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2004 Dodge Durango vs 2004 Hyundai Santa FE

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2004 Dodge Durango2004 Hyundai Santa FE
NHTSA complaints1,114303
Recall campaigns83
Service bulletins (TSBs)8175
Investigations80
Crash reports4532
Fire reports747
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)13–1617–20
Median reported incident mileage96,000 mi76,500 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge DurangoHyundai Santa FE
Engine32616
Engine and Engine Cooling24922
Electrical System24218
Air Bags14343
Power Train9921
Vehicle Speed Control4939
Suspension1869
Structure3512

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling23918
Clunking / rattling576
Check engine light5112
Airbag warning light3417
Vibration / shaking3011
Rust / corrosion2923
Hesitation / surging2222
Won’t start210

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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.