Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2023 Dodge Durango SRTRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints for the 2023 Dodge Durango SRT. Most complaints involve electrical system (2) and service brakes (1). The EPA rates it 13–15 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
13–15mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
6
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$5,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Dodge Durango SRT as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2023 – Nov 2025
  1. Electrical system2
  2. Service brakes1
  3. Exterior lighting1
  4. Engine1
  5. Fuel system, gasoline1
  6. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Durango SRT model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2018196
2019116
202020
2021207
20236
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

2 reports
“Uconnect box requires service. Dinging inside car constantly and no error message when this occurs.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 4, 2025Electrical systemODI 11697373

Service brakes

1 report
“Brake vacuum boost pump failed while driving and I had very little stopping power.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 8, 2024Service brakesODI 11576283

Exterior lighting

1 report
“My left rear tail light has a water intrusion issue. From calling the dealership they stated their likely solution would be to drill a weep hole in it (HA!). Reading online this is a massive issue, a recall needs to be issued on these vehicles as it is a known defect with safety a cost impacts.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 25, 2024Exterior lightingODI 11567724
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
6.4L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged
Transmissions
Automatic 8-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Durango SRT AWD
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L · All-Wheel Drive
131915$5,300584
Durango SRT AWD
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive
121713$6,150659
  • Durango SRT AWD
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L
    13 city · 19 hwy · $5,300/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
  • Durango SRT AWD
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    12 city · 17 hwy · $6,150/yr
    13
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Dodge Durango SRT as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 17244
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2023 Durango SRT questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Dodge Durango SRT have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 28, 2026.

What are the most common 2023 Dodge Durango SRT problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (2), service brakes (1), exterior lighting (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Dodge Durango SRT get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Dodge Durango SRT at 13–15 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026