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2023 Dodge Durango problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 33 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

The 2023 Dodge Durango has 33 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is lighting at 8 complaints (~$250 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Dodge Durango owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2020 Durango 53 0
2021 Durango 185 2
2022 Durango 53 2
2023 Durango (this page) 33 1
2024 Durango 10 0
2025 Durango 7 0
2026 Durango 8 0
2023 Dodge Durango
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Reliability score
8.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2023 Durango?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

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.

Buying a used 2023 Dodge Durango? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

⚠ The one to take seriously: lighting is flagged severe on this model . Inspect it closely on a test drive.

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 8.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →
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Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints

lighting
8 reports · avg $250
severe
powertrain
8 reports · fails ~55,000 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
6 reports · fails ~1,000 mi · avg $850
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2023 Durango · powertrain
Three times now I have a service transmission and it won’t shift but then when taken to dealer they state no codes pop up but I show them a video of what happens each time the dealership says bring it back. First time no codes- no fix, The second time they exchanged the…
2023 Durango · powertrain
That slow speeds when you back up or pull forward and the wheels hit a little bit of resistance, everything goes off on the vehicle, wipers do not work, says the adaptive traction control needs service, it says emergency braking service goes out, turn signals do not work, we…
2023 Durango · lighting
daytime running light feature is out on drivers side seems to be a consistent problem is not covered under max care warranty
2023 Durango · electrical
Uconnect box requires service. Dinging inside car constantly and no error message when this occurs.
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 23V640000 September 18, 2023

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles equipped with an instrument panel mounted shifter

A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel mounted shifter boot, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 94A.

Common questions

Is the 2023 Dodge Durango reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2023 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.

Should you avoid the 2023 Dodge Durango?

On the NHTSA data, the 2023 Dodge Durango does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2023 Dodge Durango?

Inspect the lighting first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 8 owner complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $250 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2023 Dodge Durango a good used car to buy?

It scores 8.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 33 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is lighting. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2023 Dodge Durango?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is lighting, with 8 complaints filed. 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. 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 2023 Dodge Durango?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 33 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.

Related

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2023/Dodge/Durango. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Dodge. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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