2015 Dodge Durango problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 503 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Dodge Durango, filed between 2015-06-21 and 2026-08-15. The most common problem areas are the exterior lighting (196, 39%), electrical system (95, 19%) and seats (91, 18%). Owners reported 26 crashes, 4 fires and 37 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Dodge Durango complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 196 | 39% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 95 | 19% | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Seats | 91 | 18% | 0 | 1 | 16 |
| Unknown or other | 47 | 9% | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Air bags | 42 | 8% | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Engine | 38 | 8% | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 38 | 8% | 17 | 0 | 9 |
| Structure | 21 | 4% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 20 | 4% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 4% | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 16 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 9 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 2% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Exterior lighting: 196 complaints
- 196 complaints of 503 (39%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 48 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Dodge Durango covers this system.
Electrical system: 95 complaints
- 95 complaints of 503 (19%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 48 of them also name the exterior lighting; owners reported 4 crashes, 4 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Dodge Durango; the recall, campaign 18V332000, says: “These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.”
Seats: 91 complaints
- 91 complaints of 503 (18%) name the seats — seats, seat frames, adjusters and head restraints.
- 12 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 1 fire and 16 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Dodge Durango covers this system.
Air bags: 42 complaints
- 42 complaints of 503 (8%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 12 of them also name the seats; owners reported 2 crashes and 6 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Dodge Durango covers this system.
Engine: 38 complaints
- 38 complaints of 503 (8%) name the engine.
- 7 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash and 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Dodge Durango covers this system.
Power train: 38 complaints
- 38 complaints of 503 (8%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 6 of them also name the engine; owners reported 17 crashes and 9 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Dodge Durango covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 97 |
| 2020 | 101 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 24 |
| 2025 | 32 |
| 2026 | 11 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names DURANGO, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Dodge Durango recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Dodge Durango?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Dodge Durango's most common problem areas are the exterior lighting (196 of 503 complaints), electrical system (95 of 503 complaints) and seats (91 of 503 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Dodge Durango have?
NHTSA has 503 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Dodge Durango, including 26 reported crashes and 4 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Dodge Durango's problems?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Dodge Durango; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.