GradeDodge Durango Reliability Grade
Average reliability
Grade a specific Dodge Durango
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Dodge Durango earns a C+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B- for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 10th of 23 midsize SUVs we grade. Its engine (B-) and transmission (C+) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 3,045 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Dodge Durango reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2009
Years to avoid: 2000 (transmission slipping / rough shifting), 2004–2006 (stalling / loss of power) and 2011–2014 (stalling / loss of power)
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Dodge Durango last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Dodge Durango vs. other midsize SUVs
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Murano | A | A | A |
| Toyota 4Runner | A | A | A |
| Buick Enclave | A- | B+ | A- |
| Toyota Highlander | A- | B- | B+ |
| Mazda CX-9 | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Subaru Outback | B+ | B | B |
| Chevrolet Traverse | B | C+ | B- |
| GMC Acadia | B | C | B- |
| Dodge Journey | B- | B- | B- |
| Honda Pilot | C | C+ | C+ |
| Nissan Pathfinder | B- | C | C+ |
| Subaru Ascent | B | C- | C+ |
| Chevrolet Blazer | C+ | C- | C+ |
| Dodge Durango | B- | C+ | C+ |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | C | C- | C |
| Volkswagen Atlas | C- | B | C |
| Ford Explorer | C+ | C | C- |
| Honda Passport | C | C | C- |
| Hyundai Santa Fe | D | C- | D |
| Kia Sorento | D | C- | D |
| Ford Edge | C | D | D |
| Hyundai Palisade | D | D | F |
| Kia Telluride | D | D | F |
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Is the Dodge Durango reliable?
Average reliability. The Dodge Durango earns a C+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B- for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 10th of 23 midsize SUVs we grade. Its engine (B-) and transmission (C+) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 3,045 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Dodge Durango last?
We estimate a well-maintained Dodge Durango lasts around 170,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Dodge Durango?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Dodge Durango model years are 2009.
What Dodge Durango years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Dodge Durango years to be most careful with are 2000, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The 2000 grades an F overall (engine C-, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting, which a recall covers. The 2004 grades an F overall (engine F, transmission C-), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power.
Is the Dodge Durango transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Durango transmission a C+ (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Dodge Durango engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Durango engine a B- (average reliability).