Third generation (WD/WK)
2019 Dodge Durango
The most reported problem on the 2019 Dodge Durango is brake wear, with 26 complaints, usually around 60,000 miles.
- 143owner complaints
- 4recalls
- 5involved a crash
- 38,000median miles at failure
Newest report Sep 29, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
What is your Durango doing?
Each one opens a sheet built from the owner reports of that problem on the 2019 model year.
Is the 2019 Dodge Durango reliable?
The 2019 Dodge Durango has 143 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, below the median of 281 for 2019 SUVs on this site. Of the 12 Durango model years since 2014, it has the 7th most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to the 2018 and 2020
- Complaints ease off across these three model years. Counted per year on the road, the 2018 draws 26, the 2019 18 and the 2020 8.
- Top problem
- Two problems run close. Brake wear has 26 complaints and tail light failure has 24, out of 143 in all. A quarter of the 14 owners who gave a mileage for brake wear saw it by about 26,000 miles, and half by about 60,000.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- 10 of the 143 complaints (7%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, about the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 5 reports mention a crash, 2 mention a fire and 8 people were hurt. The most crash reports, 3 of 5, fall under airbag.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- Brake wear, the one problem here with enough reports to check, has a recall on the same system (22V-426 and 24V-838). A recall on the same system doesn't always cover the failure owners describe, so compare its summary with the complaints.
- When owners filed
- Filings peaked in 2022 at 26 (full calendar years only). In 2025 there were 25. So far in 2026, 15 more have come in.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: brakes grind, pulse or wear early, 26 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
143 complaints is 1.7 times fewer than the median 2019 model on this site and 2.0 times fewer than the median 2019 SUV. Among the 8 Durango model years here it ranks 7th for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2019 Dodge Durango
Dodge filed 403 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2019 Dodge Durango. 68 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 2 bulletins · 26 complaints
CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace or Flash Update Performed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Performance, P1572 Brake Pedal Stuck, C0042-54 Brake Pedal Missing Calibration
Customer may complain of a MIL lamp on. Upon further investigation there could be a fault code in the PCM for P1524 ? Oil Pressure Out of Range ? Camshaft Advance/Retard Disabled.
Tail lights or brake lights fail 3 bulletins · 24 complaints
License Plate LED Light Inoperative - Moisture Visible Within the Lens The customer may experience the following: ? There is a potential for water intrusion which over time could lead to an inoperable license plate lamp.
License Plate LED Light Inoperative - Moisture Visible Within the Lens This bulletin involves inspecting the license plate LED lamp for being inoperative or visible signs of moisture within the LED lamp housing and if necessary replacing the LED and ...
1 more on this problem
LAMP, Liftgate If you have a tail lamp assembly with moisture and/or water in the assembly, please do the following: 1.) Call FCA Redacted Content (If no answer, leave a message) 2.) Photograph the defect on the vehicle 3.) Provide the VIN 4.) Please send an ...
Engine overheats or leaks coolant 9 bulletins · 10 complaints
WATER PUMP
Water Pump & Chain Case Cover
7 more on this problem
Suspected Engine Coolant Leak
PUMP WATER For 2016-2024MY 3.6L Pentastar Upgrade with suspected coolant leak. PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT, PROCEED WITH INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE LATEST VERSION OF STAR ONLINE PUBLICATION S2307000002.
Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
Customer complaint may include a coolant leak, or, a coolant leak is detected during a routine oil change inspection.
Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
TUBE, Coolant outlet (Rear Heater Return Line) Be advised, Mopar does offer rear coolant line repair kits for MY 2018 - 2020 vehicles for coolant leak repair. Please see TSB 23-023-20 for kit part numbers and instructions.
Rear Heater Coolant Tube Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and possibly repairing the rear heater coolant return tube. Customers may comment on one or more of the following:A coolant leak or fluid appearing from under the vehicle.
Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 25 bulletins · 9 complaints
Power Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar Message Displayed. Rev A
Power Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar Message Displayed.
23 more on this problem
Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data).
Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00, B1A15-00, B1A16-00, and B1A17-00 in The Radio Frequency Hub (RFH)
SOS and Assistance Call Not Working After Radio Exchange Unit Installed
Apple CarPlay Does Not Work Or Not Connecting
Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Updates The customer may describe that they heard about these vehicles that can be unlawfully driven away by thieves when they are able to program new key fobs through the RFHM.
Radio Remained On After Ignition Is Switched Off, Dead Battery From Excessive Radio Current Draw
Radio Over The Air JR34.3 Updating to JR34.32.Software Version Customers may experience one or more of the following: Not be able to use Mobile Wi-Fi upon start up. Hotspot gives a no Internet connection message on phone when trying to connect to a device.
UAQ and UCQ Radio Enhancements Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? **Wi-Fi hotspot connection failure. ? Speaker popping, crackle noise during Voice Recognition (VR) response and navigation guidance.
UAQ and UCQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software level to 39.5 Customers may experience one or more of the following: Intermittent, black radio display screen. Intermittent, radio freezes.
Plus 13 older ones not listed here.
Check engine light or misfire 16 bulletins · 6 complaints
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **P0111-00 - Intake Air ...
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates *Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below ...
14 more on this problem
Misfire Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Rough Idle, Valvetrain Noise Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0301 - Cylinder 1 ...
3.6L PSU Long Block Misfire DTC codes and/or rough idle and/or valvetrain noise. Refer to SOL # S2509000004. It is also important to confirm that the vehicle being repaired has the latest calibration/software update for oil pump operation mode (high pressure ...
Misfire DTCs, Rough Idle, Valvetrain Noise
3.6L PSU Long Block Misfire DTC codes and/or rough idle and/or valvetrain noise. These conditions may be related to worn intake camshaft high lift lobe(s), and intake rocker arm(s) high lift slider. High mileage failure (10,000-60,000 miles). 1.
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination.
PSU right intake camshaft Case 1) If you are to flash the PSU (Pentastar Upgrade Engine) PCM due to P0300 code presence, only AB or previous LEVEL PSU right intake camshaft PN 05047913AA or AB (old version) should be replaced.
wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
No Start, After Flash And Or PCM Replace, DTC P0513 Invalid Skim Key Setting
Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. When performing diagnosis, an internal engine concern may be suspected.
Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter ...
Plus 4 older ones not listed here.
Battery dies or the car will not start 13 bulletins · 6 complaints
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub
11 more on this problem
No Start, Start Stop Inoperative, Cluster Message Service Start Stop System
Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off
No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination After Key Off
No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
Crank No Start Condition, No DTC?s
Blind Spot LED Stays ON. DTC B285F-15 Blind Spot Warning Light Control-Circuit Short To Battery Or Open
No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
No Start, Start Stop Inoperative, Cluster Messages to Service Shifter or Service Start Stop System
Battery Vent Tube Does Not Align With Some New Battery Installations
Plus 1 older ones not listed here.
Complaints filed by year
26 complaints came in 2022, 2.2 times the year before. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
NHTSA investigations
Active head rest inadvertent deployment. Closed feb 25, 2026.
NHTSA summary
Recalls that include the 2019 Dodge Durango
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
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 has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk and remedy
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.
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 of power while driving and loss of the PARK function when stationary.
Risk and remedy
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.
All 4 recalls on the 2019 Dodge Durango, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2019 Dodge Durango?
Brake wear, with 26 of the 143 complaints. Owners who gave a mileage for it put the median at about 60,000 miles.
At what mileage do 2019 Dodge Durango problems start?
Of the 59 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 13,000 miles and half by about 38,000.
Is the 2019 Dodge Durango better or worse than the 2018 and 2020?
Counted per year on the road, the 2019 has fewer complaints than the 2018 and more complaints than the 2020: 18 a year against 26 and 8.
How many 2019 Dodge Durango complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
10 of them (7%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.
Is there a recall for brake wear on the 2019 Dodge Durango?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls on the same system: 22V-426 and 24V-838. Its summary says which failure it covers, and that isn't always the one owners describe.