2019 Dodge Durango: reliability, problems and cost to own
Good choiceAbout average
It scores 58 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $17,616 to own, including $3,533 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$1,626
Transmission & drivetrain$851
Electrical system$313
Body, glass & interior$245
Driver-assist & stability$137
Brakes$125
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/ModuleNov 7, 2024 · campaign 24V838000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/ModuleJun 9, 2022 · campaign 22V426000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › CameraSep 10, 2020 · campaign 20V191000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. The front differential may have been assembled with pinion gears that are insufficiently hardened, which can lead to the gear teeth wearing down. If both pinion gears have their teeth sufficiently worn off, torque power can not be transferred from the front wheels to the driveline, resulting in loss o
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Not especially. It scores 58 out of 100, about average for midsize SUVs; the 2016, 2020 and 2024 scored better.
Is the 2019 Dodge Durango reliable?
It scores 58 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is about average. Based on 146 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $3,533 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2019 Dodge Durango cost to own?
About $17,616 over 5 years: $4,369 in lost value, $3,533 in repairs and $9,714 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $18,463 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 2019 Dodge Durango have?