What are the most common problems with the 2014 Dodge Durango?

Owners filed the most complaints about exterior lighting, then seats, then the electrical system.

Has the 2014 Dodge Durango been recalled?

Yes, NHTSA lists 11 recalls for the 2014 model year. See the Recalls section of this page for the full list.

How many complaints does the 2014 Dodge Durango have?

NHTSA has 783 owner complaints on file. They are unverified owner reports.

What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Dodge Durango?

See the fuel economy section of this page for EPA figures.

Is the 2014 Dodge Durango reliable?

The complaints are spread across lighting, seats and electrical parts. See the by-year section to compare it with other years of the same model.

2014 Dodge Durango Problems, Recalls and MPG

NHTSA has 783 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Dodge Durango^[1]. The exterior lighting group is the biggest, with 259 complaints^[2].

783owner complaints^[1]

11recalls^[3]

16–20MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

4★NHTSA overall rating^[5]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Owners filed complaints across several parts of the vehicle, and these are the groups, biggest first.

Exterior Lighting. 259 complaints^[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe water getting into the rear lamps, lights that flicker or burn out in patches, and sharp lamp edges that can cut a hand when the hatch is up.
Seats. 164 complaints^[6]. Owners describe front head restraints that pop forward by themselves while driving, and ventilated seats that blow hot air.
Electrical System. 149 complaints^[7]. Owners describe dash warnings flashing, screens going dark, the vehicle stalling, and failing to start with no error found.
Engine. 76 complaints^[8]. Owners describe hesitation, a loss of power on the road, and a gear that would not change.
Air Bags. 72 complaints^[9].
Unknown Or Other. 67 complaints^[10].
Seat Belts. 54 complaints^[11].
Power Train. 42 complaints^[12].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2014 Durango is necessarily included.

Electrical System › Software (18V332), May 2018. About 4,815,661 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator (17V741), November 2017. About 17,116 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Service Brakes (17V572), September 2017. About 646,394 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator (17V435), July 2017. About 442,214 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire, a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]
Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. (15V461), July 2015. About 1,416,903 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: explosion, a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[17]
Seat Belts (14V643), October 2014. About 126,532 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[18]
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (14V636), October 2014. About 132,792 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[19]
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator (14V634), October 2014. About 435,081 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[20]
Electrical System › Wiring (14V391), July 2014. About 653,562 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[21]
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control (14V293), June 2014. About 6,120 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[22]
Service Brakes (14V154), April 2014. About 646,498 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[23]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Durango AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive^[24]	17 / 24 / 19	$3,550
Durango RWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive^[4]	18 / 25 / 20	$3,350
Durango RWD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Midgrade, Rear-Wheel Drive^[25]	14 / 22 / 17	$4,450
Durango AWD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Midgrade, 4-Wheel Drive^[26]	14 / 22 / 16	$4,750

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
SUV 2WD^[5]	4	4	5	4	19.8%
SUV 4WD^[27]	4	4	5	3	21.2%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2014 Dodge Durango with 3.6L 6-cylinder^[28]	290 hp
2014 Dodge Durango with 5.7L 8-cylinder^[29]	360 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
DURANGO 4DR SUV AWD V6 SXT/LIMITED/CITADEL^[30]	200 in	76 in	71 in	120 in	4,987 lb
DURANGO 4DR SUV AWD V8 R/T/LIMITED/CITADEL^[31]	200 in	76 in	71 in	120 in	5,331 lb

How 2014 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Durango model year. The 2014 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
1998	965	4
1999	1,967	3
2000	1,075	2
2001	665	5
2002	423	4
2003	339	4
2004	1,115	8
2005	1,567	8
2006	852	9
2007	275	4
2008	97	2
2009	17	4
2011	800	8
2012	640	10
2013	640	11
2014	783	11
2015	503	4
2016	161	3
2017	213	2
2018	233	5
2019	144	4
2020	55	2
2021	204	8
2022	59	7
2023	32	2
2024	14	0
2025	8	0
2026	14	0

NHTSA's counts for the Durango show 783 complaints and 11 recalls for 2014^[3]. Among the 29 model years listed, 21 have fewer complaints than 2014 and 7 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 1999 (1,967)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2014 Durango?

The complaint record for this model year is spread over many parts, with lighting, seats and electrical issues leading^[2]^[6]^[7]. These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, and they are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold. Some groups include crashes or injuries, so read the group details before you decide^[6]. A used one deserves a careful look at the rear lamps, the seat head restraints and the dash electronics. Check the recalls section on this page too^[3].

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Dodge Durango?: Owners filed the most complaints about exterior lighting, then seats, then the electrical system^[2]^[6]^[7].
Has the 2014 Dodge Durango been recalled?: Yes, NHTSA lists 11 recalls for the 2014 model year^[3]. See the Recalls section of this page for the full list.
How many complaints does the 2014 Dodge Durango have?: NHTSA has 783 owner complaints on file^[1]. They are unverified owner reports.
What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Dodge Durango?: See the fuel economy section of this page for EPA figures.
Is the 2014 Dodge Durango reliable?: The complaints are spread across lighting, seats and electrical parts^[2]^[6]^[7]. See the by-year section to compare it with other years of the same model.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Dodge Durango

1998 965 complaints, 4 recalls
1999 1,967 complaints, 3 recalls
2000 1,075 complaints, 2 recalls
2002 423 complaints, 4 recalls
2003 339 complaints, 4 recalls
2014 this page
2026 14 complaints, 0 recalls

Compare all model years of the Dodge Durango

Other Dodge models from 2014

2014 Dodge Avenger 205 complaints, 1 recall
2014 Dodge Challenger 149 complaints, 4 recalls
2014 Dodge Charger 346 complaints, 10 recalls
2014 Dodge Journey 416 complaints, 7 recalls

All Dodge models

Similar cars from 2014: suvs

2014 Toyota Land Cruiser 2 complaints, 4 recalls
2014 Buick Enclave 292 complaints, 7 recalls
2014 Cadillac SRX 390 complaints, 2 recalls
2014 Chevrolet Traverse 548 complaints, 7 recalls
2014 Ford Expedition 72 complaints, 0 recalls
2014 Ford Explorer 1,682 complaints, 6 recalls

All suvs we cover

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 783 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Dodge Durango (23 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 60 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
259 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (0 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 60,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Dodge Durango model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Durango RWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 25 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 2WD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.8%. NHTSA vehicle records
164 complaints name the seats component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 32 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,000). NHTSA vehicle records
149 complaints name the electrical system component group (3 crashes, 5 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 65,000). NHTSA vehicle records
76 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 5 fires, 5 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,000). NHTSA vehicle records
72 complaints name the air bags component group (7 crashes, 0 fires, 14 injuries, median mileage at failure 66,500). NHTSA vehicle records
67 complaints name the unknown or other component group (6 crashes, 1 fires, 9 injuries, median mileage at failure 64,500). NHTSA vehicle records
54 complaints name the seat belts component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,400). NHTSA vehicle records
42 complaints name the power train component group (7 crashes, 0 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 32,250). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 18V332, filed May 17, 2018: Electrical System › Software. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V741, filed November 21, 2017: Electrical System › Alternator / Generator / Regulator. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V572, filed September 18, 2017: Service Brakes. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V435, filed July 10, 2017: Electrical System › Alternator / Generator / Regulator. NHTSA recall database
Recall 15V461, filed July 23, 2015: Equipment › Electrical › Radio / Tape Deck / Cd Etc.. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V643, filed October 14, 2014: Seat Belts. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V636, filed October 8, 2014: Electronic Stability Control (Esc). NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V634, filed October 8, 2014: Electrical System › Alternator / Generator / Regulator. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V391, filed July 2, 2014: Electrical System › Wiring. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V293, filed June 4, 2014: Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V154, filed April 1, 2014: Service Brakes. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Durango AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 24 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Durango RWD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Midgrade, Rear-Wheel Drive: 14 city / 22 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Durango AWD, 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Midgrade, 4-Wheel Drive: 14 city / 22 highway / 16 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,750. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4WD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 21.2%. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2014 Dodge Durango with 3.6L 6-cylinder: rated 290 hp. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2014 Dodge Durango with 5.7L 8-cylinder: rated 360 hp. www.epa.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, DURANGO 4DR SUV AWD V6 SXT/LIMITED/CITADEL: length 200 in, width 76 in, height 71 in, wheelbase 120 in, curb weight 4,987 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, DURANGO 4DR SUV AWD V8 R/T/LIMITED/CITADEL: length 200 in, width 76 in, height 71 in, wheelbase 120 in, curb weight 5,331 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2014 Dodge Durango: problems, recalls and fuel economy