2015 Dodge Durango Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Dodge Durango.

20142016
Complaints
664
per 10K Sold
103.5
US Sales
64,186
Crashes
38
Fires
8
Injuries
43
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2015 Dodge Durango Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1192 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:54,502 mi
#293 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:47,188 mi
Crash-related:4
Fires:4
#383 complaints

Seat-Related Issues

Avg mileage:81,917 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Dodge Durango.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
192
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
54,502
Electrical Faults
93
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
4
Avg Miles
47,188
Seat-Related Issues
83
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
81,917
Airbags
42
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
62,344
Engine Problems
38
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
62,390
Transmission / Drivetrain
37
complaints
Crashes
16
Fires
Avg Miles
32,197
Fuel System
20
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
70,284
Body Structure
18
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
46,553
Unintended Acceleration
18
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
36,623
Seat Belt Issues
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
90,000
Suspension Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
23,004
Brakes
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
82,840
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
69,302
Wipers & Visibility
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
55,250
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Back Up Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Dodge Durango

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~6,259,239 vehicles.

18V332000Electrical System:software · Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control · Electrical System:wiring
~4,815,661 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

16V168000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
~21,183 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.

15V469000Suspension:rear
~5,492 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.

15V461000Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.
~1,416,903 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.

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2015 Dodge Durango — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Dodge Durango reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2015 Dodge Durango has 664 NHTSA complaints, 38 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 192 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Dodge Durango?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (192 complaints, avg 54,502 mi); Electrical Faults (93 complaints, avg 47,188 mi); Seat-Related Issues (83 complaints, avg 81,917 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Dodge Durango?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 57,686 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Dodge Durango?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Dodge Durango include 38 crash-related reports, 8 fire reports, 43 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Dodge Durango have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 6,259,239 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Dodge Durango?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Dodge Durango reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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