dodge Durango problems
0 safety recalls. 97 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
EVERY TIME I FUEL THE VEHICLE UP (AT MULTIPLE GAS STATIONS) THE PUMP DOES NOT SHUT OFF A WHEN THE TANK IS FULL, CAUSING FUEL SPIT BACK AND OVERFLOW. THIS CAUSES A FIRE DANGER AND A HAZMAT SITUATION. *TR
THE GAS TANK BEGAN BURPING UPON FILLING. ONCE THE AUTO CUTOFF CLICKS OFF, ABOUT 5-10 SECONDS LATER THE TANK BURPS A LARGE PUDDLE ONTO THE GROUND THAT IS WELL LARGER THAN MY FOOT. APPARENTLY THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE THAT STARTS WITH A RECALL IN 2005. I FOUND THIS WHILE…
VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AT A FILLING STATION FUEL PUMP WITH ENGINE OFF. WHEN THE FILLING PUMP NOZZLE SHUTS OFF BACK PRESSURE FROM THE VEHICLES FUEL TANK FORCES A STREAM OF GASOLINE BACK OUT OF THE FILL NECK. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE FUEL TANK IS FILLED. I HAVE READ THAT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING, FUEL SPEWED OUT OF THE FILLER NECK VALVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIRS. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 23,000. ...UPDATE 01/20/12 *BF
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Common questions
Is the 2008 Dodge Durango reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Dodge Durango is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2008 Dodge Durango?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 24 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Dodge Durango has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2008 Dodge Durango?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 97 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.