2016 Dodge Durango vs 2017 Dodge Durango
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 | 2017 Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 159 | 210 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 302 | 282 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 17–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 41,050 mi | 35,473 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 53 | 80 |
| Electrical System | 40 | 62 |
| Power Train | 30 | 23 |
| Engine | 16 | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 15 |
| Structure | 6 | 10 |
| Steering | 3 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
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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.