Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 82/100 (EXCELLENT)

2026 Dodge Durango Reliability Report

The 2026 Dodge Durango has an excellent reliability standing, with no owner complaints or recalls on file and lower repair costs than its class.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$675

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,000–$5,300

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Ranks first of nine scored Durango years, with no complaints or recalls on file so far and a better standing than the 2025 model.

Should You Buy the 2026 Dodge Durango?

Reliability for this model year stands at excellent. It sits above average among 2026 SUVs and ranks first among the nine scored Durango years. The 2025 model is rated good and scores lower. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs for the Durango at $675, against $784 for its class.

Owners have filed no complaints for this year, and federal recall records show no recalls. That leaves no symptoms to describe. It also reflects time on the road. A new model year has had less time to collect complaints, so an empty record is encouraging but not proof that nothing will go wrong. The federal crash-test rating is 4 of 5 stars.

If you want a year with a longer track record, the 2025 Durango has 5 owner complaints and no recalls. Whichever year you pick, check the specific vehicle's recall status by VIN before you buy, since records change after a car is built.

See also the 2025 Dodge Durango for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+$109 cheaper to maintain than avg fullsize SUVs
+Infrequent unscheduled repairs
+Low major repair risk (13%)
+No recalls issued

Cons

No recurring complaint themes yet.

Compare 2026 Dodge Durango With

2026 Chevrolet Tahoe

Reliability: 82/100

Excellent

2026 Ford Explorer

Reliability: 70/100

Good

2026 Toyota Highlander

Reliability: 84/100

Excellent

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Reliability: 70/100

Good

2026 Honda Pilot

Reliability: 81/100

Excellent

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2026 Dodge Durango — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 4/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Dodge Durango? Check its history first

Every 2026 Dodge Durango has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Dodge Durango NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 4/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 19.8%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (No)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Optional)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Dodge DurangoRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$675

vs $784 avg for fullsize SUVs

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.2

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

13%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Durango

$675

Category Avg

$784

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Dodge Durango Resale Value

The Dodge Durango is estimated to retain about 65.2% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Dodge Durango model overall and is not specific to the 2026 model year.

Value Retained: 65.2%
Depreciation: 34.8%
Listings Analyzed: 179

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Dodge Durango depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

13–20 MPG

Running cost: $3,700–$6,000/yr

Fuel + repair

12–18 city / 17–25 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Durango AWD 3.6L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	17	24	20	$3,000
Durango RWD 3.6L 6-cyl	Rear-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	18	25	20	$3,000
Durango AWD 6.4L 8-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	13	19	15	$4,600
Durango AWD 5.7L 8-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	14	21	16	$4,650
Durango AWD 6.2L 8-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic 8-spd	12	17	13	$5,300

Best & Worst Dodge Durango Years

Best Dodge Durango Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Dodge Durango Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Dodge Durango reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	64/100	Good
2019	67/100	Good
2020	72/100	Good
2021	65/100	Good
2022	71/100	Good
2023	75/100	Good
2024	78/100	Good
2025	78/100	Good
2026	82/100	Excellent

Dodge Durango Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	82/100	+4	Excellent	0	0
2025	78/100	0	Good	0	5
2024	78/100	+3	Good	0	6
2023	75/100	+4	Good	2	27
2022	71/100	+6	Good	6	47
2021	65/100	-7	Good	7	159
2020	72/100	+5	Good	3	62
2019	67/100	+3	Good	4	128
2018	64/100	—	Good	5	219

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Dodge Durango reliable?

Yes, its reliability standing is excellent. It is above average among 2026 SUVs and the best of the nine scored Durango years. No owner complaints or federal recalls are on file. Because the year is new, it has had less time to collect complaints than older years.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Dodge Durango?

None have been reported so far. Owners have filed no complaints for this model year, so there is no pattern of symptoms to point to. Complaints build up over time, so check back as more owners put miles on the vehicle.

Does the 2026 Dodge Durango have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list zero recalls for this model year. Recalls can be issued after a vehicle is built, so enter the VIN of the exact car you are considering into the federal recall lookup before you buy.

How much does it cost to maintain a Dodge Durango?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $675 a year for the Durango across the model, compared with $784 for its class. That figure covers the model as a whole, not only the 2026 year, so your own costs will vary.

Is the 2026 Dodge Durango more reliable than the 2025?

By standing, yes. The 2026 is rated excellent and the 2025 is rated good, which scores lower. The 2025 has 5 owner complaints and no recalls. The 2026 has none of either, though it has had less time on the road to collect them.

Don’t buy a 2026 Dodge Durango without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2026 Dodge Durango

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Dodge Durango does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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