daytime running light feature is out on drivers side seems to be a consistent problem is not covered under max care warranty
2023 Dodge Durango lighting problems
severe Owners of the 2023 Dodge Durango have filed 12 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of October 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See lighting across all vehicles →
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
| Model year | lighting complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 Durango | 31 |
| 2020 Durango | 20 |
| 2021 Durango | 72 |
| 2022 Durango | 24 |
| 2023 Durango (this page) | 12 |
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What stands out
Lighting accounts for 32% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 3 categories tracked.
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
Running light inoperable. Dealer says replacement is only repair, not covered under warranty. Found that many other people are having the same problem within 3 years.
The driver-side daytime running light (DRL) on my 2023 Dodge Durango has stopped functioning. The failure occurred under normal vehicle use and was not caused by an accident, impact, or external damage. I am reporting this as a safety concern because the daytime running lights are intended to increase vehicle visibility to other motorists and pedestrians. With only one DRL functioning, the…
The daytime running light and blinker went out way sooner than it should have and cost a fortune to replace just for it to fail again in another year. I had only owned the car for 8 months before they went out. It is unsafe and absolutely should be fixed when this is a well known issue with this year, make, and model vehicle. So many people have the exact same issue and it should be fixed. It’s…
My drivers side led headlight has only lasted 2 years. One bulb goes out and the whole assembly needs to be replaced. These led lights are supposed to last 5-10 years. I have both headlights with a single light out. Passenger side turn signal and drivers side running day time lights. The headlights mopar makes are not in par with the cost of 1,200 to replace the entire assembly for just one…
Water gets in the back racetrack light on the back lift gate.
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Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2023 Dodge Durango?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $250.
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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2023/Dodge/Durango.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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