Dodge Durango Service Brakes Problems

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 410 complaints analyzed

Owners have filed 410 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the Dodge Durango across 28 model years. The 2011 model year has the most (78). The words owners use most often: “service brakes hydraulic” (23% of reports).

What owners describe

Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.

  • Service brakes hydraulic: mentioned in 96 of 410 complaints (23%)
  • Brake booster: mentioned in 45 of 410 complaints (11%)

At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?

Based on 198 complaints that reported the odometer reading.

Under 10k miles22 · 11%
10k–25k miles19 · 10%
25k–50k miles32 · 16%
50k–75k miles28 · 14%
75k–100k miles34 · 17%
100k–150k miles34 · 17%
150k+ miles29 · 15%

How serious are the reports?

Of 410 complaints, 38 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 9 an injury.

Dodge Durango service brakes complaints by model year

Peak: 2011, with 78 complaints
1998: 219981999: 142000: 520002001: 62002: 1020022003: 62004: 1020042005: 212006: 1320062007: 72008: 120082009: 12011: 782011782012: 712013: 7420132014: 212015: 820152016: 42017: 820172018: 222019: 1020192020: 32021: 720212022: 32023: 120232024: 12025: 120252026: 2

n = 410 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Model yearService Brakes complaintsShare of that yearMedian miles
2026 Durango214%—
2025 Durango113%—
2024 Durango17%—
2023 Durango13%—
2022 Durango35%—
2021 Durango73%44,722
2020 Durango35%26,700
2019 Durango107%3,500
2018 Durango229%12,000
2017 Durango84%7,000
2016 Durango42%3,000
2015 Durango82%64,500
2014 Durango213%25,425
2013 Durango7412%34,513
2012 Durango7111%38,111
2011 Durango7810%72,500
2009 Durango18%28,500
2008 Durango11%160,000
2007 Durango74%78,987
2006 Durango132%110,000
2005 Durango211%103,017
2004 Durango101%100,085
2003 Durango62%95,000
2002 Durango102%139,250
2001 Durango61%151,000
2000 Durango50%143,082
1999 Durango141%165,000
1998 Durango20%125,800

When owners reported it

Peak: 2014, with 139 complaints
2012: 102012102013: 17172014: 13920141392015: 61612016: 262016262017: 24242018: 232018232019: 25252020: 6202062021: 10102022: 152022152023: 992024: 142024142025: 16162026: 15202615

n = 410 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Related recalls (10)

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/moduleNov 7, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V838000 · 206,502 vehicles

Model years: 2018, 2019

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may incorrectly illuminate the brake lights and disable the ABS and electronic stability control (ESC). In addition, the vehicle operator may be able to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.

Risk: A vehicle that can be started and shifted out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in a vehicle rollaway. Disabled ABS and ESC systems can reduce vehicle handling and control in certain driving situations. Brake lights that incorrectly illuminate can fail to properly indicate the driver's intention to following traffic. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated pressure transducer and update the ABS module software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 94B. This recall replaces previous recall number 22V-426. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-426 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module; electronic stability control (esc):control moduleJun 6, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V415000 · 211,581 vehicles

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.

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/moduleJun 9, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V426000 · 206,502 vehicles

Model years: 2018, 2019

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles. A malfunction in the antilock-brake system (ABS) module may illuminate the brake lights, and allow the vehicle to start and shift out of Park without the brake pedal being applied.

Risk: A vehicle that starts and shifts out of Park without applying the brake pedal can result in vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash without prior warning and/or injury to others outside of the vehicle.

Fix: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 24V838. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. The remedy includes updated HCU/ABS module software that prevents the HCU/ABS module from falsely reading pressure in the primary circuit. FCA has decided to do a two-Phase Campaign remedy schedule. Phase 1 began November 17, 2022. Phase 2 begin date has not been determined yet. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed July 28, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z48.

Electronic stability control (esc); service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/moduleMar 10, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V140000 · 370,437 vehicles

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.

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

Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

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, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliperMar 23, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V168000 · 21,183 vehicles

Model years: 2015, 2016

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.

Risk: A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.

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

Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

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 slipMar 4, 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V104000 · 18,780 vehicles

Model years: 2012, 2013

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.

Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/moduleDec 8, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V554000 · 16,317 vehicles

Model years: 2006

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles with anti-lock brake system (abs), the abs control module software program may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

Risk: This could result in a loss of vehicle control and a crash could occur without warning.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the abs control module. The recall is expected to begin on december 12, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsDec 2, 1999 · NHTSA campaign 99V341000 · 96,892 vehicles

Model years: 1998

Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The rear brake tube can contact an underbody crossmember eventually wearing a hole in the tube.

Risk: If the tube were perforated, there would be a reduction in braking from the rear wheels, increasing stopping distances.

Fix: Dealers will install a rubber isolator on all vehicles that do not indicate tube contact. Vehicles that show contact and have less than 45,000 miles and no signs of red rust will have the rubber isolator installed with silicone to protect the tube where the coating has worn off. Vehicles that exhibit contact, and have more than 45,000 miles or show signs of red rust, will have the brake tube replaced with the production tube and isolator.

What owners report

Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.

On [XXX], my 2018 Dodge Durango GT (145,076 miles) developed abnormal braking characteristics immediately following a preventive brake-fluid flush performed by Jim Browne Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Dade City, Florida. Before this service, I had experienced no braking problems. Immediately…

Received Oct 12, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770537

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…

Received Sep 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11762564

I purchased the vehicle brand new in October 2025. Before there was even 3000 miles on the car the brakes had formed a wobble. The brake wobble has worsened with the use of the vehicle. I reported the problem through the Team Dodge website around April but no one responded. I reported it again in…

Received Jun 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11742749

Runaway vehicle, police was called after car stopped and I was able to safely park it on the side of the freeway.also a police officer on motorcycle came the the scene to make sure I was able to get a towing scheduled. Dealership currently confirmed gas pedal accelerator needing to be replaced.

Received May 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736460

I put the car in reverse, and it accelerated uncontrollably, and the brake wouldn't work, and it hit another car Then, I put it in drive, and it accelerated uncontrollably again, and the brake wouldn't work again It was accelerating uncontrollably in both reverse and drive and the break wasn't…

Received May 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736164
Dodge Durango
Dodge Durango in SoHo, Manhattan. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Kidfly182, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Frequently asked questions

Do all Dodge Durangos have service brakes problems?

No. NHTSA has 410 owner complaints about service brakes 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 service brakes?

Yes: 10 safety recalls list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.

What do owners say about service brakes problems on the Dodge Durango?

The most frequent phrase is “service brakes hydraulic”, in 96 of 410 complaints, followed by “brake booster” (45).

Other Dodge Durango problems

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