AI Damage2022 Dodge Durango: common problems
Owners of the 2022 Dodge Durango filed 60 complaints with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting and electrical system. The maker issued 418 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 60
- involving a crash
- 2
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 418
What fails most often
- 1 Exterior lighting 43% of all complaints
- 2 Electrical system 18% of all complaints
- 3 Engine 17% of all complaints
- 4 Powertrain 15% of all complaints
- 5 Fuel/propulsion system 13% of all complaints
- 6 Structure 7% of all complaints
- 7 Backover prevention 7% of all complaints
- 8 Service brakes 5% of all complaints
- Exterior lighting: 26 complaints (43% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 9.
- Electrical system: 11 complaints (18% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 128.
- Engine: 10 complaints (17% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 48.
- Powertrain: 9 complaints (15% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 52.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 8 complaints (13% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 12.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.6 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- 5.7 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- 6.4 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: AWD, RWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 60 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 26 | 0 | 9 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 0 | 128 |
| Engine | 10 | 0 | 48 |
| Powertrain | 9 | 0 | 52 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 0 | 12 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 | 43 |
| Backover prevention | 4 | 1 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 | 17 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 39 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Just as I was almost fully stopped, my car suddenly accelerated on its own and struck the vehicle in front of me. The car is equipped with an automatic braking system that should apply the brakes when there is an obstacle. Instead, not only did it fail to brake, it accelerated fully.
Vehicle Sudden Unintended Acceleration – Safety Complaint Vehicle: 2022 Dodge Durango Weather: Rain Situation: The vehicle was at an almost complete stop at a red light and in a 5 feet distance from the car in front.
The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V528000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available.
Daytime driving lights on drivers side went out and passenger is still on that is the lights yhat run in the daytime and when I took it to the dealership I was told they was aware of the situation but they said they was not responsible for it, but it also comes on at night with my head lights, and my local police said…
The rear spoiler detached on I-40 East bound and flew into traffic. This occurred on 9/25/2026. I have contacted my local dealership multiple times and they have informed me that a permanent fix is not available and the part is on back order.
Taillight is retaining water and causing my taillights to go out. This is a very well known issue as the dealer was aware of this issue with a lot of Durangos. The dealer offered no repair as there’s not be a recall and the warranty on my Durango is up.
During normal loading and unloading of cargo with the liftgate open, I have sustained three separate lacerations to my forearm and wrist from the exposed, sharp inside corners of the rear taillight assemblies.
Replaced batteries, and power steering went out, it put my vehicle out of alignment... I tried getting an alignment at local Firestone. Told me they could not connect to the angle sensors and that I need to get a new rack and pinion
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 794 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 38% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Durango has 94 complaints (12 years in the data). This year has 60, below average.
What to check before buying
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward…
The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward Transmission Engagement. The Tech May Find Damaged and/or Worn Transmission Output Shaft Splines (850RE…
- TRANSMISSION KIT - WITH TORQUE CONVERTER
- Engine PNs
MY 24-26 WD/DT (5.7L) Code P00B is being misdiagnosed and incorrect parts are being installed causing over repair. Refer to SOL S2609000006 The IAFM Foam Engine Valley Cover (PN 53013735AB) does not provide sufficient…
- Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star…
- EVAPORATOR - AIR CONDITIONING
- HOSE AND TUBE - HEATER SUPPLY AND RETURN
- Telematics Box Module (TBM) Firmware Over The Air Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp…
Telematics Box Module (TBM) Firmware Over The Air Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ●…
- Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long…
Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at…
- Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge…
Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at the pump and perform a…
- Extended Crank Condition Due To Loss of Fuel Pressure Customers may experience the following
SYMPTOM: ● Extended engine crank condition. This bulletin involves performing a fuel pressure test and possibly replacing the fuel pressure regulator.
- Uconnect® Screen Turns Blank Or Black Customers may experience the following
SYMPTOM: ● The Uconnect® screen display goes blank/black at times.
- Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--)
NHTSA lists 418 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Dodge Durango?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: exterior lighting, electrical system, engine. Total complaints: 60. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: headlights and tail lights (28%), smoke, burning smell, fire (7%), warning lights, check engine (7%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Dodge Durango?
NHTSA lists 418 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Dodge Durango from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2022 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.