”
NHTSA complaint #11647838, filed 2025-03“I was on a road trip, this is the second time it happens. A small rock hit my a/c condenser causing the Freon to leak out. It happened 2 years ago after owning the car for a few days and had to pay over $1500 and happened again today. I have to bring it to the shop to see if I have the same issue. I just feels that I can’t be the only one this has happened to”
NHTSA complaint #11590919, filed 2024-05“I have been having issues with the start button, the engine cranking but not turning over. It will crank for 30 seconds, not start, all the lights come on and usually on the second attempt the car will start. Also I have powered off the radio while driving for a second, then the screen will not turn back on.”
NHTSA complaint #11650387, filed 2025-03“Periodic starting failure. Vehicle will not turn over immediately. It has a push button start. The safety of my children is at stake if my vehicle does not start during cold winter months when the outside temperature is below freezing. I am not sure I won’t shut off mid travel. It was suggested to be the type of fuel so I bought premium and it didn’t help.”
NHTSA complaint #11509047, filed 2023-02Related service bulletins
- 11037347Sep 8, 2026Engine PNs: MY 24-26 WD/DT (5.7L) Code P00B is being misdiagnosed and incorrect parts are being installed causing over repair. Refer to SOL S2609000006 The IAFM Foam Engine…
- 11036166Aug 3, 2026Hose and tube - heater supply and return
- 11032984May 19, 2026Cooler - engine oil
- 11032983May 19, 2026Cooler - engine oil
- 11030229Mar 21, 2026Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of…
- 11030027Mar 2, 2026Hose - engine coolant to oil cooler intlet
- 11029758Feb 27, 2026Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates **Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of…
- 11029764Feb 23, 2026WATER PUMP
- 11029763Feb 23, 2026WATER PUMP
- 11027837Jan 21, 2026Water Pump & Chain Case Cover
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7% |
| 2024 | 3 | 21% |
| 2023 | 5 | 16% |
| 2022 | 10 | 17% |
| 2021 | 22 | 11% |
| 2020 | 7 | 13% |
| 2019 | 25 | 17% |
| 2018 | 27 | 12% |
| 2017 | 28 | 13% |
| 2016 | 16 | 10% |
| 2015 | 38 | 8% |
| 2014 | 74 | 9% |
| 2013 | 116 | 18% |
| 2012 | 141 | 22% |
| 2011 | 180 | 23% |
| 2008 | 8 | 8% |
| 2007 | 14 | 7% |
| 2006 | 48 | 6% |
| 2005 | 113 | 7% |
| 2004 | 326 | 29% |
| 2003 | 12 | 4% |
| 2002 | 10 | 2% |
| 2001 | 13 | 2% |
| 2000 | 29 | 3% |
| 1999 | 31 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2021 Dodge Durango
92 complaintsElectrical system
41 complaintsOther or unknown
24 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsForward collision avoidance
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Dodge Durango
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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