Defect Summary: 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.
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The 2016 Dodge Durango is associated with 160 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING, accounting for 40 reports (25% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 4 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.6l 6-cyl and 5.7l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 17 to 21 MPG combined.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 160 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: EXTERIOR LIGHTING (40 / 25%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 23 crash / 1 fire / 10 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 4 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 17–21 MPG across 4 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2016 Dodge Durango?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango RWD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 19 MPG | 26 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Durango AWD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Durango RWD | 5.7L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 14 MPG | 22 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,150 / yr |
| Durango AWD | 5.7L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 14 MPG | 22 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,150 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2016 Dodge Durango?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 2WD | 19.8% | ||||
| SUV 4WD | 21.2% |
Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2016 Dodge Durango models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2016 Dodge Durango?
Summary of 160 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2016 Dodge Durango problems & component breakdown (44 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2016 Dodge Durango?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 10, 2016, to April 28, 2016 and equipped with a 3.6L engine built at the Saltillo engine plant. During the assembly of the engine, the fuel rail crossover tube may have been damaged, which, over time, may result in a fuel leak.
Defect Summary: 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.
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2016 Dodge Durango
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2016 Dodge Durango
How many safety recalls does the 2016 Dodge Durango have?
The 2016 Dodge Durango is associated with 3 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2016 Dodge Durango?
NHTSA records list 160 consumer defect complaints for the 2016 Dodge Durango. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is EXTERIOR LIGHTING, appearing in 40 filings (25% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2016 Dodge Durango?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2016 Dodge Durango earned an Overall Safety Rating of 4 out of 5 stars across 2 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2016 Dodge Durango get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2016 Dodge Durango range from 17 to 21 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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