2016 Dodge Durango
This year had at least 30% fewer 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
32% of complaints: exterior lighting — 51 distinct reports on file.
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The lighting system allowed water to enter the lights, causing them to fail as they filled up (from bottom to top) to the point that they won't properly indicate running lights or brake lights.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231017
25% of complaints: electrical system — 39 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Intermittent start/stop, or extended start after driving for extended time. Vehicle fuel smell during if vehicle goes into an extended start mode. I have complained to Dodge about this problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231016
19% of complaints: power train — 30 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE A MESSAGE CAME UP ON THE CLUSTER "START/STOP SYSTEM DISABLED. SERVICE START/STOP SYSTEM". SHORTLY AFTER THERE WAS ANOTHER MESSAGE "LOW BATTERY MODE. SOME SYSTEMS FUNCTION REDUCED".
NHTSA ODI report, 20180412
COMPUTER/TRANSMISSION ISSUES. CAR BROKE DOWN AND COULD NOT PUT IN PARK BECAUSE THE COMPUTER THOUGHT MY SPEED WAS TOO HIGH EVEN THOUGH I WAS STANDING STILL. ONCE THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER IT MOVED FORWARD WHILE IT WAS IN PARK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160824
10% of complaints: engine — 16 distinct reports on file.
FIRE6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016.
Campaign 16V168000 — check if this car was fixed
Vehicle Rollaway
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly for damage to the fuel rail crossover tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016.
Campaign 16V814000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM...
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.
Campaign 18V332000 — check if this car was fixed
Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Dodge Durango — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (51 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V168000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V814000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V332000 (electrical system, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Dodge Durango reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Dodge Durango is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Dodge Durango?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Durango have?
3 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.