2026 Dodge Durango: common problems and reliability
· 3rd generationToo new to grade yet.
13 owner complaints, most about electrical system. No recalls.
Should I buy a 2026 Durango?The 2026 Dodge Durango has 13 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and visibility/wiper. Owners most often flag pentastar v6 "tick" developing over 100,000 miles, attributed to rocker arm and camshaft wear.
Safety record for the 2026 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2026 Dodge Durango vehicles (US, public record).
Too new to grade: we score a model year once it has been on the road for 3 years. How we score it
Is 2026 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 13 complaints, the 2026 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
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.
Other Durango model years
Compare every Durango year side by side to see how 2026 ranks against the rest.
Compare the Durango against its rivals
Looking at a specific car?
We're building a full check by VIN: the exact trim and engine, its known problems and recalls, what to inspect, a fair price, and how it compares with its rivals. Get an email when it's ready.
One email when it launches. Unsubscribe any time. Privacy