The Verdict
Worst problem area
Visibility & Lighting
Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 100 of 208 complaints (48%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (5) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 56 in 2020 to 208 in 2021.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 208
- Recall campaigns
- 8
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,950–$5,950
- Combined MPG
- 13–21
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | vs. 2021 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–5,150 | 2,950–5,150 | 2,950–5,950 | 2,950–5,150 | 2,950–5,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–21 | 15–21 | 13–21 | 15–21 | 13–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–19 / 19–26 | 13–19 / 19–26 | 12–19 / 17–26 | 13–19 / 19–26 | 12–19 / 17–26 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 414–584 | 414–584 | 414–659 | 414–584 | 416–659 | |
| Complaints filed | 146 | 56 | 208 | 61 | 33 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 8 | 7 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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 2021 Dodge Durango have?
8 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Dodge Durango?
Visibility & Lighting: 100 of 208 NHTSA complaints (48%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Dodge Durango get?
EPA rates it 13–21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Dodge Durango?
EPA estimates $2,950–$5,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 19 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $2,950 (low) | 414 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg (high) | $2,950 (low) | 427 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Midgrade | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 14 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,200 | 525 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7L | All-Wheel Drive | Midgrade | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,200 | 533 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 6.4L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 13 mpg | 19 mpg | 15 mpg | $5,150 | 584 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 6.2L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 12 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 13 mpg (low) | $5,950 (high) | 659 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 10 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 41 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 8 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 12 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 100 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 26 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 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 (8)
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the spoiler and align the liftgate as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 10, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Defect
- 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 Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A damaged rear spoiler can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. This recall is an expansion of recall number 21V-842.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z31.
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack, and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.
- Consequence
- Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Defect
- 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. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Consequence
- An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
STRUCTURE:BODY
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
- Consequence
- A damaged rear spoiler could detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y73.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN; AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Defect
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing.
- Consequence
- A loose or missing fastener may cause the side curtain air bag to deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten or replace the fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y16.