The most-reported Durango run is 1B4HS28Y1XF (1999 builds) with 67 complaints, 14× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 23% of reports; 2014 is the worst model year at 5.5 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 77 recall campaigns for Durango model years 1997–2023.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Dodge Durango has 2,416 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 3% of every Durango complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B4HS28Y1XF•••••• | 1999 | — | 2 | |
| 1B4HS28Y9XF•••••• | 1999 | 6 | 2 | |
| 1B4HS28Y9WF•••••• | 1998 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1B4HS28Y7XF•••••• | 1999 | 3 | — | |
| 1B4HS28Y5XF•••••• | 1999 | 2 | 1 | |
| 1B4HS28Z3XF•••••• | 1999 | 3 | — | |
| 1B4HS28Y5WF•••••• | 1998 | 6 | — | |
| 1B4HS28Y8XF•••••• | 1999 | 6 | 1 | |
| 1B4HS28Y0XF•••••• | 1999 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1B4HS28Z9XF•••••• | 1999 | 5 | — | |
| 1B4HS28YXXF•••••• | 1999 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1B4HS28Y3XF•••••• | 1999 | 2 | — |
Each of the other 2,404 Durango runs has 53 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 396 Durango VINs so far, most often 2026, 2024, 2023 builds; 1 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Dodge Durango the gap between build years is 5×: a 2014 car draws 5.5 complaints per run, a 2009 one 1.1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 9 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 8 | 7 | — | |
| 2024 | 13 | 10 | — | |
| 2023 | 38 | 29 | 2 | |
| 2022 | 59 | 40 | 2 | |
| 2021 | 197 | 72 | 10 | |
| 2020 | 55 | 39 | — | |
| 2019 | 142 | 59 | 5 | |
| 2018 | 228 | 83 | 8 | |
| 2017 | 207 | 76 | 8 | |
| 2016 | 151 | 69 | 22 | |
| 2015 | 480 | 107 | 26 | |
| 2014 | 737 | 134 | 19 | |
| 2013 | 607 | 123 | 16 | |
| 2012 | 604 | 132 | 15 | |
| 2011 | 730 | 141 | 13 | |
| 2009 | 14 | 13 | 1 | |
| 2008 | 85 | 66 | 2 | |
| 2007 | 230 | 116 | 12 | |
| 2006 | 725 | 168 | 14 |
Heaviest year here is 2014 at 5.5 complaints per run; lightest is 2009 at 1.1. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 23% of everything Dodge Durango owners report: Electrical System, 2,443 of 11,502 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 40 | 228 | |
| Suspension | 59 | 7 | |
| Engine | 16 | 43 | |
| Power Train | 88 | 14 | |
| Fuel System | 3 | 1 | |
| Gasoline | 2 | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 10 | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 | 27 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 77 recall campaigns on the Dodge Durango; the 6 below cover build years 1997 to 2018. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 06E024000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 1997–2003 |
| 16V352000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2004–2009 |
| 18V332000 | Electrical System:wiring | 2014–2018 |
| 15V313000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2004–2008 |
| 08E064000 | Suspension:front:hub | 1999–2003 |
| 14V634000 | Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator | 2011–2014 |
The Durango against its rivals
The Durango draws 4.8 complaints per production run; the Toyota Highlander 2.9, the Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.3 and the Ford Explorer 5.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Durango | 11,502 | 2,416 | 4.9% | |
| Toyota Highlander | 5,259 | 1,799 | 8.3% | |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 25,476 | 4,762 | 6.8% | |
| Ford Explorer | 29,326 | 5,830 | 5% |
How serious were they
Of the 11,502 reports on the Dodge Durango, 4.9% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Dodge Durango | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 11,502 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 559 (4.9%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 321 (2.8%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 538 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 13 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Dodge Durango share of that is 11,502 complaints over 2,416 runs, 1% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Dodge Durango VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 11,502 NHTSA complaints from 2,416 Durango runs and 77 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Durango production run has the most complaints?
1B4HS28Y1XF, a 1999 build, with 67 complaints. The typical Durango run has 4.8.
Which Durango years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2014 is heaviest at 5.5 complaints per run and 2009 lightest at 1.1.
Does the Durango get more complaints than the Toyota Highlander?
Yes: 4.8 complaints per production run for the Durango against 2.9 for the Toyota Highlander.
How many Durango complaints involve a crash?
4.9% of 11,502 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 321 involved a fire.
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