Dodge Durango Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 2,762 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Dodge Durango across 27 model years. The 1999 model year has the most (1,102). The words owners use most often: “ball joints” (65% of reports).
- 2,762suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 72mention a crash
- 33mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- $1,650typical repair cost reported by owners
- 30%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.
- Ball joints: mentioned in 1,790 of 2,762 complaints (65%)
- Upper lower: mentioned in 535 of 2,762 complaints (19%)
- Front end: mentioned in 446 of 2,762 complaints (16%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical suspension repair on the Dodge Durango at $1,650, and half of them between $940 and $2,200.
Based on 163 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2001–2021), 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 suspension problems happen?
Based on 1,721 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 2,762 complaints, 72 mention a crash, 11 a fire, 33 an injury.
Dodge Durango suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Durango | 2 | 14% | — |
| 2025 Durango | 1 | 13% | — |
| 2024 Durango | 1 | 7% | — |
| 2021 Durango | 3 | 1% | — |
| 2020 Durango | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2019 Durango | 3 | 2% | 3,500 |
| 2018 Durango | 6 | 3% | 11,140 |
| 2017 Durango | 4 | 2% | 26,000 |
| 2016 Durango | 5 | 3% | 37,750 |
| 2015 Durango | 9 | 2% | 30,000 |
| 2014 Durango | 7 | 1% | 25,000 |
| 2013 Durango | 5 | 1% | 1,996 |
| 2012 Durango | 6 | 1% | 55,000 |
| 2011 Durango | 7 | 1% | 39,000 |
| 2009 Durango | 1 | 8% | — |
| 2008 Durango | 4 | 4% | 46,500 |
| 2007 Durango | 4 | 2% | 55,000 |
| 2006 Durango | 10 | 1% | 100,000 |
| 2005 Durango | 14 | 1% | 94,212 |
| 2004 Durango | 18 | 2% | 15,350 |
| 2003 Durango | 91 | 27% | 41,000 |
| 2002 Durango | 144 | 34% | 42,539 |
| 2001 Durango | 265 | 40% | 48,000 |
| 2000 Durango | 507 | 47% | 49,145 |
| 1999 Durango | 1,102 | 56% | 63,671 |
| 1998 Durango | 540 | 56% | 68,000 |
| 1997 Durango | 2 | 50% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Suspension:rear
Model years: 2015
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.
Risk: If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R38. Note: This supersedes Recall No. 15V-407.
Suspension:rear
Model years: 2006
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the left rear suspension watts link may have been damaged during vehicle assembly and could fail.
Risk: A failed watts link could adversely affect vehicle handling and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left rear suspension watts link free of charge. The recall began on july 19, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel drive (4x4), if moisture leaks into the front suspension upper ball joint, evacuation of the lubricant and corrosion of the joint may cause the joint to wear over an extended period of time. This could cause a clunking noise in the front suspension, which may not always be heard by the vehicle occupants.
Risk: Excessive wear in the upper ball joint may allow it to separate, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front suspension upper ball joints. This safety improvement campaign began on december 21, 2004. Owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2026 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH on a desert highway, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact started to lose control of the vehicle and managed to pull over to the shoulder of the highway; however, the front passenger's side tire…
My 2019 Dodge Durango R/T began experiencing drivetrain and warning system issues after collision/body repairs were completed by a repair facility. The original repair work involved suspension/body-related repairs and did not originally include documented transfer case or internal drivetrain…
Our 2021 Dodge Durango Citadel with only 46,000 miles on it and purchased brand new has had the left driver side CV boot replaced and now the left driver side motor mount is leaking hydraulic fluid and needs to be replaced. Have read online of other owners having similar issues with the driver side…
1) Major transmission failure, fluid leakage, and visible undercarriage corrosion on a newly leased car with under 3K miles on it. Additional: Losing vehicle function. Car would not shift into gear and would not move. Car is currently at the dealership in which it was leased. 2) Yes, huge safety…
I have not had an issue as of yet...but my insurance company has warned me of 4 recalls that are apparently active on my vehicle and told me to come to your site to verify, but it says there are zero recalls on my vehicle, so I am wary of what to do. I was told by a local mechanic that one of the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Durangos have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 2,762 owner complaints about suspension 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 suspension?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix suspension problems on the Dodge Durango?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,650 (half paid between $940 and $2,200), from 163 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Dodge Durango?
The most frequent phrase is “ball joints”, in 1,790 of 2,762 complaints, followed by “upper lower” (535).
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