2023 Dodge Durango: problems, recalls and what it’s worth
2 recall campaigns to confirm with a dealer. Few owner complaints for this year.
Ask for the VIN and check it, then get a pre-purchase inspection.
Known problems on the 2023 Dodge Durango
No generation-wide weak spot is flagged in GarageIntel’s research for this year and model. A specific car can still have its own problems, so get it inspected.
2023 Dodge Durango recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Dodge Durango. Repairs are free at a dealer for the brand, and a dealer can confirm by VIN which were already done.
- Body structure
A damaged rear spoiler may detach and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Details 26V528000
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.
Fix: 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.
- Transmission & drivetrain
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Details 23V640000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit vehicles equipped with an instrument panel mounted shifter. The shifter may experience an interference with the shifter boot and come out of gear while driving, which can result in a sudden loss of drive power.
Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel mounted shifter boot, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 94A.
2023 Dodge Durango safety investigations and free repairs
No open safety investigations.
Free repairs to ask about (warranty extensions):
- Warranty extension: Customer satisfaction notification north america 58b collant restrictor
- Cooling: Customer Satisfaction Notification 58B Coolant Restrictor
A dealer for the brand can check these by VIN.
Source: NHTSA, Sep 24, 2026.
2023 Dodge Durango safety and fuel
From NHTSA’s crash tests and the EPA’s fueleconomy.gov.
What owners complain about
36 complaints filed with NHTSA for this year and model, which is few.
Share of complaints that mention each area. One complaint can mention several.
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