2016 Dodge Durango vs 2018 Dodge Durango
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Dodge Durango | 2018 Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 161 | 232 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 302 | 371 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,050 mi | 25,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 40 | 87 |
| Exterior Lighting | 53 | 56 |
| Power Train | 30 | 13 |
| Engine | 16 | 27 |
| Seats | 5 | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 21 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 16 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 5 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2016 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.