2014 Dodge Durango vs 2014 Volkswagen Touareg
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 | 2014 Dodge Durango | 2014 Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 781 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 372 | 960 |
| Investigations | 7 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 19–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 64,400 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 259 | 0 |
| Seats | 163 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 149 | 3 |
| Engine | 74 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 72 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 54 | 1 |
| Power Train | 42 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 29 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 17 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 15 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 14 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
2014 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.