2016 Dodge Durango exterior lighting problems
53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the exterior lighting on the 2016 Dodge Durango — 33% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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
“Rear racetrack led lighting is failing. One segment has gone dark. You can only replace the entire assembly for over &1500. I found on line there is a class action lawsuit regarding exactly what I am seeing”
filed Feb 10, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Exterior Lighting problems in other Durango years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Durango | 9 | 33% |
| 2022 Durango | 23 | 43% |
| 2021 Durango | 80 | 43% |
| 2020 Durango | 21 | 39% |
| 2019 Durango | 45 | 32% |
| 2018 Durango | 55 | 24% |
| 2017 Durango | 80 | 38% |
| 2015 Durango | 196 | 39% |
| 2014 Durango | 259 | 33% |
| 2013 Durango | 18 | 3% |
| 2012 Durango | 19 | 3% |
| 2011 Durango | 18 | 2% |
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.