Model year
2021 Dodge Durango
NHTSA lists 8 recalls and 204 complaints for the 2021 Dodge Durango (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are EXTERIOR LIGHTING (90), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (40), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (24). NHTSA rated 2 variants 4 stars overall. EPA rates it 13–21 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,200–$6,300, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 1,075 complaints
- 2001 665 complaints
- 2002 423 complaints
- 2003 339 complaints
- 2004 1,115 complaints
- 2005 1,567 complaints
- 2006 852 complaints
- 2007 191 complaints
- 2008 97 complaints
- 2009 12 complaints
- 2011 800 complaints
- 2012 640 complaints
- 2013 640 complaints
- 2014 783 complaints
- 2015 503 complaints
- 2016 161 complaints
- 2017 214 complaints
- 2018 233 complaints
- 2019 144 complaints
- 2020 55 complaints
- 2021 204 complaints
- 2022 60 complaints
- 2023 32 complaints
- 2024 14 complaints
- 2025 8 complaints
- 2026 14 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
26V528000 · Aug 13, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
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.
24V436000 · Jun 13, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio…
23V115000 · Feb 23, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
22V284000 · Apr 28, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss…
22V154000 · Mar 14, 2022
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack, and resulting in difficulty…
22V140000 · Mar 10, 2022
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light…
21V842000 · Oct 28, 2021
STRUCTURE:BODY
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
21V280000 · Apr 22, 2021
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS; AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing.
Complaints
204 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 10, fire flag on 4, injury field 5, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pursuit SUV AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| SRT SUV AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| SUV 4WD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · possibility 0.212 | NHTSA photo |
| SUV RWD | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.198 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango RWD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Durango AWD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Durango RWD · 5.7L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Midgrade Gasoline | 14 | 22 | 17 | — | — | $4,450 |
| Durango AWD · 5.7L · Automatic 8-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Midgrade Gasoline | 14 | 22 | 17 | — | — | $4,450 |
| Durango SRT AWD · 6.4L · Automatic 8-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 15 | — | — | $5,500 |
| Durango SRT AWD · 6.2L · Automatic 8-spd · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 12 | 17 | 13 | — | — | $6,300 |
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