2019 Dodge Durango Problems and Recalls (139 Complaints)

The most-reported problem on the 2019 Dodge Durango is Lights (27% of 139 owner reports). There are 4 safety recalls. Check the VIN and inspect Lights — this is the NHTSA file, not a score.

NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation Snapshot 2026-09-07 139 complaints · 4 recalls

What problems show up on the 2019 Dodge Durango?

37 of 139 filings named Lights (27% of the file). That is what owners wrote, not a shop diagnosis of the vehicle in the driveway.

Second is Engine (16 reports).

There are 4 official safety recalls on this year. They were filed about Transmission / driveline, Rear camera / backup safety, and Brakes. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov — a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific truck.

The 2018 has 227 reports on file; this year has 139. A smaller lifetime total is not a clean bill of health. If you need a fairer comparison, use the equal-time view.

What to check before you buy a 2019 Dodge Durango

A useful visit to this page takes five minutes. YearTell does not score years and cannot see the vehicle in front of you.

Look up the VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov. This year has 4 campaigns on file below.
Lights. Walk around the vehicle: headlights, brake lights and turn signals all working.
Engine. Have a shop check for oil consumption, coolant leaks, rough idle and unusual engine noise.
Brakes. Have a shop check pads, rotors, fluid and whether the pedal feels firm.
Skim a few owner reports below for Lights. Look for the same symptom repeating.
Take that list to a mechanic. Do not turn the complaint total into a score.

What owners reported

System named most often: Lights 37 complaints · 26.6% of the file

Crashes, fires, injuries and deaths in those filings:

Crashes 4
Fires 2
Injuries 8
Deaths 0

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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record Read our complete data methodology →

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

Which systems owners named

Share of owner complaints filed against each vehicle system. These shares are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.

“Unclassified NHTSA leftover” is not a car part. It is a filing bucket and always sits last.

View component data as a table

System / Component	Complaints	Share of Reports	Safety Reports (Crashes / Fires)
Lights (EXTERIOR LIGHTING)	37	26.6%	0 crashes · 0 fires
Engine (ENGINE)	16	11.5%	0 crashes · 1 fires
Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES)	15	10.8%	0 crashes · 0 fires
Electrical (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM)	14	10.1%	0 crashes · 0 fires
Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN)	9	6.5%	0 crashes · 0 fires
Steering (STEERING)	6	4.3%	0 crashes · 0 fires
Airbags (AIR BAGS)	5	3.6%	3 crashes · 0 fires
Fuel system (FUEL SYSTEM)	4	2.9%	0 crashes · 0 fires
Cruise / speed control (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL)	4	2.9%	0 crashes · 0 fires
Unclassified NHTSA leftover	38	27.3%	1 crashes · 1 fires

NHTSA Consumer Complaints, NHTSA Safety Recalls, and NHTSA Defect Investigations Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

When reports and recalls showed up

When owners filed reports, and when recall campaigns showed up.

Campaign 20V183000 was reported 162 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.
Campaign 24V838000 was reported 819 days after the first earlier complaint mapped to its component.

View timeline records as a table

Date	Record type	Count	Record identifier
2019-Q1	Owner reports	1
2019-Q2	Owner reports	2
2019-Q3	Owner reports	3
2019-Q4	Owner reports	9
2020-Q1	Owner reports	2
2020-Q2	Owner reports	1
2020-Q3	Owner reports	3
2021-Q1	Owner reports	2
2021-Q2	Owner reports	4
2021-Q3	Owner reports	4
2021-Q4	Owner reports	2
2022-Q1	Owner reports	5
2022-Q2	Owner reports	7
2022-Q3	Owner reports	6
2022-Q4	Owner reports	8
2023-Q1	Owner reports	10
2023-Q2	Owner reports	5
2023-Q3	Owner reports	2
2023-Q4	Owner reports	3
2024-Q1	Owner reports	11
2024-Q2	Owner reports	3
2024-Q3	Owner reports	4
2024-Q4	Owner reports	5
2025-Q1	Owner reports	3
2025-Q2	Owner reports	8
2025-Q3	Owner reports	7
2025-Q4	Owner reports	7
2026-Q1	Owner reports	4
2026-Q2	Owner reports	6
2026-Q3	Owner reports	2
Mar 2020	Recall campaign	1	20V183000
Sep 2020	Recall campaign	1	20V191000
Jun 2022	Recall campaign	1	22V426000
Nov 2024	Recall campaign	1	24V838000
Sep 2019	Defect investigation	1	PE19014

NHTSA Safety Recalls Snapshot 2026-09-06 Open source record

Safety Recalls (4)

Official campaigns. Each one says what could go wrong and what the dealer was told to fix.

In short, these campaigns were filed about Transmission / driveline, Rear camera / backup safety, and Brakes.

Recall campaign 20V183000

Transmission / driveline

Report date

Mar 26, 2020

Component:

Transmission / driveline (POWER TRAIN)

Consequence:

A sudden loss of power while driving or loss of the transmission PARK function can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy:

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front differential, free of charge. The recall began May 21, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W22.

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Recall campaign 20V191000

Rear camera / backup safety

Report date

Sep 10, 2020

Component:

Rear camera / backup safety (BACK OVER PREVENTION)

Consequence:

The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

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Recall campaign 22V426000

Brakes

Report date

Jun 9, 2022

Component:

Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES)

Consequence:

A vehicle that starts and shifts out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside of the vehicle.

Remedy:

This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software that prevents the HCU/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. FCA has decided to do a two-Phase Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has not been determined yet. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 28, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z48.

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Recall campaign 24V838000

Brakes

Report date

Nov 7, 2024

Component:

Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES)

Consequence:

A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy:

Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new remedy completed.

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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

Complaint counts reflect self-selected reports and are not normalised for production sales volume. We publish no reliability scores, superlatives, or vehicle rankings.

What owners actually wrote

Short excerpts from the public NHTSA file. Look for the same symptom repeating.

Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation · snapshot 2026-09-07

Showing 6 of 139 complaints · page 1 of 6

2026-07-24Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES)Unclassified NHTSA leftover

NHTSA ODI 11752707

CrashFireInjuryDeath

The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off, the vehicle independently started, and the contact was alerted by the audible sound coming from the horn. The contact exited the residence and became aware that the windshield wipers and interior and exterior lights were flashing. The contact stated that the key fob was used to lock and unlock the vehicle, but the horn and wiper blades continued to activate. The contact opened the hood and disabled the horn fuse, which turned off the horn. The contact’s wife was able to start the vehicle after 30 minutes. The exterior lights turned off, but the interior lights remained illuminated. The vehicle was left to run, and after several minutes, the wiper blades stopped. The contact disconnected the battery for all the functions to stop. The battery was reconnected, and the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after three attempts, the vehicle failed to start; however, the interior lights failed to turn off. The battery was disconnected and reconnected, and the vehicle started without further issues. The contact stated that several messages were displayed, including the engine and electronic stability control warnings. The engine warning light turned off, but the electronic stability control warning light remained illuminated. The contact had not driven the vehicle since the failure occurred. The dealer was contacted by phone about the issue; however, the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact researched the failure online and found NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), as the failure mentioned the electronic stability control (ESC). The vehicle was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

2026-07-17SEAT BELTS

NHTSA ODI 11751047

CrashFireInjuryDeath

The driver and passenger front seat seat belts do not retract. They hang loose when on and if the windows are open will even loosen up more when wind catches them. This is an extreme safety concern if an accident were to happen the seat belt would not hold us in place.

2026-05-24Lights (EXTERIOR LIGHTING)

NHTSA ODI 11739840

CrashFireInjuryDeath

The rear taligate track light for brakes is not working. Some of the lights are out when braking

2026-05-21Unclassified NHTSA leftover

NHTSA ODI 11739296

CrashFireInjuryDeath

my vehicle has had a recall since November 2024 For the HCU/ABS module that falsely reads pressure in the primary circuit may illuminate the brake lights (up to 4.5 mph), disable the ABS and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of park without the brake pedal being depressed. Well back in November 2025 i had to pay for towing twice and have it in service because the ABS Stop and Start module went out and i had to repalce the battery out of pocket and then not even 7 months to the date i went out and tried to get in my durango and it wouldnt start so i replace the battery and the ABS light came back on and the vehcle shut down and i couldnt get it started back.

2026-05-08Brakes (SERVICE BRAKES)Unclassified NHTSA leftover

NHTSA ODI 11736614

CrashFireInjuryDeath

The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall repair for NHTSA Campaign Number 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); according to the contact, the vehicle was partially repaired but was being charged for the hydraulic control unit which the contact believes is part of the recall repair; however the dealer stated it was separate from the recall but needed to be replaced due to a failure. The contact stated that according to the dealer the malfunctioning piece for the ABS and ESC were replaced. The contact believes that the parts were only cleaned out and not replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.

2026-05-08SUSPENSION

NHTSA ODI 11736465

CrashFireInjuryDeath

My 2019 Dodge Durango R/T began experiencing drivetrain and warning system issues after collision/body repairs were completed by a repair facility. The original repair work involved suspension/body-related repairs and did not originally include documented transfer case or internal drivetrain damage. At the time I picked the vehicle up from the repair facility, the tire pressure monitoring system warning light was already illuminated. I notified the repair facility and was told to drive the vehicle for approximately 10 minutes and the warning would clear itself. I have video documentation related to this interaction. After the repairs, additional problems began appearing including: * Service AWD warning * Traction control warning indicators * Ongoing drivetrain concerns * Diagnosis involving transfer case/internal damage and burnt fluid The vehicle was later reported to have transfer case clutch failure and internal drivetrain-related issues despite the original repair scope not documenting drivetrain damage. My concern is that the post-repair warnings and drivetrain symptoms may indicate improper inspection, repair, reassembly, fluid servicing, calibration, or unresolved damage related to the repair process. The vehicle has been inspected by the repair facility and diagnostic information was later provided identifying drivetrain/transfer case issues.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems on the 2019 Dodge Durango?

Owners named Lights most often — 37 of 139 reports (27%). That is the NHTSA file, not a diagnosis of every vehicle.

Are there recalls for the 2019 Dodge Durango?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns. They were filed about Transmission / driveline, Rear camera / backup safety, and Brakes. Check the VIN at nhtsa.gov; a campaign on this page can still be open on a specific vehicle.

What should I inspect before buying a 2019 Dodge Durango?

Look up the VIN for open recalls. Walk around the vehicle: headlights, brake lights and turn signals all working. Then skim owner filings for the same symptom and take that list to a mechanic.

Does a high complaint count mean I should skip this year?

No. Counts are reports people chose to file and they are not adjusted for sales volume. YearTell does not publish scores or a list of years to skip. Inspect the vehicle.

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NHTSA Consumer Complaints Snapshot 2026-09-07 Open source record

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