Model overview

The Dodge Durango is a full-size SUV manufactured by Dodge. The first two generations were based on the Dodge Dakota, both highlighted a body-on-frame structure and both were produced in Delaware.

The third-generation Durango is developed on the same platform as the Jeep Grand Cherokee and has been constructed in Detroit, Michigan, as of mid-2010.

The new model of Durango is equipped either with the 360-hp V-8 engine or with the 293-hp V-6 engine and paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Durango with the V-6 reached a 7.4-second zero-to-60-mph sprint while the V-8 did it in 6.2 seconds.

Dodge Durango known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the Dodge Durango are:

The second generation of the Durango, from 2004-2009 is affected by the Takata defective airbag inflator recall.

The late second generation of Durango from 2007-2009 and early third generation from 2011-2015 are affected by the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) known issues.

Owners of the first generation of the Durango (1998-2003) reported problems when the vehicle was stationary they can’t put the car into gear.

Oil residue and sludge-related engine failure of Chrysler's 2.7L engine affecting the first generation of Durango models.

Dodge Durango PDF owner manual

Below you can find the owners manuals for the Durango model sorted by year. The manuals are free to download and are available in PDF format. Is is recommended to check the owners manual corresponding to the correct year of your Dodge Durango to solve the problems or to get insights about the car.