2023 Dodge Durango: common problems and reliability
· 3rd generationOne of the best Durango years.
48 owner complaints, most about exterior lighting. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Durango?The 2023 Dodge Durango has 48 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting and electrical system. Owners most often flag pentastar v6 "tick" developing over 100,000 miles, attributed to rocker arm and camshaft wear.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Dodge Durango vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Durango years only. How we score it
Is 2023 a good year for the Durango?
Across the 27 Durango model years we track, complaint volume runs from 48 (2023) to 2,043 (1999). With 48 complaints, the 2023 Durango sits below the model's median of 436.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2023 Durango
power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Campaign 23V640000Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles equipped with an instrument panel mounted shifter. The shifter may experience an interference with the shifter boot and come out of gear while driving, which can result in a sudden loss of drive power.
structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Campaign 26V528000Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, possibly resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
What owners report on the 3rd generation Durango
Owner sentiment for the third-generation Durango is genuinely split, and the split runs along powertrain and model-year lines rather than being uniform.
- RecurrentPentastar V6 "tick" developing over 100,000 miles, attributed to rocker arm and camshaft wear
- RecurrentPlastic oil cooler failure on the V6
Leaking oil or coolant into the valley and risking engine damage.
- RecurrentRadiator failure requiring replacement
- RecurrentElectrical and computer faults
Including Uconnect head unit failures, PCM replacement, and unexplained electrical issues on low-mileage vehicles.
- RecurrentPower lift gate motor or hydraulic lift gate strut failure
Owner insights for the 3rd generation Durango. Read the full 3rd generation owner report.
Typical used price
Used Durango listings typically run $17,400–$32,197.
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