2018 Dodge Durango Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2018 Dodge Durango has a Complaint Index of 47, ranking 11th worst out of 20 model years, and earns a Good verdict. NHTSA lists 232 complaints, 5 recalls, and 9 crashes for this year, with Electrical System issues making up 55% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 47/100
- #11 of 20 Durango years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 232
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 9
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 5
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 17
- 14 city / 22 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
Top 2018 Dodge Durango problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System128 (55%)
- Engine34 (15%)
- Other32 (14%)
- Brakes30 (13%)
- Structure & Body26 (11%)
- Transmission & Powertrain13 (6%)
- Fuel System11 (5%)
- Airbags10 (4%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras10 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires9 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy during moderate-to-high speed crashes, including rear-end and guardrail impacts.
- The touchscreen and infotainment system reportedly rebooted or flashed repeatedly, disabling climate, radio, navigation, and backup camera functions.
- Owners describe brake pedals feeling unresponsive or the automatic emergency braking system engaging but failing to fully stop the vehicle.
- A dash warning lit up with an ESC fault linked to a wiring harness connector affected by water intrusion, which shorted the axle actuator.
- Backup camera dropouts tied to electrical glitches reportedly contributed to at least one low-speed collision.
2018 Dodge Durango recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V838000Nov 7, 2024Brakes206,502 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 22V426000Jun 9, 2022Brakes206,502 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 18V524000Aug 9, 2018Electrical System12,779 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
2018 Dodge Durango fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 14 MPG
- Highway
- 22 MPG
- Combined
- 17 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,350
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2018 compared with other Durango years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2018 Dodge Durango reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2018 Durango a Complaint Index of 47 with a Good verdict, ranking 11th worst among 20 model years. It has fewer complaints (232) and recalls (5) than most earlier Durango years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Dodge Durango?
- Electrical System issues account for 55% of complaints, mostly involving the touchscreen and related controls. Engine (15%) and Brakes (13%) are the next largest problem areas.
- Does the 2018 Dodge Durango have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Durango, covering the ABS brake module, powertrain control module software, and an incorrect transmission park lock rod. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2018 Durango compare to other model years?
- The 2018 Durango's Complaint Index of 47 is better than the worst year, 2005, which scored 100, and better than several Avoid-rated years like 2011-2014. Newer years like 2023-2025 score lower and carry Best verdicts.
- Were there brake problems reported on the 2018 Dodge Durango?
- Yes, Brakes account for 13% of complaints, with a median mileage at failure of 18,393.5 miles, and two recalls (24V838000 and 22V426000) address an ABS module malfunction.