Dodge Durango problems
778 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. No active recalls — patterns come from the complaint record.
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the engine was repaired or replaced.
- Engine: 44 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 47,000–109,000 mi
- Powertrain: 41 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 10,100–72,500 mi
- Reliability score 6.8/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge durango. The contact stated that the tail lights retained water, causing the lights to short out. The vehicle was taken to rairdon Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of marysville (360-653-5664, located at 16610 smokey point blvd, arlington, wa 98223)…
Rear LED litigate light collects water inside unit and burns out the LED. This the third time it had happened. Light was replaced twice already.
Vehicle stalled on highway when going over 40 MPH. Water gets into left rear light and causes rear lights to go out.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start on multiple attempts. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Dodge Durango reliable?
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 778 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Dodge Durango has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2014 Dodge Durango?
On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Dodge Durango is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the engine was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: Engine: 44 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 47,000–109,000 mi; Powertrain: 41 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 10,100–72,500 mi; Reliability score 6.8/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Dodge Durango?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is lighting, with 216 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 60,761 miles. Average repair cost runs about $250 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The lighting is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $250 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 60,761 miles. 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 2014 Dodge Durango?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 778 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $250, 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 are not always better value.