2020 Dodge Durango: recalls and problems
2 recalls and 75 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is exterior lighting.
Most common problems
What owners report
Purchased in xxx from tri star motors in [xxx] with approximately 18,000 miles on it. in xxx, i noticed some flickering on the passenger side racetrack light and water entrapment after a somewhat heavy snowfall. after some research, i removed the drain bolt and drained the water out. i left the drain bolt off so that water would not get trapped in it again. i have kept an eye on it to make sure the condensation drie
backup camera ---- no safety issue ---- no inspections performed ---- no warnings
My entire lighting system in back of truck stopped working. the racetrack lighting system. the license plate lights done. i cannot drive the car at night because i will get pulled over. dodge saying it is not covered under the extended warranty i purchased.
The automatic transmission failed while driving, causing a loss of propulsion and leaving the vehicle stranded. this created a safety hazard because the vehicle could no longer accelerate or move out of traffic. this is the fourth chrysler/dodge vehicle i have owned that has experienced a substantially similar transmission failure.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Dodge Durango SUV 4WD | ||||
| 2020 Dodge Durango SUV RWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering DURANGO, DURANGO SRT. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.