2023 Dodge Durango Problems
Compared with other Dodge Durango years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
0/100 0.2× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.2× that of a typical Dodge Durango year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 14 of its 32 complaints were filed by the end of 2025.
- Most reported part: Exterior lighting (13 complaints).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 32filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 3.6L 6-cyl RWD · 19 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2023 Dodge Durango (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 32 consumer complaints for the 2023 Dodge Durango. The part named most often is exterior lighting, with 13 complaints (41% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (9) and electrical system (7). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 55,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 239 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the column shift and 28 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 13 Dodge Durango model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 0 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Exterior lighting13 41%
- Electrical system7 22%
- Engine5 16%
- Fuel system4 13%
- Air bags3 9.4%
- Vehicle speed control2 6.3%
- Brakes1 3.1%
- Other or unknown1 3.1%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Exterior lighting: “My drivers side led headlight has only lasted 2 years. One bulb goes out and the whole assembly needs to be replaced. These led lights are supposed to last 5-10 years. I have both headlights with a single light out. Passenger side turn signal and drivers side running day time lights. The headlights mopar makes are not in par with the cost of 1,200 to replace the entire assembly for just one headlight”
NHTSA complaint #11762445, filed 2026-09Transmission and drivetrain: “This is about our 8th, of a fleet of 14 Police Durangos, all 2021-2024 to have the oil filter housings have failed, causing engine oil and coolant to mix, making the car inoperable. This has been brought to the attention of Dodge, and they have told me it is a very common problem, yet we have no recalls yet and this is on agencies, and i assume personal vehicle owners too to repair. We just had another car, ill write up next, that had the same failure, causing engine to blow while headed to a priority call. …”
NHTSA complaint #11680576, filed 2025-08Electrical system: “I have a 2023 Dodge Durango GT. I have noticed that every so often I get an error message that pops up on my radio that says “UConnect box need service contact an authorized dealer”. I’ve taken it in and had the radio flashed and it keeps coming back. Everytime it comes on is disables my SOS and makes it non functional as well as it disables my other SiriusXM Guardian features. I find this to be an extreme safety concern as it disables the SOS feature to contact emergency services incase of an accident. Seems to be an ongoing issue with Durango models.”
NHTSA complaint #11735630, filed 2026-05Engine: “The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon startup and while driving, the check engine and airbag warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the gear shifter became stuck when shifting into drive(D). The rearview camera flickered, displayed incorrect images, and the display screen intermittently froze or turned blue. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on ten occasions, and an unknown diagnosis was provided. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11749259, filed 2026-07, 55,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
33% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 40,000 and 55,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Dodge Durango. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango · SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 21.2% risk |
| Durango · SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2023 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking optional.
Neighbouring years: 2022: same overall rating; 2024: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2023 Dodge Durango version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Durango AWD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,450 |
| Durango RWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Durango RWD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,450 |
| Durango SRT AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 12 | 17 | 13 | $6,300 |
| Durango SRT AWD | 6.4L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V528000Aug 13, 2026Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgateCovers: Dodge Durango 2021–2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, possibly resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
- 23V640000Sep 18, 2023Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shiftCovers: Dodge Durango 2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles equipped with an instrument panel mounted shifter. The shifter may experience an interference with the shifter boot and come out of gear while driving, which can result in a…
Recall details for the 2023 Dodge Durango → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 239 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038329Sep 30, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward Transmission Engagement. The Tech May Find Damaged and/or Worn Transmission Output Shaft…
- 11037594Sep 24, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission kit - with torque converter
- 11037593Sep 24, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission kit - with torque converter
- 11037341Sep 10, 2026Other or unknown. Evaporator - air conditioning
- 11037340Sep 10, 2026Other or unknown. Evaporator - air conditioning
- 11037347Sep 8, 2026Engine. Engine 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 Valley Cover (PN…
- 11037346Sep 8, 2026Body and structure, Electrical system. Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
- 11036356Aug 21, 2026Forward collision avoidance. Flash: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Module Update Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic…
- 11036166Aug 3, 2026Electrical system, Engine. Hose and tube - heater supply and return
- 11035317Jul 25, 2026Electrical system. Telematics Box Module (TBM) Firmware Over The Air Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble…
Other model years of the Dodge Durango
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 5,826 | 0 | 4 | 20 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 8 | 28 | 0 | 4 | 20 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 14 | 18,500 | 0 | 4 | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 32 | 55,000 | 2 | 4 | 21 | 0 · Fewer | Too new |
| 2022 | 60 | 59,000 | 7 | 4 | 21 | 13 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2021 | 205 | 31,206 | 8 | 4 | 21 | 70 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 56 | 29,980 | 2 | 4 | 21 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2019 | 145 | 26,059 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 36 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 233 | 24,000 | 5 | 4 | 21 | 59 · Typical | Stable |
| 2017 | 215 | 34,552 | 2 | 4 | 21 | 34 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2016 | 161 | 40,000 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 39 · Typical | Falling |
| 2015 | 504 | 51,304 | 4 | 4 | 20 | 66 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 784 | 63,000 | 11 | 4 | 20 | 90 · More | Falling |
| 2013 | 640 | 76,500 | 11 | 4 | 19 | 96 · More | Falling |
| 2012 | 640 | 66,000 | 10 | 4 | 19 | 99 · More | Falling |
| 2011 | 800 | 67,000 | 8 | — | 19 | 97 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 12 | 65,000 | 4 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 97 | 64,000 | 2 | — | 15 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 191 | 73,040 | 4 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 852 | 64,000 | 9 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 1,567 | 74,000 | 8 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 1,115 | 94,000 | 8 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 339 | 62,950 | 4 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 423 | 58,000 | 4 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 665 | 55,400 | 5 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 1,075 | 59,082 | 2 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 1,967 | 71,000 | 3 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 965 | 70,000 | 4 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Dodge Durango model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2023 Dodge Durango have?
NHTSA recorded 32 consumer complaints for the 2023 Dodge Durango as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2023 Dodge Durango is reported most often?
Exterior lighting is named most often, in 13 complaints (41% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 9.
Has the 2023 Dodge Durango been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2023 Dodge Durango do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2023 Dodge Durango 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Dodge Durango get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Dodge Durango (Durango RWD, 3.6L 6-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 19 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2023 Dodge Durango reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 55,000 miles and the middle half falls between 40,000 and 55,000 miles; 33% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.