2011 Dodge Durango Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2011 Dodge Durango, 10% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 72,500 miles. The words owners use most often: “service brakes hydraulic” (49% of reports).
- 78service brakes complaints
- 72,500median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 25%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Service brakes hydraulic: mentioned in 38 of 78 complaints (49%)
- Brake booster: mentioned in 10 of 78 complaints (13%)
- Chrysler jeep: mentioned in 7 of 78 complaints (9%)
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 31 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 78 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 1 a fire.
Dodge Durango service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Durango | 2 | 14% | — |
| 2025 Durango | 1 | 13% | — |
| 2024 Durango | 1 | 7% | — |
| 2023 Durango | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2022 Durango | 3 | 5% | — |
| 2021 Durango | 7 | 3% | 44,722 |
| 2020 Durango | 3 | 5% | 26,700 |
| 2019 Durango | 10 | 7% | 3,500 |
| 2018 Durango | 22 | 9% | 12,000 |
| 2017 Durango | 8 | 4% | 7,000 |
| 2016 Durango | 4 | 2% | 3,000 |
| 2015 Durango | 8 | 2% | 64,500 |
| 2014 Durango | 21 | 3% | 25,425 |
| 2013 Durango | 74 | 12% | 34,513 |
| 2012 Durango | 71 | 11% | 38,111 |
| 2011 Durango | 78 | 10% | 72,500 |
| 2009 Durango | 1 | 8% | 28,500 |
| 2008 Durango | 1 | 1% | 160,000 |
| 2007 Durango | 7 | 4% | 78,987 |
| 2006 Durango | 13 | 2% | 110,000 |
| 2005 Durango | 21 | 1% | 103,017 |
| 2004 Durango | 10 | 1% | 100,085 |
| 2003 Durango | 6 | 2% | 95,000 |
| 2002 Durango | 10 | 2% | 139,250 |
| 2001 Durango | 6 | 1% | 151,000 |
| 2000 Durango | 5 | 0% | 143,082 |
| 1999 Durango | 14 | 1% | 165,000 |
| 1998 Durango | 2 | 0% | 125,800 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:power assist
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.
Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Had an oil check in which they checked the breaks. Reported breaks as a 3. They recommended new brake pads. I only put 6000 miles on the car since I purchased it. It has 24747 miles and needs new rear brakes. I spoke to the service rep Jake and he could not do anything to help with repair. Feel…
vehicle keeps staling on road while operating, AND has THE BRAKES SYTEM failure. No brakes, brake booster had failed and also has recall part for brake booster.. the safety of my entire family was put at risk, I almost crashed into traffic. vehicle was taken to local dealership, was told FUEL PUMP…
Rear-ended into another vehicle. Car resisted braking
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2011 Dodge Durangos have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 78 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2011 Dodge Durango (10% of the 800 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Dodge Durango service brakes?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 72,500 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2011 Dodge Durango?
The most frequent phrase is “service brakes hydraulic”, in 38 of 78 complaints, followed by “brake booster” (10).
Other 2011 Dodge Durango problems
- Electrical System problems (514)
- Engine problems (180)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (119)
- Power Train problems (51)
See all 2011 Dodge Durango problems or service brakes problems across all Durango years.