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2023 Dodge Durango

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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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.
33
+1 complaint in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Aug 13, 2026
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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2 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 33 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Dodge Durango, most frequently naming the exterior lighting, powertrain (other) and electrical categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 244 manufacturer communications are on file.

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

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

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

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
26V528000

STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

Aug 13, 2026
74,578 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The risk: A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 61DView on NHTSA.gov
23V640000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

Sep 18, 2023
125 units potentially affected
The defect: 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.
The risk: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)Manufacturer number 94AView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

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Exterior lighting
Filed Nov 4, 2026

LED daylight running lights driver side

NHTSA ID
11775805
Incident
Nov 4, 2026
Exterior lighting
Filed Oct 5, 2026

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 premature failure on a relatively new vehicle also raises concern that this may be an electrical, lighting assembly, or component defect that could affect other 2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. I am requesting that NHTSA document and evaluate this issue for potential trends involving premature daytime running light failure on the 2023 Dodge Durango.

NHTSA ID
11769062
Incident
Oct 5, 2026
Exterior lighting
Filed Sep 27, 2026

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 blinker but cost almost $2000 to replace and I cannot do that. When so many people have the exact same issue, there should absolutely be a recall on the headlight assembly and it should be fixed. You can’t replace just the running light or blinker, you have to replace the entire headlight assembly.

NHTSA ID
11767256
Incident
Jul 19, 2026
Exterior lighting
Filed Sep 6, 2026

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 ID
11762445
Incident
Sep 1, 2026
ElectricalPowertrain (other)
Filed Sep 1, 2026

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 ID
11761262
Incident
Aug 30, 2026
Exterior lighting
Filed Aug 24, 2026

Water gets in the back racetrack light on the back lift gate.

NHTSA ID
11759167
Incident
Aug 7, 2024
AirbagsEnginePowertrain (other)
Filed Jul 9, 2026

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 failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

NHTSA ID
11749259
Incident
Oct 28, 2025
Mileage
55,000 mi
Fuel system
Filed Jun 30, 2026

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 ID
11747340
Incident
Nov 1, 2025
Mileage
40,000 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

113287

STRUCTURE:BODY

LAMP – TAIL

113288

STRUCTURE:BODY

LAMP – TAIL

115346

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

D-26-19 (XE2) Liftgate Tail Lamp Assembly - Select 2018 - 2024 Dodge Durango (WD)

115349

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ID-26-39 (XE2) Liftgate Tail Lamp Assembly - Select 2018 - 2024 Dodge Durango (WD)

23-051-26

STRUCTURE:BODY

Liftgate Tail Lamp Assembly Not Illuminating Or Partially Illuminating XE2 Warranty Extension Customers may comment on the following: SYMPTOM: ● The center liftgate "racetrack" tail lamp assembly LED does not Illuminate, or partially illuminates Fig. 1. This bulletin involves replacing the inner tail lamp assembly.

S2621000004

POWER TRAIN

The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward Transmission Engagement. The Tech May Find Damaged and/or Worn Transmission Output Shaft Splines (850RE Transmission Only)

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Dodge Durango by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027000—
2026151048.0
2025800—
2024140038.1
2023Viewing332059.5
2022627059.8
20212088061.5
2020562163.2
20191464160.7
20182345260.2
20172152261.1
20161613262.3
20155054464.5
201478711765.4
201364011565.0
201264010562.7
20118008564.2
2010000—
2009124156.2
2008972150.2
20071914459.3
200685210761.2
20051,56791060.0
20041,1159965.9
20033396564.1
20024236564.0
20016657564.9
20001,0754464.0
19991,9675359.3
19989656359.7
1997422—

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. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.