Does the 2020 Dodge Durango have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Dodge Durango, the most recent reported on April 22, 2021 (Air bags: critical fasteners, Air bags: side/window, curtain). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Dodge Durango?

Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (23 complaints), followed by electrical system (9).

How many 2020 Dodge Durango complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 56 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2020 Dodge Durango recalls and problems

2 recalls and 56 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Dodge Durango.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2020 Dodge Durango recalls

Air bags: critical fasteners · Air bags: side/window, curtain

NHTSA campaign 21V280000 · reported April 22, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 2,721 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing.
The risk: A loose or missing fastener may cause the side curtain air bag to deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will tighten or replace the fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y16.

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 20V191000 · reported September 10, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 319,610 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
The risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Exterior lighting23
Electrical system9
Engine7
Unknown or other6
Structure4
Air bags3
Power train3
Service brakes3
Steering3
Vehicle speed control3

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 23, 2026 · Exterior lighting
I'm here to report yet another Gen 3 Dodge Durango "racetrack" liftgate light assembly experiencing water/moisture ingress. This issue has been ongoing since the 2014 model year when the racetrack lighting was introduced. The issue is, overt time, water makes its way into the assembly, eventually causing one or more…

Sep 16, 2026 · Exterior lighting
Purchased in … from Tri Star Motors in […] with approximately 18,000 miles on it. In …, I noticed some flickering on the passenger side racetrack light and water entrapment after a somewhat heavy snowfall. After some research, I removed the drain bolt and drained the water out. I left the drain bolt off so that water…

Aug 2, 2026 · Electrical system
My entire lighting system in back of truck stopped working. The racetrack lighting system. The license plate lights done. I cannot drive the car at night because I will get pulled over. Dodge saying it is not covered under the extended warranty I purchased.

May 11, 2026 · Unknown or other · fire reported
My 2020 Dodge Durango experienced a severe interior dashboard fire that appeared to originate in the center dash/radio area while the vehicle was parkedin driveway. The fire caused extensive melting and burn damage throughout the dashboard, center console, wiring, and surrounding interior components. The…

May 8, 2026 · Exterior lighting
Tail light not working, was replaced, replacement also malfunctioning.

Durango model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2017	2	215	9	2
2018	5	233	9	0
2019	4	145	5	2
2020	2	56	0	3
2021	8	205	10	4
2022	7	60	2	1
2023	2	32	2	0

Across all years, the 2005 Durango has the most complaints (1,567). All Dodge Durango years →

Questions

Does the 2020 Dodge Durango have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Dodge Durango, the most recent reported on April 22, 2021 (Air bags: critical fasteners, Air bags: side/window, curtain). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Dodge Durango?: Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is exterior lighting (23 complaints), followed by electrical system (9).
How many 2020 Dodge Durango complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 56 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 23, 2026.