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2001 Dodge Durango vs 2001 Hyundai Santa FE

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2001 Dodge Durango2001 Hyundai Santa FE
NHTSA complaints665209
Recall campaigns54
Service bulletins (TSBs)76135
Investigations53
Crash reports604
Fire reports204
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)13–1418–21
Median reported mileage56,000 mi104,785 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge DurangoHyundai Santa FE
Suspension26576
Power Train10623
Electrical System9135
Engine and Engine Cooling5533
Steering4813
Service Brakes, Hydraulic458
Air Bags433
Vehicle Speed Control1914

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling2823
Vibration / shaking225
Clunking / rattling186
Check engine light166
Overheating130
Airbag warning light120
Electrical failures110
Rust / corrosion1064

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.