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2004 Dodge Durango vs 2004 Toyota RAV4

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.

Metric2004 Dodge Durango2004 Toyota RAV4
NHTSA complaints1,114154
Recall campaigns82
Service bulletins (TSBs)81135
Investigations80
Crash reports4516
Fire reports744
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)13–1621–23
Median reported mileage96,000 mi80,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge DurangoToyota RAV4
Engine32611
Engine and Engine Cooling24918
Electrical System24210
Air Bags14347
Power Train9923
Vehicle Speed Control4920
Structure354
Steering312

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling2390
Clunking / rattling570
Check engine light5118
Airbag warning light340
Vibration / shaking300
Rust / corrosion290
Hesitation / surging2211
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.