2016 Dodge Durango vs 2016 GMC Acadia
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 | 2016 Dodge Durango | 2016 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 159 | 234 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 302 | 1,175 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 17–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 41,050 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 | 130 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 25 |
| Exterior Lighting | 53 | 3 |
| Power Train | 30 | 20 |
| Steering | 3 | 26 |
| Engine | 16 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 6 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
2016 Dodge Durango
2016 GMC Acadia
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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.