Dodge Durango Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 1,105 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Dodge Durango across 21 model years. The 2005 model year has the most (539). The words owners use most often: “fuel tank” (30% of reports).
- 1,105fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 10mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- $1,150typical repair cost reported by owners
- 18%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.
- Fuel tank: mentioned in 333 of 1,105 complaints (30%)
- Filler neck: mentioned in 205 of 1,105 complaints (19%)
- Gasoline storage: mentioned in 145 of 1,105 complaints (13%)
- Check valve: mentioned in 99 of 1,105 complaints (9%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel system, gasoline repair on the Dodge Durango at $1,150, and half of them between $920 and $1,400.
Based on 55 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2008–2012), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 965 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 1,105 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 10 an injury.
Dodge Durango fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Durango | 1 | 13% | 28 |
| 2023 Durango | 1 | 3% | 40,000 |
| 2019 Durango | 1 | 1% | 20,000 |
| 2016 Durango | 1 | 1% | 100,000 |
| 2015 Durango | 2 | 0% | 77,000 |
| 2014 Durango | 1 | 0% | 104,000 |
| 2013 Durango | 8 | 1% | 101,500 |
| 2012 Durango | 10 | 2% | 80,000 |
| 2011 Durango | 16 | 2% | 50,445 |
| 2009 Durango | 1 | 8% | 65,000 |
| 2008 Durango | 19 | 20% | 40,750 |
| 2007 Durango | 38 | 20% | 47,500 |
| 2006 Durango | 399 | 47% | 56,722 |
| 2005 Durango | 539 | 34% | 67,000 |
| 2004 Durango | 11 | 1% | 60,000 |
| 2003 Durango | 4 | 1% | 60,000 |
| 2002 Durango | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2001 Durango | 4 | 1% | 71,000 |
| 2000 Durango | 9 | 1% | 100,000 |
| 1999 Durango | 29 | 1% | 88,150 |
| 1998 Durango | 10 | 1% | 73,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2016
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly for damage to the fuel rail crossover tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S85.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 2005
Problem: Chrysler is recalling 18,951 my 2005 dodge durango vehicles. The fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling. This could allow some fuel to escape from the vehicle through the filler neck at the end of refueling.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank inlet check valve. Vehicles found to have a suspect inlet check valve will have the fuel tank assembly replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Model years: 2005
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling. This could allow some fuel to escape from the vehicle filler neck.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the inlet check valves and replace the fuel tank assembly free of charge. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Model years: 1998, 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The fuel tank strap can separate due to fatigue during operation. If this occurs, the tank will be unsupported, increasing the risk of a fuel leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the double toggle lock fuel tank straps with single toggle lock design. Note: affected vehicles built through may 21, 1998, also require the rear brake tube inspection/repair. As a result, the fuel tank strap and brake tube repair will be performed on these vheicles in a single service procedure under recall 99v-341/daimlerchrysler #841. Affected vehicles built from may 22, 1998 through september 25, 1999, only require the fuel tank strap repair, which will be performed under recall 99v-342/daimlerchrysler #842.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal gasoline odor coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered fuel leaking on the top of the fuel tank. The…
The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The contact turned off and waited before restarting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the…
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a strong fuel odor in the interior of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed the strong…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was restarted; however, occasionally the vehicle was slow to restart or failed to restart. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA…
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact stated that an intermittent warning light for EVAP failure was illuminated. The contact performed an inspection of the vehicle and noticed that…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Durangos have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 1,105 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline 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 fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix fuel system, gasoline problems on the Dodge Durango?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,150 (half paid between $920 and $1,400), from 55 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Dodge Durango?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel tank”, in 333 of 1,105 complaints, followed by “filler neck” (205).
Other Dodge Durango problems
- Suspension problems (2,762)
- Electrical System problems (2,727)
- Power Train problems (1,318)
- Engine problems (1,296)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (1,138)
- Exterior Lighting problems (1,072)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (850)
- Air Bags problems (849)
See all Dodge Durango problems.