2016 Dodge Durango electrical system problems
40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2016 Dodge Durango — 25% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“We had an issue with an error message in the middle of driving that stopped the acceleration of the vehicle, this seems to be common, looking at forums online. The inspection request is acceptable. The message we receive is "Shift to P before changing gears". The vehicle will stop in the middle of…”
filed Nov 5, 2025
“The Rear License Plate Light bulb (right) was out and I went to have the bulb replaced. I was quoted over $1100 from the dealer, as the LED racetrack lighting was not properly sealed and is collecting water. The collection of water within the light compartment has caused corrosion within, and the…”
filed Jul 30, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise…Campaign 18V332000 · May 17, 2018
Related service bulletins
Power Liftgate Inoperative Or Intermittently Will Not Open Or Close.
S2223000022 REV.E · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 2026
Electrical System problems in other Durango years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Durango | 7 | 23% |
| 2022 Durango | 11 | 20% |
| 2021 Durango | 40 | 20% |
| 2020 Durango | 9 | 16% |
| 2019 Durango | 38 | 27% |
| 2018 Durango | 87 | 38% |
| 2017 Durango | 62 | 29% |
| 2015 Durango | 95 | 19% |
| 2014 Durango | 149 | 19% |
| 2013 Durango | 290 | 45% |
| 2012 Durango | 347 | 54% |
| 2011 Durango | 514 | 64% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Dodge Durango
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.