The Lemon Index2014 Dodge Durango.
The 2014 Dodge Durango is worse than average by owner complaints: 139 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 197, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 11 recalls, and it gets 16 to 20 mpg combined. The best Dodge Durango year is 2020.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 783 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Dodge Durango year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 39K to 85K miles on the car (534 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- lights complaints mostly came at 44K–75K miles
- seats complaints mostly came at 52K–100K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 36K–88K miles
Recalls 11
- electrical 2018
These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.
- electrical 2017
In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
- brakes 2017
The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability.
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- electrical 2017
The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator.
- equipment 2015
The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
- seat belts 2014
Due to a fault within the Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module, the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags may be disabled.
- stability control 2014
Due to an issue with the software for the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM), the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may be disabled.
- electrical 2014
In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
- electrical 2014
In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.
- speed control 2014
When the adaptive cruise control is engaged and the driver presses the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle's speed more than the cruise control system would on its own, the vehicle may continue to accelerate briefl…
- brakes 2014
The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Dodge told dealers about
Dodge sent dealers 372 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Various vehicles are experiencing loss of oil, and possibly an oil leakage pooling in engine…
- "pentastar oil filter adapter before replacing this part, please call any one of the following…
- Flash: Vehicle Enhancement This bulletin involves updating the Body Control Module (BCM) software
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedSeat belt retraction2019–2021
- ClosedActive head rest inadvertent deployment2019–2026
- ClosedVehicle rollaway2016–2024
- ClosedPowered vehicle rollaway2015–2016
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Durango SUV 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Dodge Durango SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3200–4600 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
A/c will not work--relay that is built into the power module will not function--dealer says they will have to replace the whole expensive module. Can not get the part.
2014 Dodge Durango owner · NHTSA complaint 10995770
More owner reports
While driving the car was stuck on d6. It wouldn't shift gears up or down. Pulled over and was at complete stop but car was still on d6. Had turned car off and on then the engine light came on.
NHTSA complaint 10655000
I often attempt to accelerate at slower speeds generally between 20-30mph to pass another vehicle etc... The response after pushing the gas is very delayed sometimes as if the vehicle hesitates.
NHTSA complaint 10608693
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Dodge Durango reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew 2× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 197; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Dodge Durango year by this measure is 2020.
What are the most common 2014 Dodge Durango problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (29%), transmission & drivetrain (19%) and engine (17%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Dodge Durango have?
11 safety recalls (latest: electrical). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Dodge Durango get?
16 to 20 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Dodge Durango safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Dodge Durango problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 39,800 and 85,000 miles. The middle report was at 63,000 miles, from 534 complaints.
Does the 2014 Dodge Durango have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 19% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2014 Dodge Durango cost in fuel a year?
About $3200 to $4600 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Dodge Durango have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
What Dodge Durango year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2020, 2022 and 2019.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works