Dodge Durango 2016 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Dodge Durango 2016 and 161 complaints filed by owners. It has 43% more complaints than the average Dodge Durango from 2016–2025 (113 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Dodge Durango 2016

Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · 2018-05-17

What happens

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 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

Consequence

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 18V332000

Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 16V814000 · 2016-11-10

What happens

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly for damage to the fuel rail crossover tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S85.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 16V814000

Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 16V168000 · 2016-03-23

What happens

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.

Consequence

A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 16V168000

Complaints from other owners

161 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

23 with a crash · 1 with a fire · 13 injuries

Most reported problems on the Dodge Durango 2016

• Exterior lighting: 53 (33% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 40 (25% of complaints)
• Powertrain and transmission: 30 (19% of complaints)
• Engine: 16 (10% of complaints)
• Throttle and cruise control: 9 (6% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Dodge Durango 2016

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Test headlights, brake lights, turn signals and hazards.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Dodge Durango recalls by year

• 2016 : 3 recalls · 161 complaints
• 2017 : 2 recalls · 212 complaints
• 2018 : 5 recalls · 233 complaints
• 2019 : 4 recalls · 143 complaints
• 2020 : 2 recalls · 55 complaints
• 2021 : 8 recalls · 203 complaints
• 2022 : 7 recalls · 59 complaints
• 2023 : 2 recalls · 38 complaints
• 2024 : 0 recalls · 14 complaints
• 2025 : 0 recalls · 8 complaints

Guides for this check

• What is a car recall and how to get it fixed for free
• Pre-purchase inspection for a used car: what to check
• Questions to ask the seller of a used car

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Dodge Durango 2016 have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Dodge Durango 2016. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Dodge Durango 2016?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: exterior lighting (53 of 161 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.