2001 Dodge Durango Reliability
The 2001 Dodge Durango has 665 owner complaints and 7 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about suspension and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Durango model years (1999–2003), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Durango's typical year, while the 2003 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
665
NHTSA owner complaints
7
Recall campaigns
60
Complaints citing a crash
20
Complaints citing a fire
2001 Dodge Durango complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 model year, filed between 2001 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 265 | 40% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 105 | 16% |
| Electrical system | 91 | 14% |
| Service brakes | 54 | 8% |
| Engine & cooling | 53 | 8% |
| Steering | 48 | 7% |
| Air bags | 43 | 6% |
| Seats | 29 | 4% |
2001 Dodge Durango recalls
7 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2001 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00V366000 | Nov 9, 2000 | Child seat | Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that… |
| 01V077000 | Mar 7, 2001 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / lever and linkage / column shift | Vehicle description: light duty trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive. The electric shift transfer case may not fully engage into gear when the operator moves the transfer case selector switch. |
| 04V596000 | Dec 21, 2004 | Suspension — front / control arm / upper ball joint | On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel drive (4x4), if moisture leaks into the front suspension upper ball joint, evacuation of the lubricant and corrosion of the joint may cause the joint to wear over an extended period… |
| 06E024000 | Mar 15, 2006 | Engine & cooling | Certain replacement k&n fuel performance kits, p/nos. 57-1509, 57-1511, 57-1511-1, 57-1517, 57-1517-1, 57-1527, and 57-1530. Also, a small percentage of these kits were sold under the mopar performance parts brand name (p/nos. P5007069 and p5007070). All kits… |
| 06V339000 | Sep 7, 2006 | Electrical system | On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with front bench seats only, if fluid is spilled from the floor mounted cup holder, an unused console power outlet connector located under the seat may become contaminated. |
| 07V555000 | Dec 4, 2007 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / lever and linkage / column shift | On certain van and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperative. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the "park" position with the ignition key removed (or in the "lock"… |
| 08E064000 | Oct 20, 2008 | Suspension — front / hub | Skf is recalling 2,805 hub units, part no. Br930361, sold as a service part for 1997-2004 Dodge dakota vehicles and 1999-2003 Dodge Durango vehicles equipped with 2-wheel drive & rear axle abs. Due to a specification error, the rotor pilot for the hub unit… |
How the 2001 compares with nearby Durango years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year Durango analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2,012 | 5 | Suspension | Avoid |
| 2000 | 1,097 | 4 | Suspension | Avoid |
| 2001 (this page) | 665 | 7 | Suspension | Caution |
| 2002 | 434 | 6 | Suspension | Solid |
| 2003 | 339 | 6 | Suspension | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2001 Dodge Durango
- Suspension: listen for clunks over bumps, look for leaking struts and uneven tire wear.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Brakes: check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, and look at rotor and pad wear; ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 7 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2001 Dodge Durango reliability FAQ
Is the 2001 Dodge Durango reliable?
The 2001 Dodge Durango has 665 owner complaints and 7 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about suspension and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Durango model years (1999–2003), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Durango's typical year, while the 2003 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2001 Dodge Durango problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Dodge Durango are suspension (265), powertrain / transmission (105), electrical system (91), service brakes (54). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2001 Dodge Durango have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2001 Dodge Durango, including 00V366000 (child seat) and 01V077000 (powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / lever and linkage / column shift). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2001 Dodge Durango compare with the 2000 and 2002 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2000 has 1,097 complaints and 4 recalls (avoid); the 2002 has 434 complaints and 6 recalls (solid). The 2001 has 665 complaints and 7 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2001 Dodge Durango?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2001 Durango, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.