While the 2013 Dodge Durango has a lot of reported problems—including musty odors and issues with the locks—it still has above-average reliability ratings.

The 2013 Dodge Durango has everything you look for in an SUV—versatility, comfort, and generous cargo space and towing capacity. With a powerful V8 engine option and three rows of seats, the 2013 Durango can do it all.

The downside? The 2013 Durango has had 555 complaints and 11 recalls.

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The most common 2013 Dodge Durango problems

The list of 2013 Dodge Durango problems is extensive. With 555 total complaints and 11 recalls, the 2013 Dodge Durango has plenty of problems to go around.

The 2013 Dodge Durango recalls include (with several repeats):

Fuel pump relay may fail resulting in a stall: This could lead to your 2013 Durango stalling suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Incorrectly installed brake booster shield: If your Durango brakes don’t work correctly, you could get in an accident.

Alternator may fail resulting in engine stall: Having your Durango

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or stall suddenly means you run the risk of a fire or car accident.

Vanity lamp short may result in fire: The wiring on your vanity lamp may short and cause a fire.

Loss of power brake assist: If the water inside your brake assist freezes, your brake ability will be limited, increasing the chances of a crash.

Hard brake pedal may lengthen stopping distance: This can prevent drivers from using their brakes properly, causing the stopping distance to increase.

Incorrect seating capacity label: Without the correct seating capacity label, your 2013 Durango could be overfilled, increasing the likelihood of injury.

Occupant restraint control module: If you’re in a side impact accident, the side airbag may not deploy correctly.

Some of the most common problems with the 2013 Dodge Durango include a musty odor coming from the Durango’s HVAC system and issues with the automatic locks. The locks tend to lock and unlock in damp conditions—like a car wash. Drivers have to replace the door and liftgate lock cylinder switches to fix this issue.

2013 Durango owners also report complaints about the limited trunk space, issues with the Durango’s acceleration, and lack of forward visibility.

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Is the 2013 Dodge Durango reliable?

The 2013 Dodge Durango has above-average reliability scores for a full-size SUV with a 3.5/5.0 reliability rating from RepairPal. J.D. Power rates the 2013 Dodge Durango 73/100 for quality and reliability.

The 2013 Dodge Durango ownership costs are average at about $709. This means the 2013 Durango’s repairs don’t tend to be severe or frequent. While it may have a lot of problems, the 2013 Durango doesn’t tend to need major repairs.

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