2017 Dodge Durango Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Dodge Durango.

20162018
Complaints
298
per 10K Sold
43.3
US Sales
68,761
Crashes
15
Fires
2
Injuries
14
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2017 Dodge Durango Problems

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

#178 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:40,988 mi
Crash-related:1
#260 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:35,266 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:1
#326 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:26,794 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Dodge Durango.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
78
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
40,988
Electrical Faults
60
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
35,266
Engine Problems
26
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
26,794
Transmission / Drivetrain
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
18,810
Fuel System
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
30,291
Steering Defects
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,241
Seat-Related Issues
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
22,000
Body Structure
10
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
28,667
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
17,788
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,963
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Dodge Durango

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,815,665 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.

17V541000Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
~4 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.

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2017 Dodge Durango — FAQ

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

Is the 2017 Dodge Durango reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2017 Dodge Durango has 298 NHTSA complaints, 15 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 78 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Dodge Durango?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (78 complaints, avg 40,988 mi); Electrical Faults (60 complaints, avg 35,266 mi); Engine Problems (26 complaints, avg 26,794 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 2017 Dodge Durango?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 31,858 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Dodge Durango?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Dodge Durango include 15 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 14 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 2017 Dodge Durango have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,815,665 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 2017 Dodge Durango?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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