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2005 Dodge Durango lighting problems

severe Owners of the 2005 Dodge Durango have filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See lighting across all vehicles →

Complaints
5
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$250
lighting complaints on the Dodge Durango, by model year
Model yearlighting complaints
2005 Durango (this page) 5
2006 Durango 5
2007 Durango 5
1fire

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 09E012000 April 7, 2009

Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles

Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

What owners are reporting 0 most recent

Had lighting trouble with your 2005 Dodge Durango? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the lighting problem on the 2005 Dodge Durango?

It's a meaningful issue. 5 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $250.

At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?

Based on the 5 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 87,950 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to lighting?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover lighting issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Dodge/Durango. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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