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2021 Dodge Durango

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 Durango.

The 2021 Dodge Durango calls for 7.0 quarts of 0W‑40 engine oil, a specification that underscores its maintenance requirements. In its model year, owners logged 185 total complaints, with exterior lighting leading the issue list and seven recalls recorded. Compared with the Durango’s complaint history from 1997 to 2026, the 2021 figure is far beneath the 1999 peak of 2,043 complaints yet markedly above the 1997 low of just four reports. This places the 2021 model in a middling reliability position within the vehicle’s long‑term trend.

Model year2026202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-40OEM · verified
Lug nut torque130 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Gas: H7; Diesel: H8; Auxiliary: Aux 14 · Gas: 700; Diesel: 800; Auxiliary: 200 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. 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 Gas: H7; Diesel: H8; Auxiliary: Aux 14 · Gas: 700; Diesel: 800; Auxiliary: 200 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size265/50R20 107TOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04884899AC alt 04892339BE
Engine air filter04861756AA alt 53010798AD
Spark plugSP225755AB alt SP143877AB
Battery56029759AB alt 05033393AB
Front wiper blades68194931AB alt 68194930AB
Serpentine belt68207171AD alt 05281374AA
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 68212516AA
Cabin air filter68606182AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

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

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

Independent road tests for the Durango of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.4–7.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.40 sec — 2021 4 SRT Hellcat
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20214 SRT Hellcat 6.2L Supercharger V83.40 sec11.70 sec710 hpAWD
20214 SRT Hellcat 6.2L Supercharger V83.60 sec12.00 sec710 hpAWD
20214 SRT 392 6.4L V84.10 sec12.70 sec475 hpAWD
20214 GT 3.6L V67.80 sec15.90 sec295 hpAWD
20224 SRT 392 6.4L V84.30 sec13.00 sec475 hpAWD
2019Pursuit V-8 (Police) 5.7L V86.50 sec14.90 sec360 hpAWD
20184 SRT 392 6.4L V84.50 sec13.00 sec475 hpAWD
20184 SRT 392 6.4L V84.60 sec13.20 sec475 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.0 qt of 0W-40 engine oil, GL-5 · Synthetic · 75W-85 in the differential, Dot 3 · DOT 4 · DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 111 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid CapacityHP50 & HP95
Brake FluidDot 3 · DOT 4 · DOT 3
Differential Gear OilGL-5 · Synthetic · 75W-85
Engine Coolant CapacityEquipped with Trailer Tow Package; 11.0 Qts.; Not Equipped with Trailer Tow Package
Engine Coolant CapacityEquipped with Trailer Tow Package; 16.0 Qts.; Not Equipped with Trailer Tow Package
Engine Coolant Capacity16.0 qt
Engine Oil0W-40 · Synthetic

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.67 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.67 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts130 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts111 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill PlugMP2010: 18.0 ft-lbs; MP3023: 20.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain PlugMP 2010: 18.0 ft-lbs; MP3023: 20.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug20.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug20.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
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
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.6-0.9 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance6,000-9,000 ohms
Spark Plug ManufacturerMopar
Spark Plug Gap0.043 in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeVC-46
RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND-12
RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPAG

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum56.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum60.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum56.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum60.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum56.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum60.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum56.0 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 41.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 20.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 125.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 89.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.7
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.201; Rear: 17
Maximum Rotor RunoutMeasure on Vehicle: .0008"

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Inspection Procedure (Upper) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Place jack stands as far out as possible under both lower control arms. Step 3: The vehicle can now be lowered onto the jack stands supporting as much weight as possible. Step 4: Remove front tires. Step 5: Place plunger on upper side of upper ball joint making sure that it is perpendicular to boss machined surface. Step 6: Use a pry bar between upper control arm and knuckle to pry upward. Step 7: Document movement from the dial indicator. Step 8: Replace upper control arm and ball joint if travel exceeds specifications.
Inspection Procedure (Lower) — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Place jack stands as far out as possible under both lower control arms. Step 3: The vehicle can now be lowered onto the jack stands supporting as much weight as possible. Step 4: Place a dial indicator on the upper side of lower control arm. The plunger should be placed on lower surface of knuckle. Step 5: Use a pry bar to pry upward under tire. Step 6: Document travel. Step 7: Replace lower ball joint if travel exceeds specifications.
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°30 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°30 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.66 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 9.03.66 ft. lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1M6 Bolts3.66 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 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 96,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 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 6,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 12,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 24,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 90,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
Every 96,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Drive Belt Tensioner (inspect) · Engine 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.

In 2021 the Dodge Durango generated 185 federal complaints, 7 recalls and zero investigations, with 550 TSBs filed. That complaint level is higher than the 53 complaints recorded in 2020 but comparable to the 53 complaints in 2022, while the recall count exceeds the 2 recalls of 2020 and matches the 6 recalls of 2022. The 2021 figures sit within a broader downward trend that began after the 2014 peak of 781 complaints, with annual complaints generally falling to the low hundreds by 2023. The dominant complaint categories for 2021 are exterior lighting (60 reports) and electrical system/exterior lighting (17 reports), together accounting for a sizable share of the 185 filings. Because the 2021 model shows a modest uptick in complaints and a notable number of recalls relative to its immediate neighbors, a buyer should weigh these factors and consider a comprehensive inspection before purchasing.

7
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
550
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
185
Owner complaints
9 involved a crash · 4 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 185 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Exterior Lighting60
Electrical System,Exterior Lighting17
Unknown Or Other11
Structure11
Engine8
Electrical System6
Back Over Prevention6
Fuel/Propulsion System4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V842000Structure:BodyReported 28/10/2021

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer…

21V280000Air Bags:Critical FastenersReported 22/04/2021

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Durango vehicles. The Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) fastener may be loose or missing. Remedy: Dealers will tighten or replace the fastener, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 550 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
08-256-262026-07-01Electrical SystemUconnect® Screen Turns Blank Or Black Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ●…
S2208000045 REV.D2026-06-26StructureBackup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
S2623000041 REV.A2026-06-19StructurePower Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar…
91008332026-06-17Fuel/Propulsion SystemFuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other…
S268A0000142026-06-17Electrical SystemRadio/ETM is Adding Approximately 27mA Draw to Vehicle When in Logistics Mode

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 2021 Durango take?

7.0 qt of Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W-40 Full Synthetic, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 Durango have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.