2011 Dodge Durango Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 25, 2026 · 800 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Durango years
Far more complaints than other years 7th of 29 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 800 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Dodge Durango. That ranks 7th out of 29 Durango model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (514 complaints, 64%), typically at around 68,100 miles. Complaints mention 15 crashes, 57 fires, 11 injuries. There are 8 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 5 defect investigations involving it.

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Dodge Durango in SoHo, Manhattan. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Kidfly182, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Dodge Durango problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System514 · ~68,100 mi
Engine180 · ~68,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System119 · ~57,000 mi
Service Brakes78 · ~72,500 mi
Power Train51 · ~51,624 mi
Unknown or Other50 · ~82,000 mi
Steering27 · ~57,523 mi
Air Bags21 · ~53,550 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)21 · ~81,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control19 · ~80,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System problems51464%68,100“integrated power” (7%)$1,550
Engine problems18023%68,000“stalled without” (7%)$4,650
Fuel/propulsion System problems11915%57,000“pump relay” (20%)—
Service Brakes problems7810%72,500“service brakes hydraulic” (49%)—
Power Train problems516%51,624“transfer case” (10%)—
Unknown or Other506%82,000——
Steering273%57,523——
Air Bags213%53,550——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)213%81,000——
Vehicle Speed Control192%80,000——
Exterior Lighting182%80,000——
Fuel System, Gasoline162%50,445——
Interior Lighting122%101,000——
Structure91%68,989——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic81%20,900——
Visibility/wiper81%66,000——
Suspension71%39,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling51%89,600——
Forward Collision Avoidance51%71,000——
Wheels51%14,400——
Tires30%20,800——
Equipment10%80,000——
Equipment Adaptive/mobility10%42,108——
Latches/locks/linkages10%143,000——
Seat Belts10%224,000——
Visibility10%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 233 complaints
2011: 2201122012: 882013: 652013652014: 2332332015: 932015932016: 98982017: 822017822018: 55552019: 402019402020: 52522021: 272021272022: 14142023: 122023122024: 772025: 6202562026: 66

n = 800 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Dodge Durango recalls (8)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Electrical systemNov 14, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V813000 · 528,594 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.

Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19, 2019. Vehicles that experience a fuel pump failure will receive an interim repair. Owners will receive a second notice when the final remedy becomes available. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V62.

Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:power assistSep 18, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V572000 · 646,394 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.

Risk: If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.

Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulatorJul 10, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V435000 · 442,214 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.

Interior lighting; electrical system:wiringDec 28, 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V879000 · 389,252 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after having been remedied for a prior recall for the vanity lamp wiring. This recall is also addressing certain vehicles that have not been remedied under that prior recall.

Risk: The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealer will install clearance for sun visor wiring, protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R71.

Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulatorOct 8, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V634000 · 435,081 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.

Electrical systemSep 4, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V530000 · 189,206 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to July 20, 2011, and equipped with either a 3.6L or 5.7L engine. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.

Risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P54. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 19V813.

Electrical system:wiringJul 2, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V391000 · 653,562 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.

Risk: If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P36.

Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuumApr 1, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V154000 · 646,498 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.

Risk: The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is P14.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment (PE19014) — opened Sep 9, 2019, closed Feb 25, 2026.
  • Post 14V-391 Headliner Fires (RQ15003) — opened May 1, 2015, closed Jul 6, 2016, led to recall 15V879000.
  • Totally Integrated Power Module Failure (DP14004) — opened Sep 25, 2014, closed Jul 24, 2015.
  • Headliner Fires (EA14001) — opened Jan 10, 2014, closed Aug 12, 2014, led to recall 14V391000.
  • Headliner Fires (PE13027) — opened Aug 19, 2013, closed Jan 14, 2014.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an engine misfire with a ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer confirmed that the failure was associated with a previous issue with the…

Engine · received Sep 25, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11766947

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the brake pedal became extremely firm however, the contact was able to avoid a crash and pulled over to the shoulder. The brake was inoperable. The traction icon was displayed with the vehicle with the wiggly…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Sep 23, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11766462

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the vehicle shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where the fuel pump relay was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V813000 (Electrical System); however, the failure…

Electrical System · received Aug 25, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11759386

Car shut off whike driving and couldn't control the vehicle

Engine · received Jun 19, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11745183

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while starting the vehicle. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V813000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that the failure was like the failure listed in the recall…

Electrical System · received Jun 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11744294

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Durango?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 514 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Dodge Durango?

Yes, 8 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2011 Dodge Durango a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Durango model years, the 2011 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.