2022 Dodge Durango: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
Refreshed third-gen with low complaint volume; the headlamp/DRL failure is the main recurring issue. Strong towing, muscular V8 options and one of the better infotainment systems in the class. 2 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2022 Dodge Durango ranged from $37,760 to $68,960 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
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Refreshed third-gen with low complaint volume; the headlamp/DRL failure is the main recurring issue. Strong towing, muscular V8 options and one of the better infotainment systems in the class.
Sources (9)
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- cars.usnews.comhttps://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/dodge/durango/2023
- agtauto.comhttps://agtauto.com/dodge-durango-years-to-avoid/
- municibid.comhttps://municibid.com/blog/best-and-worst-years-of-the-dodge-durango
- carid.comhttps://www.carid.com/articles/dodge-durango-reliability-common-problems-most…
- cargurus.comhttps://www.cargurus.com/research/articles/dodge-durango-buying-guide
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=durango…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=durango…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=durango…
Known issues
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LED daytime-running-light / headlamp failures: the DRL or headlight stops working intermittently and, because the unit is not separately serviceable, the entire (expensive) headlamp assembly must be replaced.
commonly reported · 78 NHTSA complaints · electrical
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Engine cooling-line and Pentastar V6 complaints: ruptured coolant lines (including the rear A/C/transmission coolant tubes) and occasional cylinder misfire reported on the refreshed third generation.
occasional · 21 NHTSA complaints · engine
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (5)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=durango…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=durango…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=durango…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=durango…
- agtauto.comhttps://agtauto.com/dodge-durango-years-to-avoid/
Recalls & safety
Recall history hasn't been loaded for this model year yet.
Whether a recall is still open on a specific car depends on its VIN. Check it free at NHTSA's VIN lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls), or ask the seller for proof the repair was done.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Available muscular V8s (R/T, 392, even Hellcat) with best-in-class towing up to roughly 8,700 lb, a rare combination in a three-row family SUV.
- Updated cabin with the Uconnect 5 infotainment system, widely rated one of the best touchscreens in the class.
- Genuine three-row seating with a usable third row and good cargo room.
Cons
- Poor fuel economy, especially with the V8 engines.
- Recurring LED headlamp/daytime-running-light failures and high insurance costs on recent model years.
- Underpinnings date to 2011, so some tech (grainy rear camera, no 360-degree view) trails newer rivals.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SXT | $37,760 | discontinued | — | — |
| GT | $40,360 | $38,995 | — | — |
| R/T | $50,560 | discontinued | — | — |
| Citadel | $51,960 | discontinued | — | — |
| SRT 392 | $68,960 | discontinued | — | — |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
2021-2023 cars held unusually high used values due to pandemic-era supply shortages, so comparisons to original MSRP read differently for these years.
Sources (2)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2022-dodge-durango-price
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/dodge-durango-price
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($37,760). Higher trims started higher (up to $68,960), and options added more.
Curve outlook: a typical 2022 loses roughly another 28% of its value over the next 3 years. These are estimates from public data, not a market-price claim.
2021-2023 cars held unusually high used values due to pandemic-era supply shortages, so comparisons to original MSRP read differently for these years.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/dodge-durango/resale-value
Cost to own
| Repairs (rises with mileage) | ≈ $650–700/yr |
| Insurance (medium tier) | ≈ $2,100–2,200/yr |
| Expected lifespan | ~200k miles |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (2)
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/dodge/durango
- moneygeek.comhttps://www.moneygeek.com/insurance/auto/dodge-durango-insurance/
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2022 Dodge Durango have?
Documented issue patterns include: LED daytime-running-light / headlamp failures: the DRL or headlight stops working intermittently and, because the unit is not separately serviceable, the entire (expensive) headlamp assembly must be replaced; Engine cooling-line and Pentastar V6 complaints: ruptured coolant lines (including the rear A/C/transmission coolant tubes) and occasional cylinder misfire reported on the refreshed third generation. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2022 Dodge Durango reliable?
Refreshed third-gen with low complaint volume; the headlamp/DRL failure is the main recurring issue. Strong towing, muscular V8 options and one of the better infotainment systems in the class.
How much did the 2022 Dodge Durango cost new?
Between $37,760 and $68,960 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid. 2021-2023 cars held unusually high used values due to pandemic-era supply shortages, so comparisons to original MSRP read differently for these years.
Is the Dodge Durango expensive to maintain?
Estimated repairs run roughly $650–700/year as mileage climbs.
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