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) WHERE THE TAIL LIGHTS WERE REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED 19 MONTHS LATER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE WARRANTY EXPIR…
2014 dodge Durango lighting problems
moderate 216 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $250
Complaints
216
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$250
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
VEHICLE STALLED ON HIGHWAY WHEN GOING OVER 40 MPH. WATER GETS INTO LEFT REAR LIGHT AND CAUSES REAR LIGHTS TO GO OUT.
WATER IS/HAS POOLED IN THE REAR TAIL LAMP MOUNTED ON THE LIFT GATE, CAUSING THE LED'S TO NOT WORK CORRECTLY AND SHORT OUT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I AM NOT ALONE BY MY RESEARCH ON DODGE DURANGO FORUMS. THIS APPEARS TO BE A UNIVERSAL PROBLEM WITH MOST OWNERS WHOSE LED'S ARE ALSO SHORTED OUT. I AM WONDERING WHY THERE HAS NOT BEEN A RECALL, OR, IF THERE IS, I WOULD APPRECIATE A REPLACEMENT AT NO COST …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERIOR LED LIGHTS AND REVERSE LIGHTS SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING FOR APPROXIMATELY THREE MONTHS. THE CONTACT LOOKED INSIDE THE LIGHT FIXTURES AND FOUND WATER. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE EXTERIOR LIGHTING HIMSELF, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 91,000.
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2014 dodge Durango?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 216 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting 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 $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?
No active recalls currently cover lighting 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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