Last updated: 2026-10-10
Most Reliable Dodge Models — Ranked in 2026
We ranked every Dodge model and year in our database by reliability score. The average Dodge scores 73/100 across all models and years. The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is the most reliable Dodge with a score of 83/100.
Dodge Reliability Rankings
| # | Vehicle | Best Year | Score | Rating | Recalls | Complaints / 10k | Maint. Rating | Est. Repair Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2020 | 83/100 | Excellent | 1 | — | 4 | $673/yr |
| 2 | 2026 Dodge Durango | 2026 | 82/100 | Excellent | 0 | — | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 3 | 2026 Dodge Charger | 2026 | 82/100 | Excellent | 0 | — | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 4 | 2019 Dodge Journey | 2019 | 78/100 | Good | 1 | 12.3 | 4 | $562/yr |
| 5 | 2024 Dodge Durango | 2024 | 78/100 | Good | 0 | 1.0 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 6 | 2025 Dodge Durango | 2025 | 78/100 | Good | 0 | 0.6 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 7 | 2020 Dodge Challenger | 2020 | 77/100 | Good | 1 | 3.6 | 3.5 | $650/yr |
| 8 | 2020 Dodge Journey | 2020 | 77/100 | Good | 1 | 15.1 | 4 | $562/yr |
| 9 | 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2019 | 76/100 | Good | 5 | — | 4 | $673/yr |
| 10 | 2021 Dodge Charger | 2021 | 76/100 | Good | 2 | 3.7 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 11 | 2023 Dodge Charger | 2023 | 76/100 | Good | 2 | 2.9 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 12 | 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2018 | 76/100 | Good | 4 | — | 4 | $673/yr |
| 13 | 2023 Dodge Durango | 2023 | 75/100 | Good | 2 | 3.9 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 14 | 2020 Dodge Charger | 2020 | 75/100 | Good | 3 | 7.0 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 15 | 2023 Dodge Challenger | 2023 | 75/100 | Good | 2 | 8.5 | 3.5 | $650/yr |
| 16 | 2021 Dodge Challenger | 2021 | 75/100 | Good | 2 | 3.1 | 3.5 | $650/yr |
| 17 | 2022 Dodge Charger | 2022 | 74/100 | Good | 3 | 1.4 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 18 | 2022 Dodge Challenger | 2022 | 74/100 | Good | 2 | 1.4 | 3.5 | $650/yr |
| 19 | 2019 Dodge Challenger | 2019 | 73/100 | Good | 3 | 9.0 | 3.5 | $650/yr |
| 20 | 2024 Dodge Charger | 2024 | 73/100 | Good | 2 | 1.2 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 21 | 2018 Dodge Challenger | 2018 | 72/100 | Good | 4 | 10.9 | 3.5 | $650/yr |
| 22 | 2020 Dodge Durango | 2020 | 72/100 | Good | 3 | 10.7 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 23 | 2019 Dodge Charger | 2019 | 71/100 | Good | 5 | 12.2 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 24 | 2025 Dodge Charger | 2025 | 71/100 | Good | 2 | 20.3 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 25 | 2022 Dodge Durango | 2022 | 71/100 | Good | 6 | 8.5 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 26 | 2018 Dodge Charger | 2018 | 69/100 | Good | 6 | 15.1 | 3.5 | $652/yr |
| 27 | 2018 Dodge Journey | 2018 | 68/100 | Good | 6 | 23.7 | 4 | $562/yr |
| 28 | 2019 Dodge Durango | 2019 | 67/100 | Good | 4 | 18.9 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 29 | 2021 Dodge Durango | 2021 | 65/100 | Good | 7 | 24.1 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 30 | 2018 Dodge Durango | 2018 | 64/100 | Good | 5 | 33.2 | 3.5 | $675/yr |
| 31 | 2025 Dodge Hornet | 2025 | 64/100 | Good | 2 | 1.1 | 2 | |
| 32 | 2023 Dodge Hornet | 2023 | 59/100 | Mixed | 4 | 26.8 | 2 | |
| 33 | 2024 Dodge Hornet | 2024 | 54/100 | Mixed | 7 | 29.2 | 2 |
Model Summaries
Dodge Challenger
Reliability is good and above average among sedans, with 2020 the year to favor and 2018 and 2019 the ones to watch. The biggest problem is the Uconnect touchscreen, which can delaminate and start touching itself, changing heat and volume while the car moves. Manual clutch failures and airbags that did not deploy in crashes also deserve a close look. Expect repair costs near $650 a year.
Average score: 74/100. Best year: 2020 (77/100). 6 years tracked.
Dodge Charger
Reliability is good, and the Charger ranks above the average sedan on the site. The 2018 model year is the one to skip, mainly for a Uconnect touchscreen that registers phantom touches and door panels that peel away. The 2023 is the pick among years with enough time on the road, though some owners report transmission hesitation after shifting from reverse to drive.
Average score: 74/100. Best year: 2023 (76/100). 9 years tracked.
Dodge Durango
Owners rate the Durango as a good used buy, and its repair costs run below the full-size SUV average. The 2024 is the year to favor, while 2018 and 2021 deserve caution. The biggest complaint is rear taillights that fill with water and fail, taking the plate lights and backup camera with them. Less often, the transmission drops into neutral while driving.
Average score: 72/100. Best year: 2024 (78/100). 9 years tracked.
Dodge Grand Caravan
Reliability is good overall and above average for minivans, and 2020 is the year to favor. The most common complaint is sliding door locks that jam shut with the fob, button, and handles all dead. Transmissions that lose acceleration or refuse to shift come next. The 2018 and 2019 years carry far more complaints and recalls.
Average score: 78/100. Best year: 2020 (83/100). 3 years tracked.
Dodge Hornet
Reliability sits well below other compact SUVs, and the electrical system is the main reason. Door latches fail, batteries drain, and the center screen can stay dark after a jump start. The 2023 is the year to buy. The 2024 has the heaviest recall and complaint load, and the 2025 is too new to judge.
Average score: 59/100. Best year: 2023 (59/100). 3 years tracked.
Dodge Journey
Used Journeys hold up well, and yearly repair costs of $562 run a little under the midsize SUV average. The 2019 is the year to favor and the 2018 is the one to skip. Two problems matter most: engines that shut off while driving, and a rearview camera that goes blank or shows an upside-down image.
Average score: 74/100. Best year: 2019 (78/100). 3 years tracked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the most reliable Dodge?
- Based on our data, the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan is the most reliable Dodge with a score of 83/100 ("Excellent"). It has 1 recalls and 15 owner complaints.
- Are Dodge vehicles reliable?
- Dodge vehicles have an average reliability score of 73/100 across all models and years in our database. Individual models vary, so checking the specific model year you're considering is important.
- Which Dodge models should I avoid?
- Based on our data, these Dodge model-years are statistical outliers within their lines: 2018 Charger (69/100), 2018 Journey (68/100), 2021 Durango (65/100), 2018 Durango (64/100). These have higher recall counts and complaint volumes relative to their siblings.
- How do Dodge repair costs compare?
- Repair costs vary by model. Check the detailed rankings table above for estimated annual repair costs for each Dodge model year.
How we score Dodge model years
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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