107 of the 752 complaints about the Dodge Durango (14.2%) concern Engine, making it the model's third-largest problem area. That share is 0.6× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
107Complaints · Engine
14.2%Share of complaints
0.64×vs. all vehicles
26Last 12 months
2.8%Share involving a crash or fire
1Related recalls
Analysis
By model year, Engine complaints peak with the 2018 model (27, 12% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2024 model (4). 26 Engine complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 26 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
Owners most often describe: “engine”, “coolant”, “hose”, “leaking” and “clamp”. 3 of these reports (2.8%) 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 years 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
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
I tell the dealership mechanics that this car does not turn on and they keep giving me the car back and now the car completely turns off while driving making this extremely dangerous and deadly situation.
Engine · 2026-08-05 · ODI 11754882
Back to back error codes P0300 P0108 P1404 P0172 Rough running engine. Very strong smell of fuel at two different times while driving. Vehicle not responding to gas pedal while driving on highway. Repairs at thousands of dollars.
Engine · 2026-08-04 · ODI 11754642
I brought the car to the dealership on June 24th about the car jolting forward and a this coming from the bottom of the car . The car jolts forward when in drive I have 10k miles now after he dealership put 588 miles on my car .
Engine · 2026-07-11 · ODI 11749685
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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Frequently asked questions
How common are Engine problems on the Dodge Durango?
107 of the 752 complaints about the Dodge Durango (14.2%) concern Engine, making it the model's third-largest problem area. That share is 0.6× the Engine share across all tracked vehicles.
Which Dodge Durango model years have the most Engine complaints?
By model year, Engine complaints peak with the 2018 model (27, 12% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2024 model (4).
Is there a recall for Dodge Durango Engine problems?
1 recall campaign relates to this area, most recently campaign 22V284000 (2022-04-28, model years 2021).