2018 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
- 232
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
38% of complaints
Complaints per year
2018: 232 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 965 |
| 1999 | 1,967 |
| 2000 | 1,075 |
| 2001 | 665 |
| 2002 | 423 |
| 2003 | 339 |
| 2004 | 1,115 |
| 2005 | 1,567 |
| 2006 | 851 |
| 2007 | 191 |
| 2008 | 97 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2011 | 797 |
| 2012 | 640 |
| 2013 | 640 |
| 2014 | 782 |
| 2015 | 503 |
| 2016 | 161 |
| 2017 | 213 |
| 2018 | 232 |
| 2019 | 144 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2021 | 202 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 13 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 13 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
38% · 87 reportsMost commonly citing speedometer/odometer and starter assembly.
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I purchased a 2018 Dodge Durango. Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, moisture was present inside the rear liftgate/racetrack lamp assembly and portions of the rear lighting did not operate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-08
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Exterior lighting
24% · 56 reportsMost commonly citing tail lights.
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The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that a section of the rear light was inoperable. The passengerâs side light was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-10
Engine
12% · 27 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Back to back error codes P0300 P0108 P1404 P0172 Rough running engine. Very strong smell of fuel at two different times while driving. Vehicle not responding to gas pedal while driving on highway. Repairs at thousands of dollars.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-04
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Service brakes
11% · 25 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Seats
9% · 22 reportsMost commonly citing head restraint.
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While driving, the passenger front headrest suddenly popped forward hitting the passenger in the back of the head aggressively and unexpectedly. No accident involved or any aggressive braking.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-04
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2018-06-04Electrical system, vehicle speed control18V332000 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.
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2018-06-28Power train18V280000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
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2018-10-02Electrical system18V524000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and...
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
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2019-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-02-25 Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2022-11-29Service brakes, hydraulic22V426000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles.
Remedy: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed.
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2025-12-16Service brakes, hydraulic24V838000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Dodge Durango — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 87 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 56 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 27 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control
- Recall 18V280000 · Power train
- Recall 18V524000 · Electrical system
- Recall 22V426000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 24V838000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2018 Dodge Durango reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Dodge Durango is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Dodge Durango?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Dodge Durango have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.