2022 Dodge Durango

Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues

Exterior lighting is the leading concern among 57 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 20th highest complaint count among 25 Durango model years with reports.

Complaints by model year
  1. 57

Of the 2022 reports, 2 involved a crash and 1 involved a fire. 1 person was injured.

Primary concernExterior lighting25 reports · 44% of complaints
Owner complaints57Filed with NHTSA
Recall relationship7 safety recallsNHTSA campaign records

What owners report most often

  1. Exterior lighting25
  2. Electrical system11
  3. Engine10
  4. Power train9
  5. Fuel/propulsion system8
  6. Other or unspecified5
  7. Back over prevention4
  8. Service brakes4

Recalls and investigations

  1. Structure, body, hatchback/liftgateAug 13, 2026

    Chrysler (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.

    A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the spoiler and align the liftgate as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 10, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.

    Campaign 26V528000 on NHTSA.gov

  2. Back over prevention, sensing system, cameraJun 13, 2024

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.

    Campaign 24V436000 on NHTSA.gov

  3. Electronic stability control (ESC), control moduleJun 6, 2024

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Durango and Ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the ABS control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

    Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

    Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 55B.

    Campaign 24V415000 on NHTSA.gov

  4. Structure, body, hatchback/liftgateFeb 23, 2023

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.

    A damaged rear spoiler can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 20A. This recall is an expansion of recall number 21V-842.

    Campaign 23V115000 on NHTSA.gov

  5. Power train, manual transmission, column shift assemblyNov 23, 2022

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Charger and Durango vehicles. The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position.

    An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB3.

    Campaign 22V866000 on NHTSA.gov

  6. Steering, rack and pinionMar 14, 2022

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack, and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.

    Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.

    Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-852-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z18.

    Campaign 22V154000 on NHTSA.gov

  7. Service brakes, hydraulic, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, control unit/moduleMar 10, 2022

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

    An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.

    Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.

    Campaign 22V140000 on NHTSA.gov

Representative owner complaints: fuel/propulsion system

8 reports, newest first. Show all

  1. Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 19, 2025

    Vehicle engine shut off while driving approximately 50mph. No prior issues or warning lamps. The failure happened without any warning. I had over half a tank of fuel at the time of the stall. Loss of engine propulsion is extremely dangerous as I was in rush hour traffic on a major highway in Houston, TX. Luckily the stall occurred at an exit and I was able to safely get to a area to pull over. Dash read out said I needed to be in park to start the engine. Engine started without issue and I finished my drive home.

  2. Exterior lighting, Fuel/propulsion system, Jul 20, 2025

    My Durango has been in and out the shop since May. It was the fuel pump and everything connected to it which is a pain in the rear. Also the design of the taillight should be assessed as well. It’s very pricy to fix when it gets the water and dark spots in it . All of us aren’t blessed with a house with a garage.

  3. Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Apr 14, 2025

    Car having trouble starting, turns over with a long crank then doesn’t start. Cranks on the second time

  4. Fuel/propulsion system, Mar 26, 2025

    Fuel System- Had the Durango 1 month spent 50k. At least 50% of the vehicle attempted starts fail. The second attempt the vehicle starts every time. Started researching this, this is very common on the newer Durango's as well as the older ones. I have a huge fear of being stranded and the cost associated with that. I had it looked at the dealer I bought it from and they could not replicate the problem, however when I got into leave it did it the first try. Here's a forum link with supportive material that should support this NEEDS to be a recall. There's tons of online discussions on people experiencing this. See Below [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

  5. Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Jan 4, 2025

    Vehicle has a long crank time. Vehicle will not start after approximately 10 seconds. The vehicle will start on the second try. There is a strong smell of fuel after that. I have taken the vehicle in multiple times with the dealership saying nothing is wrong or they can’t duplicate the problem. I have showed the dealership videos of it happening and feel that they are not taking it seriously. The problem is getting worse and I fear that one day either I will be stranded or the vehicle will shut off while I’m am driving it.

  6. Fuel/propulsion system, Dec 31, 2024

    Fuel pump failure. Engine has a slow start and shuts off.

  7. Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Apr 24, 2024

    When adding fuel it stops all the time it’s almost impossible to fill the tank, Also lagging in the engine when taking off .

  8. Electrical system, Fuel/propulsion system, Feb 1, 2024

    We have been to the dealership multiple times about the electrical issues that we are having with the vehicle. The dealership has not been able to correct the issue so we are pursuing the lemon law. We received an offer from Dodge to buy this vehicle back but they are not being reasonable with the amount they are willing to give. We would not be going through this if it wasn’t for the electrical issues that we are having therefore we do not feel like we should be penalized for something that we cannot control. We are scared that the vehicle will catch fire due to all of the electrical issues that we have with this vehicle.