general problems of the 2016 Dodge Durango

The rear license plate light bulb (right) was out and I went to have the bulb replaced. I was quoted over $1100 from the dealer, as the led racetrack lighting was not properly sealed and is collecting water. The collection of water within the light compartment has caused corrosion within, and the wiring to disintegrate. This is a commonly known, yet not addressed safety issue by Dodge. My vehicle will not pass the MA safety inspection at the end of the month. I have read on-line many, many complaints, as well as have spoken to other Durango owners who have experienced this same problem. I have already replaced the racetrack lighting once on this vehicle due to water collection and the brake lights not properly working. This is a known safety issue that needs to be addressed.

Rear racetrack led lighting is failing. One segment has gone dark. You can only replace the entire assembly for over &1500. I found on line there is a class action lawsuit regarding exactly what I am seeing.

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon visual inspection, the contact became aware that the rear exterior lighting was not functioning properly. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.

Around thanksgiving of this year (2022), I noticed that my taillight housing for the center led racetrack lighting on my 2016 Dodge Durango was retaining water. I found this odd because light housings are supposed to be sealed and not allow water to enter. If water gets in, the electrical is at risk and lights can be shorted out or even cause an electrical fire. I conducted research and have found that this is a common issue with the Dodge Durango since this model has been sold. Water has been reported all over the internet of rear light housings that have shorted out or caused major issues. If the lights go out, it can cause visibility issues for vehicles behind you. I have noticed that the lights are now flickering on my vehicle in the area where the water settles. The same light housing contains the license plate lights, the back-up camera, and the reverse lights. I have also noticed that the main taillights that have the functioning brake lights and turn signal have had condensation as well. The part to replace this entire one section of lighting and electrical components is around $1,000. I have noticed that a technical bulletin was sent out by Dodge reference the "license plate led light inoperative - moisture visible within the lens" but it seems to only apply to the license plate lights. However, I believe the issue is much bigger than just the license plate lights and should be addressed with the manufacturer. Most of the components on this light housing contain lighting that is required by most state laws, especially in texas, to be functional. The rear license plate lights and the reverse lights must be functional to pass vehicle inspection that is required to register the vehicle every year. Worst case scenario, the entire housing shorts out and the owner is left with a vehicle that has non-functioning license plate lights, reverse camera, and reverse lights.

Race track lighting taking in water. After researching this - looks like Durango models 2014-20 all have this problem. Dodge does not take responsibility for this- this is happening to thousand and thousands and thousands of people. Dodge taking advantage of their consumers. Dodge continually puts this fault part on their Durangos. There should be a recall on this part- they should fix the parts and they should fix the problem. Is really sad that so many are being taken advantage of. Everyone in Dodge is aware of this- yet they would rather make millions and millions off their consumers. It is unacceptable! please help. - I work hard for my money I should not have to continually pay out for a faulty part that Dodge is aware of.

The rear track lighting for running lights is burning out due to water intrusion. The entire unit will fail from the water. Very common issue with these Dodges. No possible fixes other than replacing units and the cost is really high.

My led taillights keep getting water inside them causing the lights to slowly go out. This will cause a safety issue over time. Also will cause an accident. I feel that Dodge didn't do a good job at sealing the lights. By looking at the pictures you will see what I mean by the water. I have drained the water several times by removing a bolt.

The led race track style light bars, which are the taillights for Dodge vehicles equipped with them, are defective in design; such that they are not sealed properly to prevent water intrusion. The led light bars allow water to pool in the bottom of them causing the lights to go out. Needless to say, since this is the taillight system for the vehicle, it poses a grave safety risk. Additionally, Dodge does not consider �seals� part of their warranty coverage when you try to have it repaired through that channel. I would think driving around with defective water leaking and soon to be malfunctioning taillights would be a bigger safety risk in the eyes of Dodge; however, they seem to think telling me they can order me a new one for $1,200 when it left the factory defective in design is an appropriate remedy.

Water leaks into the racetrack lighting and pools causing burnout of led lighting. This results in reducing visibility of the vehicle due lack of lighting at night. This is a common issue with multiple Dodge Durango�s.

The racing taillights are not sealed well enough. Water is getting into the light. It will cause part of light to go out.

The lighting system allowed water to enter the lights, causing them to fail as they filled up (from bottom to top) to the point that they won't properly indicate running lights or brake lights. This failure has been slowly occuring over the course of 4 years until it now fails to pass the safety inspection.

Portions of the rear led taillight have shorted out due to water accumulation in the housing.

The racetrack lighting on the back of the vehicle filled with water and burned out several led lights. It was still under warranty and replaced at no charge. Once I was over 36,000 miles, the same thing happened with the new part the dealer installed. I called dealer since 5 months later after the new installation, the same thing happened. It is obviously a defective part and should be replaced at no fee.

I noticed water made its way into led taillight housing after opening lift gate. Water was visibly draining. Vehicle was stationary. After draining water by removing bolt, the led has a roughly 6 inch dark spot where the water was resting. Its a widespread issue with 2014+ Dodge Durangos and replacemebt parts are $1,100. 00. A recall should be issued for this issue.

Center section of rear vehicle lighting failed. Leaving inadequate rear lights.

Please add to #11183410. Lost complete functionality of the center track light assembly to include reverse lights. This is now a safety issue!.

Went out to get something out of the car that has been parked in the driveway for a couple of days, after a rain event and noticed liftgate track lights gets water inside eventually causing an electrical short in the red led's it's a whole assembly which includes license plate lights & backup camera, the part is expensive and warranty for this type of part is up to 36,000 miles. Also there is a squeaking noise with the suspension while in motion when you go down or up on a sloped area (etc. Turning in or out of a gas station entrance) dealers cant figure out why. Theses are possible safety issues but unknown.

The rear taillight or as it's called the rear racetrack light fills with water in the lower right and left corners when it's raining. This has caused some electrical issues and now some of the led have shorted. Visibility of my rear lights has decreased because of the moisture inside the taillight. . Read more...

The rear taillight or as it's called the rear �racetrack� light fills with water when it's raining. This has caused some electric issues and now some of the led have shorted. Visibility of my rear lights has decreased because of the moisture inside the taillight, and it's only matter of time before all of the remaining led bulbs are shorted out as well.

The racetrack led lighting on the back of the vehicle keeps burning out. The light assembly holds water and it just pools up inside the plastic assembly, eventually burning the led's out. Have had replaced while under warranty, problem occurred almost immediately again. No longer under warranty, and now responsible for the repair, dealer knows its an issue.

Race track light system collecting water inside the taillight assembly and causing lights not to work.

Takata recall the problem with my Durango is the same problem that hundreds of other Durango owners are having, its the race track light and the poor manufacturing of them. Water shouldn't be able to get in to them causing them to burn out. Those light are a main part of the running lights in the day and night. Here in canada it is illegal to not have them on at night. There would be no problems if these bulbs were accessible to change, but their not which makes them a manufactured defect. The dealer should be responsible to replace or repair the issues at their own cost, not telling customers sorry lights aren't covered under warranty.

The light that runs across the back of the truck (rail light) cuts on an off due to water that is inside the light due to o a manufacturing problem. The case that the light is in hold moisture. It short the light out and it also can start a fire. I almost got hit by an 18 wheeler truck at night because the lights went out on the back with out me knowing it. My 4 children and I could've died. Please look into this. There are several models with this problem.