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2017 Dodge Durango — 3.6L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Durango 3.6L.

Body SUVEngine 3.6LTransmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2017 Dodge Durango is a body‑on‑frame (WD) midsize SUV powered by a 3.6‑liter engine paired with an eight‑speed automatic transmission, a combination that carries a 6.0‑quart oil capacity using 0W‑20 viscosity and delivers EPA ratings of 18 mpg city, 25 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined. Its drivetrain and fuel‑efficiency figures stand out within the generation, while the model’s overall reliability record shows 209 owner complaints for the year, most frequently concerning exterior lighting and two issued recalls. Compared with the broader Durango line—spanning 1997 to 2026, which saw a low of four complaints in its debut year and a peak of 2,043 in 1999—the 2017 iteration sits near the low‑end of the complaint spectrum, indicating a relatively solid reliability standing for this model year.

Model year201920182017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque130 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy18/25/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI AUXILIARY: W/STOP START: N/A · AUXILIARY: W/STOP START: 200 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI AUXILIARY: W/STOP START: N/A · AUXILIARY: W/STOP START: 200 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP265/60R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 68191349AC
Engine air filter04861756AA
Spark plugSP143877AB alt SP225755AB
BatteryBBH7A001AA alt BBAUX101AB
Front wiper blades68194931AB alt 68194930AB
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 68212516AA
Cabin air filter68606182AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length200 in
Overall width76 in
Overall height70.9 in
Wheelbase119.7 in
Curb weight4987 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 25 / 21 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

7.4–7.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.40 sec — 2017 GT
295 hpHorsepower (as tested)
260 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017GT 3.6L V67.40 sec15.70 sec295 hpAWD
2017GT 3.6L V67.60 sec15.80 sec295 hpRWD
2017GT 3.6L V67.80 sec16.00 sec295 hpAWD
2014Citadel 3.6L V67.60 sec15.80 sec290 hpAWD
2014Limited 3.6L V67.90 sec16.00 sec290 hpAWD
20214 GT 3.6L V67.80 sec15.90 sec295 hpAWD
2011Crew 3.6L V68.20 sec16.40 sec290 hpAWD
2011Crew 3.6L V68.40 sec16.50 sec290 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Synthetic · 75W-85 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 130 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidUse Mopar AT Fluid Part number 68218925AA
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.8-9.0
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSynthetic · 75W-85 · GL-5
Engine CoolantMS-12106
Engine CoolantMS-12106
Engine Oil0W-20 · MS-6395
Engine Oil Capacity6.0 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.6 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs84.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)22.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)38.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts70.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to Transmission80.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts130 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts70.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill PlugMP2010: 16.0-21.0, MP3023: 15.0-25.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain PlugMP2010: 16.0-21.0, MP3023: 15.0-25.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug7.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.6-0.9 ohms

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group NumberAUXILIARY: W/STOP START: N/A
Standard BCI Cranking PerformanceAUXILIARY: W/STOP START: 200 cca
Optional BCI Group NumberW/OUT START STOP: 94R
Optional BCI Cranking PerformanceW/OUT START STOP: 800 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58 +- 5 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)56-60 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 41; Rear: 20
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 144; Rear: 89
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 15.5; Rear: 24
Minimum Pad Thickness0.040 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.200; Rear: 17; Rear: 18
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation0.0035
Maximum Rotor Runout0.002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
290.0
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: + 10530 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 9 stages

Prep If the threads of the old bolts are stretched or damaged, do not re-use old bolts. Do not apply additional oil to the bolt threads.

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
233.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
333.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
4Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Turn bolts 125 degrees125 degrees
5Loosen all bolts completely in reverse order.
622.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
733.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
833.0 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
9Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Turn bolts 130 degrees.130 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep M11 Inner bolts

115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
290 degrees; M8 Outer bolts90 degrees
116.0 ft. lbs.16 ft. lbs
290.0 degrees; M8 Side bolts90 degrees
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2017 Dodge Durango shows a notable increase in complaints (209) compared to 2016 (159), but remains well below the generation peak of 781 complaints recorded in 2014. Recalls in 2017 dropped to just 2, which represents the lowest point in the entire dataset through 2019, following a gradual decline from 11 recalls in both 2013 and 2014. However, this low recall count is followed by a rebound to 5 recalls in 2018, suggesting the platform's issues were not fully resolved. TSBs continued their downward trajectory at 282, down from 302 in 2016, indicating reduced dealer-level service interventions. The top complaint areas—Exterior Lighting (57), Electrical System (18), and Power Train (14)—suggest systemic electrical and lighting concerns persisting into this model year, though crash-related complaints (9) and fire complaints (2) remained relatively low. The 2017 model sits at a transitional point: complaints ticked upward after 2016's relative trough, while recalls hit their nadir, which could indicate either resolution of major defects or a lag before new issues surfaced. Given the low recall burden but elevated complaint volume in specific electrical categories, this year represents a moderate-risk option—better than the high-complaint 2013-2014 period but without the near-term clarity of post-refresh models with stable, lower complaint numbers.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
282
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
209
Owner complaints
9 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 209 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Exterior Lighting57
Electrical System18
Power Train14
Electrical System,Exterior Lighting13
Engine12
Unknown Or Other8
Seats8
Fuel/Propulsion System6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V332000Electrical System:WiringReported 17/05/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June…

17V541000Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle ShaftReported 31/08/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Durango vehicles. The vehicles may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short. Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace both halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 282 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S2623000041 REV.A2026-06-19StructurePower Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar…
S1623000028 Rev. K2026-06-12Electrical SystemOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S26230000412026-06-05Electrical SystemPower Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar…
S1623000028 REV.J2026-06-05StructureOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S1623000028 REV.I2026-05-29Electrical SystemOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2017 Durango 3.6L take?

6.0 qt of 0W-20 Meeting Chrysler standard MS-6395 or equivalent., per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Durango have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 3.6L get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.