NO INCIDENT OCCURRED. I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR EDDY'S CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM IN WICHITA, KS TO REPLACE A BRAKE BOOSTER SINCE JULY. I WAS PLACED ON A LIST. I CALLED THEM AGAIN IN OCTOBER AND THEY SAID THEY WERE STILL WAITING ON PARTS. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT MY FAMILY'S SAFETY. THE WEATHER IS NOW COLD AND THAT IS WHEN THIS DEFECT HAS CAUSED ACCIDENTS. WHAT SHOULD I DO? *TR
2012 dodge Durango brakes problems
severe 53 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450
Complaints
53
Recalls
0
Crashes
4
Avg fix
$450
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
RECEIVED RECALL P14 / NHTSA 14V-154. TOOK VEHICLE IN AND WAS ADVISED NEEDED TO ORDER PART. PART HAS NOT ARRIVED AND DEALER DOES NOT HAVE AN EXPECTED DELIVERY DATE. THEY ONLY CAN ADVISE TO CONTINUE TO CALL. AND CHRYSLER CONTINUES TO SEND ME THE NOTICE (3RD NOTICE) TELLING ME THAT I SHOULD GO TO TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V154000 (SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2012 dodge Durango?
It's a meaningful issue. 53 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. 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.
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