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All cars · Dodge Durango · 2023

2023 Dodge Durango. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index39100 = average car
Complaints32NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold69,196U.S. model year
Per 100K sold46complaints

Engines and drivetrains 6

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.6L 6-cylAuto 8-spdRWD19 / 26 / 21Regular$2,950
3.6L 6-cylAuto 8-spdAWD18 / 25 / 21Regular$2,950
5.7L 8-cylAuto 8-spdRWD14 / 22 / 17Midgrade$4,200
5.7L 8-cylAuto 8-spdAWD14 / 22 / 17Midgrade$4,200
6.2L 8-cyl superchargedAuto 8-spdAWD12 / 17 / 13Premium$5,950
6.4L 8-cylAuto 8-spdAWD13 / 19 / 15Premium$5,150

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Lights41%
Transmission & drivetrain28%
Electrical22%
Engine16%
Automatic emergency braking12%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
3220202

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 2

  • 26V528000 Aug 2026 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.

    Risk. 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

  • 23V640000 Sep 2023 Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Lever And Linkage / Column Shift

    Defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles equipped with an instrument panel mounted shifter. The shifter may experience an interference with the shifter boot and come out of gear while driving, which can result in a sudden loss of drive power.

    Risk. A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. Dealers will replace the instrument panel mounted shifter boot, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 94A.

Manufacturer communications 242

Dodge filed 242 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • One or More of the Modules in the Vehicle Are Setting U0140-00 Loss of Communication with the…
  • Drained Battery, Low System Voltage, Battery Not Charging, High System Voltage
  • Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Dodge Durango SUV AWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★☆☆
Dodge Durango SUV RWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
Dodge Durango Pursuit SUV AWDnot ratednot ratednot ratednot rated

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardOptionalOptional

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2020311757,828Lights
20211499565,936Lights
2022594155,433Lights
2023393269,196Lights
2024–1459,357Electrical
2025–881,168Electrical

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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