2021 Dodge Durango vs 2021 GMC Yukon XL
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 | 2021 Dodge Durango | 2021 GMC Yukon XL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 187 | 201 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 554 | 1,228 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 16–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 31,911 mi | 66,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | GMC Yukon XL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 117 |
| Exterior Lighting | 80 | 1 |
| Power Train | 10 | 44 |
| Electrical System | 39 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 24 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 21 |
| Structure | 13 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 21 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 23 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 18 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
2021 Dodge Durango
2021 GMC Yukon XL
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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.