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2013 Dodge Durango Problems

Owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, grouped by component

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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What this page shows

Everything below is an owner-reported complaint submitted to NHTSA about the 2013 Dodge Durango, grouped by the component NHTSA recorded on the report. These are not confirmed defects, and they are not recalls. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a category with more reports in it is not evidence that a part is defective.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

Reports by component

Ranked by how many owner reports name each component category

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Each component in detail

What the reports in each category say, in the owners' own words

Electrical

Reports naming the electrical system — wiring, battery, charging, control modules, infotainment and electrical accessories.

290
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument panel and the engine unexpectedly shut off. Occasionally, the vehicle immediately restarted upon wiggling the ignition key; however, the vehicle needed to be manually started by turning the ignition key on other occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

NHTSA ID 11730316 · filed Apr 10, 2026

The vehicle experiences sudden engine shutdown while driving. The engine completely turns off without warning. There are no warning lights, no check engine light, and no prior indication of failure. The exact component causing the failure is unknown at this time, but it appears to involve the engine and/or electrical system. The vehicle is available for inspection and has been taking to doge and nothing is being done yet. The vehicle shuts off while I am actively driving, causing immediate loss of power. This creates a dangerous situation because I lose acceleration and power steering while in traffic. I transport six children daily in this vehicle. Sudden engine shutdown while driving significantly increases the risk of a crash, especially in traffic or at higher speeds. This is a serious safety hazard for my family and others on the road. The dealership has not confirmed the cause. The vehicle has been taken in multiple times for service and diagnostics, and over $4,000 has been spent on repairs. However, the stalling issue continues and has not been resolved. The vehicle has been inspected by an authorized Dodge dealership service department multiple times. No manufacturer representative has inspected the vehicle yet. There were no warning lamps, no check engine light, and no dashboard messages prior to the engine shutting off. The shutdown occurs without any advance warning. The vehicle operates normally and then abruptly turns off.Given the sudden loss of power while driving and the risk of collision, I believe this may be a broader safety defect that could potentially affect other vehicles of the same model.

NHTSA ID 11721316 · filed Mar 1, 2026
All 290 reports naming electrical

Engine

Reports naming the engine itself — including stalling, misfires, oil consumption, cooling and internal engine components.

120
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

My vehicle constantly stalls at idle or while stopped at a traffic light or stop sign. I was so bothersome is that the vehicle rolls back during these endeavors. It usually happens 3 or 4 times a day. I've taken in to the dealer for the recall they replaced the recall parts, but it still continues to stall. It's more frustrating when i'm at a stoplight and I have people behind me honking because the vehicle rolls back as it stalls.

NHTSA ID 11727693 · filed Mar 28, 2026

The vehicle experiences sudden engine shutdown while driving. The engine completely turns off without warning. There are no warning lights, no check engine light, and no prior indication of failure. The exact component causing the failure is unknown at this time, but it appears to involve the engine and/or electrical system. The vehicle is available for inspection and has been taking to doge and nothing is being done yet. The vehicle shuts off while I am actively driving, causing immediate loss of power. This creates a dangerous situation because I lose acceleration and power steering while in traffic. I transport six children daily in this vehicle. Sudden engine shutdown while driving significantly increases the risk of a crash, especially in traffic or at higher speeds. This is a serious safety hazard for my family and others on the road. The dealership has not confirmed the cause. The vehicle has been taken in multiple times for service and diagnostics, and over $4,000 has been spent on repairs. However, the stalling issue continues and has not been resolved. The vehicle has been inspected by an authorized Dodge dealership service department multiple times. No manufacturer representative has inspected the vehicle yet. There were no warning lamps, no check engine light, and no dashboard messages prior to the engine shutting off. The shutdown occurs without any advance warning. The vehicle operates normally and then abruptly turns off.Given the sudden loss of power while driving and the risk of collision, I believe this may be a broader safety defect that could potentially affect other vehicles of the same model.

NHTSA ID 11721316 · filed Mar 1, 2026
All 120 reports naming engine

Fuel system

Reports naming fuel storage or delivery — tanks, pumps, lines, injectors and fuel leaks.

92
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

My vehicle constantly stalls at idle or while stopped at a traffic light or stop sign. I was so bothersome is that the vehicle rolls back during these endeavors. It usually happens 3 or 4 times a day. I've taken in to the dealer for the recall they replaced the recall parts, but it still continues to stall. It's more frustrating when i'm at a stoplight and I have people behind me honking because the vehicle rolls back as it stalls.

NHTSA ID 11727693 · filed Mar 28, 2026

While driving the vehicle occasionally stalls without a check engine light or codes showing up

NHTSA ID 11706814 · filed Dec 23, 2025
All 92 reports naming fuel system

Brakes

Reports naming service brakes, the antilock braking system, brake hoses, master cylinders or the parking brake.

76
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The SUV has consistent problems with the water pump , thermostat and radiator. They have been changed and replaced more than 3 times in a year. Also the brakes are acting funny

NHTSA ID 11629988 · filed Dec 10, 2024

Vehicle has been having issues starting, acts like the fob is not in ignition. Vehicle has locked key in ignition and won't release it. Most dangerous concern is vehicle will completely shut down while driving, regardless of speed, and will not restart until completely stopped and put in park. Most recent occurrence was on interstate 80, 73 MPH on 12/23/2022. Everything except for hazards and radio shuts off and goes black. No warning lights, no codes tracked, just completely fails. Cannot use turn signal, brakes, power steering, nothing. Starting issues started about 12 months ago. Completely shutting down while driving started about 7 months ago. Issue is intermittent and does not show a pattern.

NHTSA ID 11500932 · filed Jan 9, 2023
All 76 reports naming brakes

Interior & seats

Reports naming seats, latches, locks, linkages and interior fittings.

67
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

Seat headrest popped out while driving. First it was the passanger seat and the driver seat followed. Part is broken and unable to be popped in.

NHTSA ID 11682426 · filed Aug 22, 2025

The passenger seat head rest exploded without any impact to the vehicle. Fortunately, no one was sitting in the passenger seat at the time it exploded because it could have caused a head injury. After checking on the head rest, the plastic pin that kept it together broke.

NHTSA ID 11679874 · filed Aug 11, 2025
All 67 reports naming interior & seats

Airbags

Reports naming the air-bag system — deployment behaviour, inflators, sensors and warning lights.

42
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The passenger headrest airbag deployed by itself without reason. No rear end collision. The headrest deployed and hit my 16 yr old daughter in the back of the head. Giving her a headache. No the vehicle has not been looked at yet, it is going to go to the dealer tomorrow. No messages prior to the failure. Now there is a red airbag malfunction icon. A person in a seat with a red dot (airbag) in front of the seat.

NHTSA ID 11733465 · filed Apr 23, 2026

My vehicle was hit on passenger side at approximately 35 miles an hour and the airbags did not deploy. Vehicle is totaled from the wreck and I sustained injuries which need medical attention.

NHTSA ID 11728590 · filed Apr 1, 2026
All 42 reports naming airbags

Powertrain (other)

Powertrain reports that are not specifically the engine or transmission — driveshafts, axles, transfer cases and differentials.

34
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

My vehicle randomly stalled in the middle of the road (I was unaware of the recall, I was not notified of recall upon purchase of vehicle) when I was towed to shop they confirmed the issue was the fuel pump relay (I believe that is what it’s called that the recall is for) I was charged $700 for 2.5 mile tow and repair. After leaving the shop my vehicle began having other problems shortly after (within a month) my vehicle stopped accelerating like a normal vehicle would, it was harder to accelerate it seemed and then the noise.. it is like a knock or a grind? I was told I needed to replace my engine mount so I did… another $850 later and the noise is worse and it still doesn’t accelerate like it should and they are saying my transfer case needs replacing and that it will cost me 2k just for the parts. My car was in perfect condition before the relay failed.. no issues. So is it another recall or is it damage due to a recall I was never notified of?

NHTSA ID 11675232 · filed Jul 22, 2025

Vehicle goes into low gear and locks up the traction control on its own. Without turning the knob to 4WD. The knob is in AWD when this happens. Usually you can put in neutral and turn the knob back and forth then let the car roll forward a little bit and the low gear and traction control will turn off, then you have to wait a little bit then put it in drive and continue. That is not a fix, and the last time it happened, it would not come out of low gear and I had to have it towed to the dealership. A week later they looked at it and it was not showing any codes, so they cannot fix anything. 3 days after I pick up car it does it again. Possible TCM is what technicians think but because no codes show up they won't fix anything. When this happens at a stop light and you start to move forward and it freezes up it is very unsafe.

NHTSA ID 11626903 · filed Nov 22, 2024
All 34 reports naming powertrain (other)

Driver assistance

Reports naming forward-collision avoidance, lane keeping, back-over prevention, cruise control and related electronic driver-assistance systems.

33
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

While driving , the car just shuts off and the steering wheel and breaks lock. No matter how fast you’re going. Took to the mechanic and he said it was the WIN system.

NHTSA ID 11647531 · filed Mar 11, 2025

While driving down the road, my vehicle will completely shut off and shut down. Sometimes, emphasis on the sometimes, I can push my key into the ignition a bit more and it will start back up. I lose all function and control of my vehicle. My dash lights and exterior lights completely shut off. I can't steer my car and it comes to a complete stop within seconds because everything locks up. I have had this happen more times than I can even count. It has happened in the middle of me turning at an intersection and has almost caused a collision. I took it in for a diagnosis and was told that there was nothing wrong with my vehicle and they didn't know why it was doing that. There is absolutely no warning for when this will happen. The speed that it happens at varies as there is no rhyme or reason. It happened when my care had 95,000 miles and still to this day. It happens AT LEAST 4 times a week. I have read forums where other people with the same vehicle have had this happen to also.

NHTSA ID 11518223 · filed Apr 21, 2023
All 33 reports naming driver assistance

Steering

Reports naming the steering system — racks, columns, power-steering assist and steering linkage.

24
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

While driving , the car just shuts off and the steering wheel and breaks lock. No matter how fast you’re going. Took to the mechanic and he said it was the WIN system.

NHTSA ID 11647531 · filed Mar 11, 2025

While driving down the road, my vehicle will completely shut off and shut down. Sometimes, emphasis on the sometimes, I can push my key into the ignition a bit more and it will start back up. I lose all function and control of my vehicle. My dash lights and exterior lights completely shut off. I can't steer my car and it comes to a complete stop within seconds because everything locks up. I have had this happen more times than I can even count. It has happened in the middle of me turning at an intersection and has almost caused a collision. I took it in for a diagnosis and was told that there was nothing wrong with my vehicle and they didn't know why it was doing that. There is absolutely no warning for when this will happen. The speed that it happens at varies as there is no rhyme or reason. It happened when my care had 95,000 miles and still to this day. It happens AT LEAST 4 times a week. I have read forums where other people with the same vehicle have had this happen to also.

NHTSA ID 11518223 · filed Apr 21, 2023
All 24 reports naming steering

Exterior lighting

Reports naming headlights, tail lights, turn signals and other exterior lighting.

18
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The passenger side headlight lamp is not working due to something in the harness. I have owned 2 dodge durango suv's and both had problems with the passenger side headlamp. No power to the light the first one would come on if you wiggled the headlight harness. The one I have now has been checked and there is no power to the bulb. When I'm out driving around town I notice I am not the only dodge durango without a headlight I have seen so many with the same issue. I have seen other chrysler's and dodge vehicles diffrent make and models with a headlight blown out. I think they need to fix this its a harness problem not just a bulb replacement issue. I should not have to try and replace a wiring harness due to the defects I can clearly see with other vehicles having the same issues. This started about a year after I bought the vehicle. Bought brand new bulbs 2 times thinking it was just a bulb well its the harness. All fuses have been checked with a multimeter as well as the bulb outlet.

NHTSA ID 11700348 · filed Nov 19, 2025

Vehicle. cuts off when running, check engine light came on. Had vehicle checked and replaced 02 sensors and filter. After replacing it ran worse than it did before replacing them.Check engine light will not go off.

NHTSA ID 11570018 · filed Feb 5, 2024
All 18 reports naming exterior lighting

Seat belts

Reports naming seat belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.

13
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while pulling the vehicle out of a parking lot, the front driver’s headrest deployed without an accident or impact. There were no injuries sustained. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

NHTSA ID 11594874 · filed Jun 17, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 55–60 MPH, there was an abnormal exploding sound detected. The contact pulled over and noticed that the driver's side headrest air bag had exploded without warning or impact. The contact sustained a headache, but medical attention was not provided. The contact called the local dealer, who stated that repairs were not covered under warranty. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case and informed the contact that the repairs would be at her own expense. The failure mileage was approximately 171,088.

NHTSA ID 11559712 · filed Dec 12, 2023
All 13 reports naming seat belts

Visibility

Reports naming windshields, glass, wipers, defrosters and mirrors.

10
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

ESTABA PARADO CON EL MOTOR ENCENDIDO Y EL ALTERNADOR EMPEZ A ARDERSE Y PROBOCO PROBLEMAS ELECTRICOS

NHTSA ID 11163146 · filed Dec 22, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER ENTERED THE VEHICLE ASSOCIATED WITH THE SUN ROOF AND FRONT WINDSHIELD. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO PREVENT THE FAILURE AFTER REPLACING A SEAL. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED TO A GLASS REPAIR SHOP WHO REPLACED THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 57,000.

NHTSA ID 10984649 · filed May 10, 2017
All 10 reports naming visibility

Body & structure

Reports naming the vehicle structure, frame, body panels, doors, hood and trim.

9
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The contact owned a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in the driveway parked unattended, it caught fire without warning. The contact's husband noticed the vehicle was on fire while approaching the resident. The fire department was on the scene and stated it was due to an electrical fire in the vanity mirror. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment or a police report filed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The insurance company deemed the vehicle a total loss. The failure mileage was approximately 123.000.

NHTSA ID 11483022 · filed Sep 6, 2022

2013 DODGE DURANGO WAS SHOWING RUST BUBBLES ON PASSENGER DOOR. VEHICLE WAS IN THE BODY SHOP FOR ACCIDENT REPAIR AND WE ASKED FOR RUST SPOTS TO BE REVIEWED. AUTOBODY MANAGER CONFIRMED THAT RUST IS CORRODING THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND WATER IS ENTERING THROUGH A DEFECT IN THE DOOR HANDLE. THERE IS A CLEAR WATER MARK LINE VISIBLE FROM THE INSIDE DOOR SKIN SHOWING FROM THE DOOR HANDLE TO THE HEAVILY RUSTED AREA. THERE IS DEFECT IN THE HANDLE THAT NEEDS TO CORRECTED. OUR CAR HAS BEEN BEEN GARAGED AND VERY WELL MAINTAINED.

NHTSA ID 11241428 · filed Aug 3, 2019
All 9 reports naming body & structure

Other / unspecified

Reports whose component NHTSA recorded as unknown, or that do not map to one of the categories above.

8
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

2013 DODGE DURANGO. I WAS LEAVING WORK, GOT IN CAR, PUT ON SEAT BELT AND HEAD REST DEPLOYED. I CAN SEE THAT THE BRACKETS HOLDING THE PIN IN PLACE BROKE CAUSING IT TO DEPLOY.*DT*JB

NHTSA ID 11326044 · filed May 26, 2020

TO WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN: THE AXLE SHAFT NUT IS NOTORIOUS FOR RUSTING BADLY ON THESE VEHICLES. WATER GETS TRAPPED BEHIND THE CENTER CAP ON THE WHEEL AND MOISTURE CAUSES THE SHAFT ENDS AND NUTS TO CORRODE AT AN ACCELERATED RATE. MINE ARE ALMOST COMPLETELY UNRECOGNIZABLE AS NUTS AT THIS POINT, AND SHOULD I HAVE TO REMOVE THE NUTS TO SERVICE ANYTHING (EMERGENCY BRAKE COMPONENTS FOR EXAMPLE) I WILL END UP HAVING TO YANK OUT AND COMPLETELY REPLACE MY CV SHAFTS. THIS IS A WELL DOCUMENTED DESIGN FLAW THAT MAY ALSO BE THE RESULT OF INFERIOR METALS USED TO MANUFACTURE THE AXLE SHAFTS (FCA WILL NEVER ADMIT THAT). IF MY AXLES WERE TO FAIL AT A HIGH SPEED OF RATE, DUE TO INFERIOR METALS USED BY THE FCA, I WOULD THINK THAT WOULD BE A DESIGN ISSUE THAT SHOULD BE COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER. GOOGLE "DURANGO AXLE SHAFT NUT RUST" OR "WK2 AXLE SHAFT NUT RUST" AND SEE FOR YOURSELF. THE PHOTOS ARE HORRIFYING. I FIND THIS TO BE VERY DISTURBING, AND LIFE THREATENING. THIS PROBLEM WAS FIXED STARTING WITH 2014 VEHICLES, AND MINE IS A 2013. I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM RESOLVED, AS IT WOULD BE MUCH EASIER FOR YOU ALL TO FIX THIS RATHER THAN FIX A LAWSUIT IF I HAVE A VEHICLE FAILURE. REGARDS, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

NHTSA ID 11114765 · filed Jul 31, 2018
All 8 reports naming other / unspecified

Suspension

Reports naming suspension components — springs, struts, shocks, control arms and related hardware.

5
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

Vehicle. cuts off when running, check engine light came on. Had vehicle checked and replaced 02 sensors and filter. After replacing it ran worse than it did before replacing them.Check engine light will not go off.

NHTSA ID 11570018 · filed Feb 5, 2024

WE PURCHASED OUR VEHICLE ON 5/31/13. LESS THAN THREE MONTHS LATER, THE FIRST SET OF REAR SHOCKS WERE ORDERED FOR REPLACEMENT. WE HAVE NOW OWNED THE VEHICLE JUST OVER 2 YEARS AND WILL BE HAVING THE SHOCKS REPLACED FOR THE FOURTH TIME. NOBODY AT THE DEALERSHIP HAS EVER EXPLAINED WHY WE HAVE SUCH ISSUES, AND WHEN I CALLED THIS MOST RECENT TIME, THE SERVICE DEPT SAID "MAYBE WE AREN'T USING THE RIGHT ONES". WE ARE REACHING THE END OF OUR WARRANTY PERIOD AND DON'T WANT TO BEGIN HAVING TO REPLACE PARTS, THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN REPLACED AN AVERAGE OF EVERY 6 MONTHS, AT OUR OWN EXPENSE. SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, WE GOT THE RECALL NOTICE ABOUT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY, AND WE HAVE YET TO GET THE WORK DONE BECAUSE THERE ARE NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO DO THE WORK. WE'VE EXPERIENCED COUNTLESS TIMES OF "SLUGGISH" PERFORMANCE WHEN DRIVING AT 30 OR LESS MPH, WHICH WE ASSUME IS RELATED TO THIS RECALL. OF COURSE, WE'VE ALREADY HAD THE BRAKE BOOSTER SHIELD RECALL WORK PERFORMED, BUT WE NEVER DREAMED THERE WOULD BE TWO RECALLS IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS, NOT TO MENTION ALL THE PROBLEMS WITH THE SHOCKS. WITH ALL OF THESE PROBLEMS, WE FEEL OUR SAFETY, AND THAT OF OTHER PASSENGERS, IS AT RISK AND HAVE BECOME MORE AND MORE CONCERNED AS WE PUT MORE MILES ON THE CAR.

NHTSA ID 10748612 · filed Aug 13, 2015

Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.

Tires & wheels

Reports naming tires, wheels, hubs, or the tire-pressure monitoring system.

2
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V154000 (SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC), 14V391000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), AND 14V115000 (EQUIPMENT AND TIRES) AND STATED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED WERE NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. THE DEALER DID NOT PROVIDE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND COULD NOT PROVIDE AN ESTIMATED DATE FOR WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD RECEIVE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. UPDATED 7/1/15*CN

NHTSA ID 10713204 · filed Apr 27, 2015

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V154000 (SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC), 14V391000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 14V115000, AND 14V115000 (EQUIPMENT, TIRES).THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.

NHTSA ID 10705683 · filed Apr 14, 2015

Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers.

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