The Lemon Index2015 Dodge Durango.
The 2015 Dodge Durango is one of the worst years by owner complaints: 137 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 216, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about lights, it has 4 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 503 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Dodge Durango year. 2015 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 34K to 72K miles on the car (319 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 40K–68K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 30K–63K miles
- seats complaints mostly came at 53K–86K miles
Recalls 4
- electrical 2018
These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.
- brakes 2016
In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
- suspension 2015
The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated.
Show all 4 recalls
- 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.
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 349 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Flash: Heated Steering Wheel Temperature Enhancement Depending on vehicle architecture: This…
- Replace Left Front Axle Half Shaft This bulletin involves inspecting and, if necessary,…
- Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying…
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
- ClosedSoftware security vulnerability2015–2016
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
Rear tracklight holding water after rain and carwash
2015 Dodge Durango owner · NHTSA complaint 11101475
More owner reports
Dealership will not call back or answer phone to repair recall p60 and p64 all american Chrysler Jeep Dodge of midland, texas
NHTSA complaint 10853824
Water pooling in bottom of racetrack lighting. Shorting out lights
NHTSA complaint 11153020
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Dodge Durango reliable?
No, it is one of the worst by government complaints. It drew 2.2× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 216; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Dodge Durango year by this measure is 2020.
What are the most common 2015 Dodge Durango problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are lights (41%), electrical (23%) and transmission & drivetrain (18%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Dodge Durango have?
4 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 2015 Dodge Durango get?
16 to 20 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 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 2015 Dodge Durango problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 34,800 and 72,000 miles. The middle report was at 51,000 miles, from 319 complaints.
Does the 2015 Dodge Durango have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 18% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2015 Dodge Durango cost in fuel a year?
About $3200 to $4600 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Dodge Durango have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
What Dodge Durango year is better than the 2015?
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