Model year guide

2008 Dodge Durango

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Dodge Durango is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 33 on record.

2008 Dodge Durango — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Dodge Durango at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints97
Combined15 mpg
Typical price$6,306

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 Dodge Durango recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #15V313000 · 27/05/2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage drive…

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for C…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V352000 · 24/05/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 200…

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Dodge Durango common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2008 Dodge Durango MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway18 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,064

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Dodge Durango worth?

Low
$3,300
Typical price
$6,306
High
$9,700

From 31 comparable 2008 Dodge Durango listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Dodge Durango costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,320
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,200
Total$24,520
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,306) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,129), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Dodge Durango trims & engines on record

Trims
SLT · SXT · 4x2 v8 slt · 4x4 v8 slt · Limited · Adventure
Engines
3.7L 6-cyl · 4.7L 8-cyl · 5.7L 8-cyl

2008 Dodge Durango vehicles on record

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2008 Dodge Durango — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Dodge Durango have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Dodge Durango. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Durango?

Based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Dodge Durango get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Dodge Durango at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 18 highway).

How much is a 2008 Dodge Durango worth?

Comparable 2008 Dodge Durango listings run roughly $3,300–$9,700, typically around $6,306 (from 31 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.