2022 Dodge Durango Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2022 Dodge Durango has a complaint index of 26, ranking 15th out of 20 model years and earning a Good verdict. NHTSA lists 56 complaints, 7 recalls, and no do-not-drive campaigns, with electrical issues the top problem area at 61% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 26/100
- #15 of 20 Durango years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 56
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 7
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 2
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 17
- 14 city / 22 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2022 Dodge Durango problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System34 (61%)
- Engine10 (18%)
- Transmission & Powertrain9 (16%)
- Fuel System8 (14%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras6 (11%)
- Other5 (9%)
- Brakes3 (5%)
- Structure & Body2 (4%)
- Steering1 (2%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report smoke and burning smell from the USB port area, in one case with visible flames.
- Some describe the vehicle surging forward without accelerator input while nearly stopped.
- Headlight assemblies reportedly short out, disabling turn signals and requiring repeat replacement.
- Backup camera displays are described as too bright at night, reducing rearward visibility.
- Owners report brake pedal needing to be pressed to the floor to stop, with the dealership confirming a failure.
- Tire pressure sensors reportedly show incorrect readings even after dealer attempts to fix them.
2022 Dodge Durango recalls
7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V528000Aug 13, 2026Structure & Body74,578 vehicles
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, possibly resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.
Risk: A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the spoiler and align the liftgate as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 10, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 61D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 21V842 or 23V115. Vehicles repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
- NHTSA 24V436000Jun 13, 2024Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,033,433 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Dodge Durango, 2021-2023 Chrysler Pacifica, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Chrysler Voyager, 2022-2023 Jeep Compass, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, and Ram Promaster vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software or the software will be OTA, "Over-The-Air," free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning July 9, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 66B and 79B.
- NHTSA 24V415000Jun 6, 2024Brakes211,581 vehicles
Service brakes, air:antilock:control unit/module
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.
Remedy: 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.
2022 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
- Midgrade
- 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.
2022 compared with other Durango years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Dodge Durango reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Durango has a complaint index of 26, one of the lower scores among the 20 model years tracked, and carries a Good verdict relative to other Durango years.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2022 Dodge Durango?
- Electrical system issues make up 61% of complaints, the largest share, with 34 of 56 total complaints in that category, including one fire report.
- Does the 2022 Dodge Durango have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2022 Durango, covering the rear spoiler, radio/infotainment software, ABS control module software, shifter assembly, and steering gear rack bar, with no do-not-drive recalls among them.
- How does the 2022 Durango compare to other model years?
- The 2022 Durango ranks 15th worst out of 20 years tracked, with a complaint index of 26, well below high-complaint years like 2005 (100) and 2014 (95).
- What mileage do 2022 Durango electrical problems show up at?
- The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2022 Durango is 59,000 miles.