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2011 Dodge Durango Citadel

The 2011 Dodge Durango Citadel is a 3.6-liter with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $42,020 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$42,020 ($60,723 *)
MSRP with Destination$42,870 ($61,951 *)
Destination Charge$850
Engine
Engine Type3.6L V-6
Displacement3.6 L
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular gasoline or E85 (FFV)
Dimensions & Weight
Width85.5 in
Wheelbase119.8 in
Front Track63.9 in
Rear Track64.1 in
Ground Clearance8.1 in
Interior
Headroom Front39.9 in
Headroom Rear39.8 in
Legroom Front40.3 in
Legroom Rear38.6 in
Shoulder Room Front58.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.7 in
Hip Room Front57 in
Hip Room Rear55.5 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2011 Dodge Durango SUV RWD).

Recalls

8 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Dodge DURANGO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Nov 14, 2019 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine and previously recalled under NHTSA Recall 14V530 or 15V115. The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.

Consequence: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) will replace the affected fuel pump relay and related wire harness. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed beginning December 19, 2019. Vehicles that experience a fuel pump failure will receive an interim repair. Owners will receive a second notice when the final remedy becomes available. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V62.

NHTSA campaign 19V813000

Sep 18, 2017 · SERVICE BRAKES

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles had brake booster shields installed under a previous campaign to prevent water from entering the brake booster and limiting braking ability. This recall is to verify that the brake booster shield installation was performed properly.

Consequence: If the brake booster shield was not installed properly, the vehicle's braking ability may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster shield, correcting the installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T59.

NHTSA campaign 17V572000

Jul 10, 2017 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Consequence: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.

NHTSA campaign 17V435000

Dec 28, 2015 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured December 3, 2009, to September 1, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after having been remedied for a prior recall for the vanity lamp wiring. This recall is also addressing certain vehicles that have not been remedied under that prior recall.

Consequence: The vanity lamp wiring may short, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealer will install clearance for sun visor wiring, protection from sharp edges, and replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R71.

NHTSA campaign 15V879000

Oct 8, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Consequence: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.

NHTSA campaign 14V634000

Sep 4, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, to July 20, 2011, and equipped with either a 3.6L or 5.7L engine. In the affected vehicles, the fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning.

Consequence: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump relay with one external to the TIPM, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P54. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 19V813.

NHTSA campaign 14V530000

Jul 2, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 5, 2010, through December 11, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the wiring for the vanity lamp in the sun visor may short circuit, after a service repair is performed.

Consequence: If the vanity lamp wiring shorts, there is an increased risk of fire.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any damaged wiring, and install a new sun visor that properly routes the wire, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P36.

NHTSA campaign 14V391000

Apr 1, 2014 · SERVICE BRAKES

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010, through September 8, 2013. The subject vehicles have a brake booster with a center shell that may corrode and allow water to get inside.

Consequence: The water inside could freeze and limit the braking ability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a water diverter shield to the booster after the booster has been tested to confirm it can hold an acceptable amount of vacuum pressure. If the booster inspection confirms an unacceptable loss of vacuum pressure, the booster will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is P14.

NHTSA campaign 14V154000

800 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Dodge DURANGO

Owner Complaints

800 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Dodge DURANGO (15 mention a crash, 57 a fire, 8 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System514
Engine180
Fuel/Propulsion System119
Service Brakes83
Power Train51
Unknown Or Other50
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 25, 2026 · Engine
“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an engine misfire with a ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to…”
Sep 23, 2026 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the brake pedal became extremely firm however, the contact was able to avoid a crash and pulled over to the…”
Aug 25, 2026 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the vehicle shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where the fuel pump…”
Jun 19, 2026 · Electrical System, Engine
“Car shut off whike driving and couldn't control the vehicle”
Jun 15, 2026 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while starting the vehicle. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V813000…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 DODGE DURANGO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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