2017 Dodge Durango: reliability, problems and cost to own
Good choiceAbout average
It scores 59 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $17,092 to own, including $3,681 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Dodge Durango.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Where repair money is likely to go
Engine & cooling$1,558
Transmission & drivetrain$991
Electrical system$351
Body, glass & interior$303
Driver-assist & stability$162
Steering$85
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Electrical System › WiringMay 17, 2018 · campaign 18V332000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jee
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Not especially. It scores 59 out of 100, about average for midsize SUVs; the 2016, 2020 and 2024 scored better.
Is the 2017 Dodge Durango reliable?
It scores 59 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is about average. Based on 215 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $3,681 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2017 Dodge Durango cost to own?
About $17,092 over 5 years: $3,697 in lost value, $3,681 in repairs and $9,714 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $15,623 today.
What are the best years of the Dodge Durango?
Of the years we rate, the 2020 scores best (80/100) and the 2021 worst (42/100).
How many recalls does the 2017 Dodge Durango have?