2011 Dodge Durango
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 965 |
| 1999 | 1967 |
| 2000 | 1075 |
| 2001 | 665 |
| 2002 | 423 |
| 2003 | 338 |
| 2004 | 1114 |
| 2005 | 1567 |
| 2006 | 851 |
| 2007 | 191 |
| 2008 | 97 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2011 | 797 |
| 2012 | 637 |
| 2013 | 640 |
| 2014 | 781 |
| 2015 | 502 |
| 2016 | 159 |
| 2017 | 210 |
| 2018 | 227 |
| 2019 | 139 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 183 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
62% of complaints: electrical system — 495 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact's wife detected an abnormally strong smoke odor inside the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240611
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE TO PARK IN A PARKING AREA, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND, WHEN IT WAS RESTARTED, THE ABNORMAL NOISE CONTINUED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171121
WHEN IGNITION ON, SITTING IN VEHICLE LISTENING TO FM RADIO STATION, OVERHEAD REAR ELECTRIC HATCH BUTTON WAS PRESSED AND HATCH OPENED. JUST AFTER OPENING REAR HATCH, PASSENGER DOOR WAS OPENED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121202
22% of complaints: engine — 179 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle and became aware there was smoke coming from under the hood.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230905
15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 119 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE10% of complaints: service brakes — 78 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
2 SEPARATE RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE AFTER MY VEHICLE HAS ALREADY HAD 2 OTHER RECALLS REPAIRED. THE FIRST ONE IS T59 REGARDING A BRAKE BOOSTER WATER SHIELD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180109
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE TO PARK IN A PARKING AREA, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND, WHEN IT WAS RESTARTED, THE ABNORMAL NOISE CONTINUED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171121
6% of complaints: power train — 50 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
Headliner Fires
Headliner Fires
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure.
Campaign 14V154000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 14V391000 — check if this car was fixed
Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to July 20, 2011, and equipped with either a 3.6L or 5.7L engine.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 14V530000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine...
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
Campaign 14V634000 — check if this car was fixed
Post 14V-391 Headliner Fires
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealer will install clearance for sun visor wiring, protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016.
Campaign 15V879000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 17V572000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018.
Campaign 17V435000 — check if this car was fixed
Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115.
Remedy: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19, 2019.
Campaign 19V813000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Dodge Durango — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (495 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (179 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (119 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V154000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V391000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V530000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V634000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V879000 (electrical system, interior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V572000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V435000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V813000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Dodge Durango reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Dodge Durango is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Durango?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Dodge Durango have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.