2015 Dodge Durango
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 201 of 503 complaints (40%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Body, Seats & Latches include more reported injuries (17) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 782 in 2014 to 503 in 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,300–4,800 | 3,100–4,500 | 3,100–4,500 | 2,950–4,200 | 2,950–4,200 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–19 | 16–20 | 16–20 | 17–21 | 17–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–16 / 20–23 | 14–18 / 22–25 | 14–18 / 22–25 | 14–19 / 22–26 | 14–19 / 22–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 473–581 | 436–541 | 436–541 | 414–524 | 414–525 | |
| Complaints filed | 640 | 782 | 503 | 161 | 211 | |
| Recalls issued | 11 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 20 | 23 | 26 | 23 | 9 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 34 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 22 | 60 | 37 | 13 | 10 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Dodge Durango have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Dodge Durango?
Visibility & Lighting: 201 of 503 NHTSA complaints (40%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Dodge Durango get?
EPA rates it 16–20 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Dodge Durango?
EPA estimates $3,100–$4,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 | 458 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 18 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | 20 mpg (high) | $3,100 (low) | 436 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Midgrade | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 14 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | $4,200 | 531 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7L | All-Wheel Drive | Midgrade | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 22 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $4,500 (high) | 541 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 40 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 38 | 17 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 22 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 95 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Brakes | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 57 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 20 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 113 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 201 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 51 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · Campaign 18V332000 · May 22, 2018
Defect: 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 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER · Campaign 16V168000 · Mar 23, 2016
Defect: 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. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
Consequence: A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.
SUSPENSION:REAR · Campaign 15V469000 · Jul 27, 2015
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.
Consequence: If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R38. Note: This supersedes Recall No. 15V-407.
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. · Campaign 15V461000 · Jul 23, 2015
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Consequence: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.