111 of the 786 complaints about the Dodge Durango (14.1%) concern Engine, making it the model's third-largest problem area. That share is 0.6× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
111Complaints · Engine
14.1%Share of complaints
0.63×vs. all vehicles
25Last 12 months
2.7%Share involving a crash or fire
1Related recalls
Analysis
25 Engine complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 29 in the 12 months before — down 14%.
3 of these reports (2.7%) describe a crash or fire, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
1 recall campaign relates to this area, most recently campaign 22V284000 (2022-04-28, model year 2021).
I'm having issues with my 2021 Dodge Durango I have a recall on a rear view camera a recall on a rear spoiler a recall on the steering assembly a recall on the ESC light mail function ABS system loose airbags
Engine · 2026-03-03 · ODI 11721618 · Crash
The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked unattended, it caught fire without warning. The contact stated that the fire extended to the house, which also caught fire.
Engine · 2022-02-17 · ODI 11452461 · Fire
The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while pulling up to the residence, there was a gurgling sound coming from the vehicle. While the vehicle was parked and turned off, the gurgling sound got louder.
Engine · 2026-09-23 · ODI 11766455
Defect causes premature wear and deterioration of camshafts and lifters, causing engine failure.
Engine · 2026-09-19 · ODI 11765565
The contact owns a 2026 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, there was heavy white smoke coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately pulled over and allowed the engine to cool down.
Engine · 2026-08-10 · ODI 11755839
Started having problems with the engine losing power and sputtering was told by a repair shop that the engine needs replaced it has been sitting since
Engine · 2026-08-05 · ODI 11755126
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) Campaign 22V284000 · 2022-04-28 · Model years: 2021
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z31.
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