2022 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
- 60
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Exterior lighting
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
43% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 60 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 | 785 |
| 2015 | 504 |
| 2016 | 161 |
| 2017 | 215 |
| 2018 | 233 |
| 2019 | 146 |
| 2020 | 56 |
| 2021 | 207 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 13 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Exterior lighting
43% · 26 reportsMost commonly citing headlights.
Show complaint excerpts
I own a 2022 Dodge Durango. During normal loading and unloading of cargo with the liftgate open, I have sustained three separate lacerations to my forearm and wrist from the exposed, sharp inside corners of the rear taillight assemblies.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-27
Daytime driving lights on drivers side went out and passenger is still on that is the lights yhat run in the daytime and when I took it to the dealership I was told they was aware of the situation but they said they was not responsible for it, but...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-15
Taillight is retaining water and causing my taillights to go out. This is a very well known issue as the dealer was aware of this issue with a lot of Durangos.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-23
Electrical system
18% · 11 reportsShow complaint excerpts
After about 3mins of driving my vehicle I started to smell burning plastic, a couple seconds later I saw a view black squiggly lines which was smoke which made me look around. At that point I saw the USB port engulfed in flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-18
Engine
17% · 10 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On Friday, 04/22/2022, at 5:30 PM, I remote-started the vehicle, and let it run for 5 minutes, then my wife and I entered the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-04-24
Power train
15% · 9 reportsFuel/propulsion system
13% · 8 reportsSafety timeline
7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2022-03-29Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic22V140000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.
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2022-05-12Steering22V154000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-852-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z18.
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2023-01-17Power train22V866000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Charger and Durango vehicles. The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB3.
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2023-03-09Structure23V115000 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 20A.
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2024-07-09Back over prevention24V436000 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...
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
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2024-07-11Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, air24V415000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Durango and Ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the ABS control module may disable the electronic stability control system.
Remedy: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 55B.
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Date not on fileStructure26V528000 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.
Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning September 10, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Dodge Durango — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Exterior lighting: 26 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V528000 · Structure
- Recall 22V140000 · Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 22V154000 · Steering
- Recall 22V866000 · Power train
- Recall 23V115000 · Structure
- Recall 24V436000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 24V415000 · Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, air
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- Is the 2022 Dodge Durango reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Dodge Durango is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Dodge Durango?
- The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Dodge Durango have?
- 7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.