2018 Dodge Durango: recalls and problems
5 recalls and 232 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electrical system.
Most common problems
What owners report
Defect causes premature wear and deterioration of camshafts and lifters, causing engine failure.
I was driving down a 45 mph roadway and my sunroof glass exploded. nothing hit it and there were no bumps in the road when it exploded
I purchased a 2018 dodge durango. shortly after purchasing the vehicle, moisture was present inside the rear liftgate/racetrack lamp assembly and portions of the rear lighting did not operate. the selling dealership inspected and repaired the vehicle. its repair invoice states that the left rear tail/running/parking lamp was inoperative because of an open wire between the body control module and the left rear lamp,
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.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Dodge Durango SUV 2WD | ||||
| 2018 Dodge Durango SUV 4WD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering DURANGO, DURANGO SRT. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.