2026 Dodge Durango
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 15 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
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
3 of 15 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
Approximately 10/18/26 I noticed whenever I release the gas pedal my vehicle didn't down shift, but stayed at 25-30mph until i applied the brakes hard and manually downshifted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-26
Bought vehicle new with almost no miles from Dodge Dealer in [XXX] (Paramus Dodge) After 3000 miles I start noticing hard kick when selecting gear from Park to Drive or Reverse gear with noise coming from underneath vehicle almost sounds like broken...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-13
The contact owns a 2026 Dodge Durango. While driving at an undisclosed speed in a rainstorm, the front window windshield wipers failed to wipe the windshield. The windshield wipers were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14
Also filed under Visibility/wiper and electrical system
Visibility/wiper
2 of 15 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
Suspension
2 of 15 total reports mention: suspension.
Service brakes
2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes.
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I put the car in reverse, and it accelerated uncontrollably, and the brake wouldn't work, and it hit another car Then, I put it in drive, and it accelerated uncontrollably again, and the brake wouldn't work again It was accelerating uncontrollably...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-06
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance and vehicle speed control
Electrical system
2 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Date not on fileExterior lighting26V701000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Dodge Durango vehicles. The terminals in the tail light wiring harness may be damaged and cause the tail lights to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tail light assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 3, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Dodge Durango — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V701000 · Exterior lighting
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2026 Dodge Durango reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Dodge Durango?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Dodge Durango have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.