2021 Dodge Durango recalls

8 safety recalls, 208 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

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8Recalls
208Complaints
14Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2021 Dodge Durango recall list

Structure recall

26V-528
August 13, 2026 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, possibly resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
Safety risk
A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the spoiler and align the liftgate as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 10, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.

Back Over Prevention recall

Over-the-air fix24V-436
June 13, 2024 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.

Structure recall

23V-115
February 23, 2023 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
Safety risk
A damaged rear spoiler can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 9, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 20A. This recall is an expansion of recall number 21V-842.

Engine and Engine Cooling recall

22V-284
April 28, 2022 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2021-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may stick open, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
Safety risk
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the EGR valve assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z31.

Steering recall

22V-154
March 14, 2022 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango and 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack, and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.
Safety risk
Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 12, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-852-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z18.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall

22V-140
March 10, 2022 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Safety risk
An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.

Structure recall

21V-842
October 28, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
Safety risk
A damaged rear spoiler could detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y73.

Air Bags recall

21V-280
April 22, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing.
Safety risk
A loose or missing fastener may cause the side curtain air bag to deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten or replace the fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y16.

2021 Dodge Durango owner complaints

208 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 4 fires, 5 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Exterior Lighting94
Electrical System41
Unknown or Other25
Engine22
Structure15
Fuel/Propulsion System11
Air Bags11
Back Over Prevention10
Power Train10
Service Brakes7

Recent complaints

October 29, 2026Unknown or OtherVisibility/WiperBack Over Prevention

My 2021 Dodge Durango has an unresolved Safety Recall 66B / NHTSA Recall 24V-436 involving the radio software and rearview camera functionality. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Dodge dealership and specifically asked about the unresolved recall and the required radio software update. The dealership attempted to perform the required updates but told me the radio would not accept or complete the updates. I was then told that the radio would need to be replaced at a cost of approximately $1,300. The vehicle’s center display and other radio functions continue to operate. Apple CarPlay connects and displays properly, including Apple CarPlay Maps, and the screen displays music information a

October 27, 2026Exterior Lighting

Dodge Durango daytime running lights are a known problem. Running lights commonly stop working on 2020+ Dodge Durango’s. It is not a replaceable bulb, the entire headlight assembly must be replaced. This is a safety concern as many people do not turn their lights on while driving in fog. Dodge needs to be held responsible for this faulty part.

October 27, 2026Exterior Lighting

I am filing a safety complaint regarding the defective rear liftgate LED taillamp assembly (“racetrack” lighting) on my 2021 Dodge Durango GT. Sections of the LED lighting have burned out and no longer illuminate, reducing rear visibility and creating a potential collision hazard, particularly at night or during poor weather conditions. No dashboard warning lights or messages appeared to alert me to the failure. This failure is consistent with the manufacturing defect addressed by Stellantis in its recently announced warranty extension for certain 2018–2024 Dodge Durango vehicles. On October 27, 2026, I brought my vehicle to an authorized Dodge dealership and presented the applicable service

October 22, 2026Electrical SystemExterior Lighting

The rear license plate light burned out and I was pulled over. I ordered 2 new lights and installed them. Neither worked. I put the old lights back in and then both stopped working. Then the race track light failed. Additionally, the front headlight race track also failed. This is a know manufacturing defect in these cars and nothing is being done about it. Took the vehicle to a repair shop and they said the entire rear race track needs replaced. The part is 1800 and back ordered until 2027. The labor is an additional 1500. This is totally unacceptable and the car should be repaired at no cost. There is literally a class action law suit going on over this well documented issue.

October 20, 2026Exterior Lighting

Day time running light gone out

2021 Dodge Durango crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 Dodge Durango SUV 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Dodge Durango SUV RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2021 Dodge Durango: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning no, lane departure warning no. Rollover risk: 21.2%.

2021 Dodge Durango recall FAQ

Does the 2021 Dodge Durango have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2021 Dodge Durango. The most recent, filed August 13, 2026, concerns the structure.

What are the most common 2021 Dodge Durango problems?

Owners have filed 208 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is exterior lighting (94 reports), followed by electrical system.

Is the 2021 Dodge Durango safe?

The 2021 Dodge Durango earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 Dodge Durango?

Contact any authorized Dodge dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.