CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Dodge Durango has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 161 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 1 fire, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (53 reports).
2016 Dodge Durango recalls
Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk
A short circuit in the wiring can stop the cruise control from disengaging, whether by pressing the brake pedal or switching the system off manually.
Fuel Leak Can Raise Fire Risk in Some 2016 SUVs
Some 2016 SUVs built between February 10 and April 28, 2016, with a 3.6L engine from the Saltillo engine plant may have a fuel rail crossover tube that was damaged during engine assembly.
Cracked Front Brake Caliper Can Lengthen Stopping Distance
Certain 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles built between December 9, 2015 and January 14, 2016 may have a left front brake caliper made from an incorrect material.
Most common 2016 Dodge Durango problems
Problem areas named in the 161 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 53 |
| Electrical System | 40 |
| Power Train | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 26 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Suspension | 5 |
What owners report
On September 4, 2026, the front passenger Active Head Restraint (AHR/headrest) in my 2016 Dodge Durango unexpectedly deployed and struck my daughter in the back of the head. The vehicle was completely stationary and parked in a parking lot after leaving her doctorâs appointment. I had started the vehicle, but we remained parked talking for approximately 1â2 minutes. There was no collision, impact, sudden stop, or other event involving the vehicle. Without any warning, we heard a very loud popping/banging sound. I initially turned toward the rear of the vehicle because I thought the noise had come from behind us. My daughter, who was seated normally in the front passenger seat, then told
On August 6, 2026, at approximately 6:00 a.m., I was driving my 2016 Dodge Durango northbound to work at approximately 60 mph. It was dark and the roadway was slightly wet from overnight rain. While traveling in the left lane under normal driving conditions, I suddenly heard a loud pop and the driverâs Active Head Restraint/headrest sprung forward, striking me hard in the back of the head. The impact caused my head to be thrown forward and caused me to swerve. I immediately pulled over to determine what had happened. After exiting the vehicle, I discovered that the driverâs headrest had sprung open and forward. There had been no collision or other impact immediately before the headrest
Passenger active headrest deployed while parked on driveway.
We had an issue with an error message in the middle of driving that stopped the acceleration of the vehicle, this seems to be common, looking at forums online. The inspection request is acceptable. The message we receive is "Shift to P before changing gears". The vehicle will stop in the middle of traffic and sometimes require a complete restart before being able to shift to drive. This has put myself, my wife, and two children in immense danger as the vehicle can stop at any point in time in oncoming traffic. We've taken it to a dealer who inspected the shifter and they didn't see any issues they couldn't replicate the issue happening. Two separate mechanic shops also cannot replicate
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a strong fuel odor in the interior of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed the strong fuel odor. The contact was employed by an independent mechanic, so the independent mechanic inspected the vehicle; however, the contact was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall with a similar failure description; however, the VIN was not associated. The manufacturer was not made awa
2016 Dodge Durango questions
Does the 2016 Dodge Durango have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Dodge Durango: Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk; Fuel Leak Can Raise Fire Risk in Some 2016 SUVs; Cracked Front Brake Caliper Can Lengthen Stopping Distance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Dodge Durango?
Based on 161 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (53), Electrical System (40), Power Train (30).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Dodge Durango has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.