Is the 2019 Dodge DURANGO reliable?

The 2019 Dodge DURANGO has 204 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.8x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: LIGHTING problems.

What are common problems with the 2019 Dodge DURANGO?

Top problems: LIGHTING (45 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (36 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (27 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2019 Dodge DURANGO?

Yes, there are 4 recall(s): BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. Contact any Dodge dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Dodge DURANGO?

The 2019 Dodge DURANGO gets 19 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2526. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2019 Dodge DURANGO?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2019 Dodge DURANGO is approximately $1,723/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2019 Dodge DURANGO

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2019 Dodge DURANGO has 204 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 250. The most common issue is lighting problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: on september 30, 2019, i purchased a new the new 2019 dodge durango vin i submitted. driving off the lot, i hit a bump in the road and the dashboard and headlights went out. the headlights were on "auto." it was dark. i had to manually switch the selector switch to the "on" position and the head. There are 4 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 4 fire reports filed.

4 fire reports 1 crash report 3 injuries

204

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

4/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

LIGHTING

45 complaints

22%

• ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2019, I PURCHASED A NEW THE NEW 2019 DODGE DURANGO VIN I SUBMITTED. DRIVING OFF THE LOT, I HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE DASHBOARD AND HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ON "AUTO." IT WAS DARK. I HAD TO MANUALLY SWITCH THE SELECTOR SWITCH TO THE "ON" POSITION AND THE HEAD
• HEADLIGHTS WOULD COME ON WHEN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION WHILE IN PARK AND WHILE IN MOTION, AND STAY ON; DURING NIGHT TIME DRIVING HEADLIGHTS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY GO OFF IN THE ON POSITION WHILE IN MOTION. SEVERAL ATTEMPTS BY DEALER REPAIR PERSONNEL TO FIND A REMEDY WERE UNSUCCESSFU
• WHILE CHANGING BOTH OF THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULBS FOR THE 2ND TIME, IN LESS THAN A YEAR OF OWNERSHIP, I DECIDED TO CHECK FOR BURNT / BROKEN FILAMENTS. THE RIGHT SIDE BULB FILAMENT WAS BROKEN. THEN I NOTICED THAT BOTH BULBS HAD BURNED CONNECTOR PRONGS AT THE BASE OF THE BULB (SEE PHOTOS), WHERE THEY

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2019, I PURCHASED A NEW THE NEW 2019 DODGE DURANGO VIN I SUBMITTED. DRIVING OFF THE LOT, I HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE DASHBOARD AND HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ON "AUTO." IT WAS DARK. I HAD TO MANUALLY SWITCH THE SELECTOR SWITCH TO THE "ON" POSITION AND THE HEAD”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2019 Dodge DURANGO

Based on 66 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 21K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

In line with typicalmedian 60K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 16K mi · 10 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 9K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

LIGHTING

In line with typicalmedian 31K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 300 mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 40K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (4)

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA10/09/2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2019 Dodge DURANGO

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,527

Per month

$211

Per mile

21.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$3,429/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,920/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2019 Dodge DURANGO

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,723

Full coverage / month

$144

Liability only / year

$626

vs US avg

+3%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.98x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1723

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Dodge New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Dodge. If you're buying a used 2019 DURANGO, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Dodge dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 204 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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LIGHTING: ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2019, I PURCHASED A NEW THE NEW 2019 DODGE DURANGO VIN I SUBMITTED. DRIVING OFF THE LOT, I HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE DASHBOARD AND HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ON "AUTO." IT WAS DARK. I HAD TO MANUALLY SWITCH THE SELECTOR SWITCH TO THE "ON" POSITION AND THE HEAD
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: COMPLAINT INVOLVING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON I PURCHASED A CAR JANUARY 19, 2019 13 DAYS LATER MY CHECK ENGINE SIGN CAME ON I CALLED EASTCHESTER CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE 4007 BOSTON RD BRONX NY 10466 AND THEY HAD ME DROP OFF THE CAR FEB.1,2019 AND I GOT THE CAR BACK FEBRUARY .4,2019 THEY TOLD ME THEY DTC PO4
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: ON 4.17.19 WHILE I AM DRIVING THE CAR WITH MY FAMILY ( 3 PEOPLE ) FROM LIMA LINDA TO RANCHO CUCAMONGA , WE HAD TOTAL 3 X EPISODES OF THE ENGINE OFF SUDDENLY WITHOUT GIVING WARNING AT ALL. WHAT REALLY SCARE US THE CAR STOP AT ALL SUDDEN DUE TO ENGINE OFF WHEN WE ARE DRIVING ON FREEWAY 10.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: BRAKES DO NOT FEEL ADEQUATE WHEN TOWING A TRAILER. THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE DROPS DRAMATICALLY WHEN A COMBINED 6000LB BOAT AND TRAILER WHEN HITCHED TO THE FACTORY EQUIPPED TOWING PACKAGE. I WOULD NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH THIS CONDITION
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 4 recalls have been completed — free at any Dodge dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)