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2014 Dodge Durango Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 36 brake complaints for the 2014 Dodge Durango, 5% of that year's 782 total complaints, with 3 crashes and no fires or injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 31,000 miles, and three brake-related recalls (17V572000, 14V636000, 14V154000) apply to this model year.

Brakes complaints
36
5% of 782
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
31,000 mi
Related recalls
3

Typical brake symptoms owners report

  • Brake pedal sinks to the floor with no stopping power while driving at moderate speed, sometimes resulting in a rear-end collision.
  • Parking brake reportedly fails to hold, letting the vehicle roll away while unattended even with the brake engaged.
  • Loss of traction or stability control while turning at low speed causes skidding and loss of directional control.
  • Delays in receiving brake booster recall parts, leaving owners driving with an open recall for months.
  • Brake pedal locks up or stays applied, preventing the vehicle from moving or causing it to stop abruptly.
  • Brakes engage on their own without pedal contact, causing sudden hard stops.

When 2014 Dodge Durango brake complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 11, 2014, latest Mar 4, 2026.

2014 Dodge Durango brakes complaints: complaints filed per month3Aug 2014May 2015Sep 2016Jul 2017Sep 2018May 2019Aug 2022Feb 2026
36 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2014 to Mar 2026; peak Aug 2014 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2014 Dodge Durango

  1. NHTSA 17V572000Sep 18, 2017Brakes646,394 vehicles

    Service brakes

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 14V636000Oct 8, 2014Brakes132,792 vehicles

    Electronic stability control (esc)

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  3. NHTSA 14V154000Apr 1, 2014Brakes646,498 vehicles

    Service brakes

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

Brakes complaints by Durango model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 2011104 (13%)
  2. 201284 (13%)
  3. 201390 (14%)
  4. 201436 (5%)
  5. 201510 (2%)
  6. 201610 (6%)
  7. 201711 (5%)
  8. 201830 (13%)
  9. 201927 (19%)
  10. 20203 (5%)
  11. 20218 (4%)
  12. 20223 (5%)
  13. 20231 (3%)
  14. 20242 (14%)
  15. 20251 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Dodge Durango?
NHTSA lists 36 brake complaints for the 2014 Durango, making up 5% of the 782 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2014 Dodge Durango?
Yes. Three brake-related recalls apply: 17V572000 for the brake booster shield installation, 14V636000 involving steering column module software tied to braking, and 14V154000 for a brake booster water diverter shield.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2014 Durango?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2014 Durango is 31,000 miles.
Did the 2014 Durango's brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data shows 3 crashes linked to brake complaints on the 2014 Durango, with no fires and no injuries reported.
How does the 2014 Durango compare to other model years for brake complaints?
The 2014 Durango's 5% brake complaint share is lower than 2011 (13%), 2012 (13%), and 2013 (14%), but higher than 2015 (2%) and 2020 (5%) among Durango model years.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.