2014 Dodge Durango electrical system problems

Related recalls

• Recall 18V332000May 17, 20184,815,661 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

  Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

• Recall 17V741000Nov 21, 201717,116 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

  Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.

• Recall 17V435000Jul 10, 2017442,214 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

  Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.

• Recall 14V634000Oct 8, 2014435,081 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

  Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

  Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.

• Recall 14V391000Jul 2, 2014653,562 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

  Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.

  Risk: If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P36.

What owners say

1. Filed Jun 16, 2026KSAirbagsElectrical System

   Airbag service light has come on and upon reading appears to be a major issue among any 2014 dodge durango with the vin starting with 1C4RD…. But not on a recall. Appears to be a bad OCR. Unsure why other Chrysler made vehicles known with this issue were recalled but not the 2014 dodge durangos Very concerning that the airbags won’t deploy if in an accident

   NHTSA complaint #11744624 · source
2. Filed May 12, 2026200,434 miGAElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Dodge Durango. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy per a Carfax report. The contact stated that due to the mileage discrepancy, the buying price was significantly lower. At the time of purchase per the title, the vehicle mileage was 37,783., However, the Carfax report stated that the mileage was 200,434 on 02/2024, and on…

   NHTSA complaint #11737364 · source
3. Filed Mar 4, 2026CACrashTowedBrakesElectrical System

   I was coming out of a drive thru car wash and driving towards an intersection with Rail road tracks on the road getting ready to turn left going 15 to 20 mph. As I turned my vehicle began skidding causing me to loose control and hitting 2 vehicles head on . I believe if my traction control (stability control) system or abs were functioning correctly this could have been avoided.

   NHTSA complaint #11721883 · source
4. Filed Jul 21, 2025104,000 miOHElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact stated that an intermittent warning light for EVAP failure was illuminated. The contact performed an inspection of the vehicle and noticed that the fuel pump fuse was blown and had melted into the fuse box. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact referenced an unknown…

   NHTSA complaint #11674988 · source
5. Filed Jun 20, 202592,500 miNEElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while attempting to repair the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 76,173, and the vehicle warranty company informed the contact that it was discovered that the mileage displayed on the title was 92,500. Additionally, the contact retrieved the vehicle Carfax report and confirmed that…

   NHTSA complaint #11668113 · source
6. Filed May 9, 2025170,000 miILElectrical System

   Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while attempting to insure the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 92,000 and at the time of the insurance registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 170,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11659927 · source
7. Filed Mar 5, 2025TXElectrical System

   The alternator failed, and my battery would not take a charge. Had scanner used and report showed faulty alternator. I was driving and went into a parking slot, when I put gear in park, all power went out. The it wouldn't turn on, occasionally lights would flicker on and off. Tried to jump start it several times but it wouldn't take. Finally got a jump, truck started but the couldn't change gears. I have not taken it yet to get it diagnosed. I truly feel this issue should be…

   NHTSA complaint #11646468 · source
8. Filed Aug 28, 2024109,000 miTXTowedElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the low voltage power message was displayed. The display on the instrument panel darkened and the vehicle unintentionally shifted into park and the vehicle failed to return to normal operation. The vehicle was not drivable and was towed to the residence. The contact researched online and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V741000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. A…

   NHTSA complaint #11611426 · source
9. Filed Sep 18, 2023CABrakesElectrical SystemSteering

   While driving all sensors began flashing simultaneously. I took to mechanic and a few codes turned up. One for speed messages. One for can bus and the other was U0001. Took to dealership service and they had it for a week. After charging battery all sensors were cleared. Same day driving home all sensors came back on simultaneously. Car began making noises and driving in limp mode windshield wipers turned on by themselves. Took car to Firestone to check battery. They…

   NHTSA complaint #11545306 · source
10. Filed Sep 18, 2023150,000 miOHBrakesElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal became firm, and the vehicle failed to start. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the buttons on the steering wheel and the display screen failed to function as needed. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware…

    NHTSA complaint #11545169 · source
11. Filed Sep 2, 2023INElectrical SystemLighting

    Center hatch led strip light leak causing led to go out and back up camera to stop working. Causes hazardous conditions for backing up with camera not working and hazardous conditions while driving because don’t know if the short in few of led lights will cause all tail light/brake lights to short out also.

    NHTSA complaint #11542318 · source
12. Filed Sep 1, 2023SCElectrical SystemSeats & Seat BeltsSteering

    Rackin pinion, Lumbar drivers seat stopped working, 120v outlet came out, jerking at pulling off, all dash components do things when ever. Electrical issues within radio and dash.

    NHTSA complaint #11542180 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology