Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 Durango 3.6L.
The 2018 Dodge Durango 3.6L is an SUV built on the WD platform, powered by a 3.6-liter engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission and EPA-rated at 18 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined. Routine maintenance requires six quarts of 0W-20 oil. With 228 owner complaints, this model year registers far below the nameplate’s historical high of 2,043 reports (1999) and above its low of four (1997), placing it among the more stable entries in the 1997–2026 production run despite five recalls and exterior lighting standing out as the top complaint area.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI H7 · 700 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.
| Engine oil filter | 04892339BE alt 04884899AC |
| Engine air filter | 04861756AA |
| Spark plug | SP143877AB alt SP225755AB |
| Battery | BBH6A001AA alt BBAUX101AB |
| Front wiper blades | 68194931AB alt 68194930AB |
| Serpentine belt | 68495977AA alt 05281374AA |
| Thermostat | 52028898AJ alt 68212516AA |
| Cabin air filter | 68606182AA |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Overall length | 200 in |
| Overall width | 76 in |
| Overall height | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.7 in |
| Curb weight | 4987 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.8 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 18 / 25 / 21 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
No 2018 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | GT 3.6L V6 | 7.40 sec | 15.70 sec | 295 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | GT 3.6L V6 | 7.60 sec | 15.80 sec | 295 hp | RWD |
| 2017 | GT 3.6L V6 | 7.80 sec | 16.00 sec | 295 hp | AWD |
| 2021 | 4 GT 3.6L V6 | 7.80 sec | 15.90 sec | 295 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | Citadel 3.6L V6 | 7.60 sec | 15.80 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | Limited 3.6L V6 | 7.90 sec | 16.00 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | Crew 3.6L V6 | 8.20 sec | 16.40 sec | 290 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | Crew 3.6L V6 | 8.40 sec | 16.50 sec | 290 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5 · 75W-85 · 75W-140 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 130 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Mopar ZF Automatic transmission fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 8.8-9.0 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5 · 75W-85 · 75W-140 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 16.0 |
| 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 Studs | 84.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 133.0 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 Bolts | 70.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 110 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 130 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 130 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 229.0 Do not re-use old hub nut ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 229.0 Do not re-use old hub nut ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Ignition Coil Primary Resistance | 0.6-0.9 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 6,000-9,000 ohms |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Dodge |
| Spark Plug Gap | .043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 13 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mopar |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | ND-12 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | H7 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 700 cca |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | Auxiliary w/Stop Start: 200 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 56.0-60.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 56.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 60.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 56.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 60.0 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 56.0-60.0 psi |
| Engine Compression | 100 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 41; Front: 41; Rear: 20 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 144; Rear: 89 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 41; Rear: 20 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 144; Rear: 89 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: 1.200; Rear: 17 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .00035 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .002 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: 1.200; Rear: 17 |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90.0 | |
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 105 | 30 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 30.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 105 | 30 ft. lbs |
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.
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 4 | Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Turn bolts 125 degrees | 125 degrees |
| 5 | Loosen all bolts completely in reverse order. | |
| 6 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 7 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 8 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 9 | Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Turn bolts 130 degrees. | 130 degrees |
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Bolts 11-15 | 15 ft. lbs |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 | 45 ft. lbs |
| 4 | Bolts 11-15 | 21 ft. lbs |
| 5 | 1-10: Turn 90 | |
Prep M11 Inner bolts
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees; M8 Outer bolts | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 16.0 ft. lbs. | 16 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90.0 degrees; M8 Side bolts | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The current Durango generation (beginning 2011) followed a clear arc: complaint volume peaked in the early years — 797 in 2011 and 781 in 2014 — then dropped sharply through 2015–2017 as the platform matured, reaching a low of 209 complaints and just 2 recalls by 2017. The 2018 model year represents a modest reversal of that downward trend, with complaints ticking up slightly to 228 and recalls more than doubling to 5, while TSBs rose to 367 — the highest count since 2014's 372 — suggesting manufacturer awareness of emerging issues even as overall complaint volume remained well below early-generation levels. The top complaint areas for 2018 are Exterior Lighting (37) and Electrical System (35), followed by Seats (19) and Unknown/Other (16), with 9 crash-related complaints and zero fire complaints; the data does not specify root causes for any of these categories. Notably, 2019 saw complaints fall to 138 and recalls to 4, indicating the 2018 bump was relatively contained rather than the start of a sustained increase. For a used buyer, 2018 is a reasonable but not optimal choice within this generation — it benefits from years of platform refinement but carries slightly more recall exposure and complaint activity than the cleaner 2017 or 2019 model years on either side of it.
All 228 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
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…
Showing 5 of 367 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2208000045 REV.D | 2026-06-26 | Structure | Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection |
| S2623000041 REV.A | 2026-06-19 | Structure | Power Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar… |
| S1623000028 Rev. K | 2026-06-12 | Electrical System | Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window… |
| S2624000006 | 2026-06-10 | Unknown Or Other | Blower Motor Makes Loud Noise |
| 9100835 | 2026-06-08 | Electrical System | Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online… |
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6.0 qt of 0W-20 Meeting Chrysler standard MS-6395 or equivalent., per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.