dodge Durango problems
0 safety recalls. 637 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
AS I WAS TURNING LEFT INTO A COMMUNITY THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN DRIVE. I IMMEDIATELY PUT THE EMERGENCY LIGHTS ON. I PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE FOR SAFETY WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STILL IN DRIVE. I LIFTED MY FOOT FROM THE BRAKE AND THE CAR REMAINED…
AT ABOUT 54K/56K MILES THE AIRBAG AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN TO GO ON AND OFF. WHEN I GOT IT CHECKED THEY DID NOT REPORT ANYTHING OUTSIDE OF AIR IS SYSTEM BUT THAT WAS COVERED IN THE DIAGNOSTIC. THEN THE CAR WOULD MAKE SUDDEN JUMPS FOR NO REASON, AIRBAG AND ENGINE AND…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V391000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 14V154000 (SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE…
I'VE HAD AT LEAST TWO THINGS THE CHRYSLER SERVICE DEPARTMENT HAS NOT ASSURED ME I NEEDED. A FRONT END ALIGNMENT DONE IN NJ AND A "BYPASS" FUEL PUMP ADDITION DONE AT LUSTINE?? I FEEL LIKE CAR HAD A HEART ATTACK BECAUSE OF A COMPUTER SENSOR ISSUE. NOW THEY SAY ITS SHAKING AND I…
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Common questions
Is the 2012 Dodge Durango reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 637 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2012 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 2012 Dodge Durango?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 309 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 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 2012 Dodge Durango?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 637 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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.