Verdict
2023 Dodge Durango: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2023 Dodge Durango — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 33 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 54% of 2023 SUVs. Exterior Lighting leads the reports (24%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2023 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
33
Reports to NHTSA, 2023
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
17
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 54% of 2023 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2023 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Exterior Lighting issues lead owner complaints (24% of 33 reports), followed by power train (24%).
+ 2 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 33 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11729656, ODI 11721617, ODI 11717794, ODI 11713280, ODI 11699102.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Power Train · 23V640000Details +Close −
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.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2023 Dodge Durango SUV RWD NHTSA source
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2023 Dodge Durango SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango RWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 19 | 26 | 21 |
| Durango AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 | 25 | 21 |
| Durango RWD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 14 | 22 | 17 |
| Durango AWD | 5.7L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 14 | 22 | 17 |
| Durango SRT AWD | 6.4L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 13 | 19 | 15 |
| Durango SRT AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 12 | 17 | 13 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2023 Dodge Durango: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Dodge Durango?
Owners filed 33 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Dodge Durango — fewer complaints than 54% of comparable 2023 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2023 Dodge Durango?
The most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (24% of complaints) and power train (24%).
How many recalls does the 2023 Dodge Durango have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2023 Dodge Durango, covering components such as power train. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Dodge Durango get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Dodge Durango between 13 and 21 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.