2018 Dodge Durango vs 2018 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 | 2018 Dodge Durango | 2018 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 229 | 389 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 367 | 1,068 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 20–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 25,000 mi | 32,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 86 | 108 |
| Power Train | 13 | 162 |
| Engine | 26 | 32 |
| Exterior Lighting | 55 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 21 |
| Steering | 3 | 24 |
| Seats | 21 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 16 | 8 |
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 7 |
| Water leaks | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 5 |
2018 Dodge Durango
2018 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.