2012 Dodge Durango Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2012 Dodge Durango, 11% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 38,111 miles. The words owners use most often: “service brakes hydraulic” (32% of reports).
- 71service brakes complaints
- 38,111median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 14%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 23 of 71 complaints (32%)
- Brake booster: mentioned in 15 of 71 complaints (21%)
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 38 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 71 complaints, 5 mention a crash.
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 (3)
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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 11, 2011, through October 1, 2012. Under certain braking events, the Ready Alert Braking System (RAB) may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel.
Risk: If the driver experiences a hard brake pedal, the driver may not push the pedal as intended, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS module software, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P05.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The component or system failed or malfunctioned, is the accelerator, brakes, stirring and electrical. The car is available for inspection upon your request. The car is having problems coming to a stop and it is very difficult to control the vehicle because the steering becomes so hard when the…
I took my Durango to Albany ga to dodge dealership for recall on brake booster water shield repair plus the other recall they fixed one recall and say they can't fix brake booster recall cause they say they will not have part available til a year later which I have concerns about my safety of…
I just got a 2012 dodge durango 08/13/2022 I looked up the recalls on it and just trying to get it ixed if possible
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2012 Dodge Durangos have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 71 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2012 Dodge Durango (11% of the 640 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 2012 Dodge Durango service brakes?
Yes: 3 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 38,111 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2012 Dodge Durango?
The most frequent phrase is “service brakes hydraulic”, in 23 of 71 complaints, followed by “brake booster” (15).
Other 2012 Dodge Durango problems
See all 2012 Dodge Durango problems or service brakes problems across all Durango years.