This page covers 9 recalls, 177 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Dodge Durango.
17–21 mpg combined
11.2–13.8 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Exterior lighting dominates the complaint picture for the 2021 Dodge Durango, accounting for by far the largest share of reports filed. Owners most commonly describe LED headlight assemblies failing, typically the driver-side unit, with running lights, daytime running lights, or front turn signals going dark while other functions in the same assembly continue working. Because the headlight is a sealed LED unit rather than a bulb-based design, owners report needing to replace the entire assembly rather than a single component. The electrical system draws the next-highest complaint volume, with owners describing starting difficulties and intermittent power loss or sluggishness. Engine complaints follow at a similar count, though the reported symptoms overlap with electrical concerns in several cases. A smaller number of owners report issues with suspension and drivetrain components on the driver side, including CV boots and motor mounts, though that pattern represents a much thinner slice of the overall complaint set.
177
Total Complaints
8
Crash-Related
3
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2021 Dodge Durango has 9 recalls, the most serious involving two separate driving hazards: a sticking EGR valve that can cause a sudden loss of drive power, and a steering rack that can bind and make the vehicle difficult or impossible to steer.
On the safety equipment side, a side curtain airbag fastener may be loose or missing, which can cause the bag to deploy incorrectly in a crash. Three recalls address the rear spoiler, which can contact the body when the liftgate opens or closes, potentially detaching and becoming a road hazard for other drivers. The rearview camera software on certain vehicles may fail to display an image when reversing, reducing visibility behind the car. There is also a concern with the electronic stability control system, where a software issue in the ABS control module can prevent the warning light from coming on when stability control is not functioning properly, leaving the driver unaware of the problem.
At a glance
What can fail
Radio software may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying on the screen, blocking your view of what's behind the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the radio software at no cost, or the update will be delivered wirelessly over-the-air.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear spoiler may be misaligned with the roof, causing damage when you use the liftgate.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler at no cost if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear spoiler may contact the vehicle body when the liftgate opens or closes, potentially damaging the spoiler and causing it to detach.
What the fix does
A dealership will inspect the rear spoiler and replace it if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The exhaust gas recirculation valve may stick in the open position, causing unexpected loss of engine power.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the exhaust gas recirculation valve assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The steering gear rack bar may not have been hardened enough during manufacturing, causing it to bind inside the steering rack and making steering difficult or unresponsive.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the entire steering gear assembly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The ABS control module software may fail to turn on the electronic stability control malfunction warning light when ESC malfunctions occur.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the ABS control module software at no cost to restore the warning light function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear spoiler may be misaligned with the roof, causing it to become damaged when the liftgate is opened or closed.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear spoiler and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear spoiler may strike the vehicle body when the liftgate opens or closes, potentially damaging the spoiler and causing it to separate from the vehicle.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect the rear spoiler and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fastener securing the side air bag inflatable curtain may be loose or missing, potentially affecting the air bag's ability to deploy properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will tighten or replace the fastener at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
