2017 Dodge Durango vs 2018 Dodge Durango
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Dodge Durango | 2018 Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 211 | 231 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 282 | 371 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 35,473 mi | 25,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 62 | 87 |
| Exterior Lighting | 80 | 56 |
| Engine | 28 | 26 |
| Power Train | 23 | 13 |
| Seats | 10 | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 21 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 16 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 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.