Dodge Durango Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems
Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Dodge Durango across 21 model years. The 2011 model year has the most (21).
- 126electronic stability control (esc) complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 6mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 36%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do electronic stability control (esc) problems happen?
Based on 102 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 126 complaints, 6 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury.
Dodge Durango electronic stability control (esc) complaints by model year
| Model year | Electronic Stability Control (esc) complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Durango | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2021 Durango | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2019 Durango | 1 | 1% | 37,680 |
| 2018 Durango | 5 | 2% | 7,000 |
| 2017 Durango | 3 | 1% | 21,854 |
| 2016 Durango | 6 | 4% | 55,914 |
| 2015 Durango | 1 | 0% | 58,000 |
| 2014 Durango | 11 | 1% | 64,000 |
| 2013 Durango | 14 | 2% | 92,500 |
| 2012 Durango | 10 | 2% | 80,000 |
| 2011 Durango | 21 | 3% | 81,000 |
| 2008 Durango | 5 | 5% | 80,000 |
| 2007 Durango | 4 | 2% | 157,890 |
| 2006 Durango | 5 | 1% | 152,595 |
| 2005 Durango | 13 | 1% | 112,000 |
| 2004 Durango | 10 | 1% | 120,000 |
| 2003 Durango | 2 | 1% | 138,294 |
| 2002 Durango | 2 | 0% | 149,000 |
| 2000 Durango | 5 | 0% | 186,686 |
| 1999 Durango | 5 | 0% | 163,500 |
| 1998 Durango | 1 | 0% | 95,600 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module; electronic stability control (esc):control module
Model years: 2022
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Durango and Ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the ABS control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 11, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 55B.
Electronic stability control (esc); service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Model years: 2021, 2022
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.
Electronic stability control (esc)
Model years: 2014
Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Dodge Durango, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured October 3, 2013, to April 11, 2014. Due to an issue with the software for the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM), the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may be disabled.
Risk: If the ESC is disabled during certain driving situations, the driver may not be able to adequately control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the SCCM software, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P64.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH on the highway, the vehicle stalled. The electronic stability control(ESC) warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was restarted. However, on other occasions, when the vehicle stalled, the contact…
The contact owns a 2022 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:Â 24V415000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Air) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of…
The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V140000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the…
While driving my 2016 dodge durango limited, my check engine light came on, then the (abs) light came on and then my battery light came on. Every light on the dash and system warning was lit up. Then they started flickering and then the vehicle died right in the middle of a busy city road during…
Car given to me by a family member in nov 2019 with 135k miles, was the original owner, vehicle was very well maintained. Approximately feb 2020, driving 70 mph down interstate, car acted like it died-lost all power for about 10 secs, then it came back to life. It was about a month later, it did it…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Durangos have electronic stability control (esc) problems?
No. NHTSA has 126 owner complaints about electronic stability control (esc) for the Dodge Durango. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Durango electronic stability control (esc)?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list electronic stability control (esc). Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
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