NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit Safety Record
The 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 181 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving its safety performance unrated by NHTSA's star system. Consequently, our computed Safety Index for this model is unavailable. The available data indicates a Light recall and complaint burden band, with zero open recall campaigns on file. The record shows 181 unverified owner complaints. This information does not provide a basis to assess the vehicle's crash safety performance.
The 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls on file, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 181 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit?
No recall campaigns have been issued for the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit. This absence of recalls contributes to the vehicle's placement in the Light recall and complaint burden band, indicating a comparatively modest federal paperwork footprint for its age. While the recall record is clear at present, this status can change should future defect trends emerge. NHTSA's database contains 181 unverified consumer complaints for the 2021 Durango Pursuit. These are owner allegations and do not represent adjudicated defects. A significant concentration of these complaints targets Exterior Lighting and the Electrical System, which together comprise over half of all reported concerns. Of the total complaints, 8 allege crash involvement and 3 allege fire incidents. These specific categories warrant monitoring by consumers, despite the unverified nature of the reported causes and circumstances. No crash-test data from sibling model years is available for contextual reference.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit have any recalls?
The 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. No recall campaigns have been issued for this model year, meaning there are no park-outside advisories or do-not-drive orders associated with any recall action at this time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit?
Owner complaints submitted to NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit total 181 and are unverified allegations. The top reported components are Exterior Lighting with 79 allegations, Electrical System with 39, Engine with 21, Unknown or Other with 20, Structure with 13, and Power Train with 10.
181 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit?
Recall lookup is crucial before purchasing any individual 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit; verify the VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm all recall work is complete.
- The 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit has no NHTSA crash-test result and no star ratings for this specific model year, so federal crash-safety performance data does not exist for this vehicle.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this model year, meaning no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories are currently associated with a recall action.
- Exterior Lighting accounts for 79 of the 181 unverified consumer complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year, making it the single largest reported concern category by a significant margin.
- The 181 unverified complaints include 8 alleged crash-related reports and 3 alleged fire-related reports, categories that shoppers should track through nhtsa.gov for any future regulatory action.
FAQ2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit safety questions
Was the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 181 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 181 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Dodge Durango Pursuit. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Dodge Durango Pursuit 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.