2012 Dodge Durango vs 2012 Ford Explorer
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.
| Metric | 2012 Dodge Durango | 2012 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 637 | 822 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 207 | 88 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–19 | 19–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 67,000 mi | 70,050 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 344 | 63 |
| Steering | 41 | 357 |
| Engine | 141 | 79 |
| Structure | 2 | 142 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 89 | 27 |
| Power Train | 37 | 55 |
| Service Brakes | 70 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 28 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 156 | 41 |
| Won’t start | 49 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 38 | 16 |
| Loss of power | 28 | 53 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 22 |
2012 Dodge Durango
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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.