2023 Dodge Durango problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Dodge Durango, most often about lighting. There are 2 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
32
Recalls
2
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Median mileage
55,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Lighting is the most-reported problem area, named in 13 of 32 complaints (41%).
  • Transmission & Drivetrain (9) and electrical system (7) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 55,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries.
  • The 2023 Dodge Durango has 2 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 14th of 20 Dodge Durango model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 45% fewer complaints than the 2022 model year (58).

2023 Dodge Durango problems by category

  • Lighting
    13 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    9 complaints
  • Electrical System
    7 complaints
  • Engine
    5 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Airbags · 1 crash
    3 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    2 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech · 1 crash
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    1 complaints
  • Brakes · 1 crash
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Exterior lighting13
Power train9
Electrical system7
Engine5
Air bags3
Fuel/propulsion system3
Forward collision avoidance: warnings2
Vehicle speed control2

When problems happen (mileage)

Under 10k10k–30k330k–60k60k–100k100k–150k150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2023 Dodge Durango complaints that list mileage.

2023 Dodge Durango recalls (2)

  • Recall 26V528000Aug 13, 202674,578 vehicles
    STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, possibly resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.

    Risk: A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the spoiler and align the liftgate as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 10, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.

  • Recall 23V640000Sep 18, 2023125 vehicles
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles equipped with an instrument panel mounted shifter. The shifter may experience an interference with the shifter boot and come out of gear while driving, which can result in a sudden loss of drive power.

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

    Remedy: 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.

Recent 2023 Dodge Durango complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Oct 5, 2026FLLighting
    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 vehicle has reduced and uneven forward visibility to others during daytime driving. A…
    NHTSA complaint #11769062 · source
  2. Filed Sep 27, 2026TNLighting
    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 just going to happen again. I have 4 kids and it is unsafe to be driving with no…
    NHTSA complaint #11767256 · source
  3. Filed Sep 6, 2026TXLighting
    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 headlight
    NHTSA complaint #11762445 · source
  4. Filed Sep 1, 2026OKElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain
    The radio displays Uconnect box requires service, please visit an authorized dealer. When that happens you cannot use the safety call 911 button, if you are using your phone for navigation, you will not be able to see it. It also makes the vehicle run different.
    NHTSA complaint #11761262 · source
  5. Filed Jul 9, 202655,000 miCAAirbagsEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon startup and while driving, the check engine and airbag warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the gear shifter became stuck when shifting into drive(D). The rearview camera flickered, displayed incorrect images, and the display screen intermittently froze or turned blue. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on ten occasions, and an unknown diagnosis was provided. The vehicle was repaired, but the…
    NHTSA complaint #11749259 · source
  6. Filed Jun 30, 202640,000 miTXFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The contact turned off and waited before restarting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the fuel pump, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11747340 · source
  7. Filed May 30, 2026MOAirbags
    I was dive down the road and it sound like a gun go off I seen the right side air bag was out and that scared me I did not comperhend what had hppen and I end up sliding down a ditch in bake ment
    NHTSA complaint #11740977 · source
  8. Filed May 4, 2026KYElectrical System
    I have a 2023 Dodge Durango GT. I have noticed that every so often I get an error message that pops up on my radio that says “UConnect box need service contact an authorized dealer”. I’ve taken it in and had the radio flashed and it keeps coming back. Everytime it comes on is disables my SOS and makes it non functional as well as it disables my other SiriusXM Guardian features. I find this to be an extreme safety concern as it disables the SOS feature to contact emergency…
    NHTSA complaint #11735630 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. 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