Dodge Durango · Model year 2015
2015 Dodge Durango specs, maintenance & manuals
Owner and shopper reference for the 2015 Dodge Durango, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 8 manufacturer publications.
- Horsepower
- 290–360 hp
- Combined MPG
- 16–20
- Recalls
- 4
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
2015 Dodge Durango specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2015 specification sheet.
General information3 specs
- Vehicle Type
- Four-door sport-utility vehicle
- Assembly Plant
- Jefferson Avenue North, Detroit, Mich.
- EPA Vehicle Class
- Multipurpose vehicle
Body/chassis2 specs
- Layout
- Longitudinal front engine, rear drive (transfer case with full-time all-wheel drive available)
- Construction
- Steel unibody
Engines34 specs
| 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 | |
| Availability | Standard on SXT, Limited and Citadel (RWD and AWD, not available on R/T) |
| Type and Description | 60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 220 cu. in. (3604 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.78 x 3.27 (96 x 83) |
| Valve System | Chain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Aluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Power (est.) (SAE J2723) | 290 hp (216 kW) at 6,400 rpm (SXT, Limited); 295 hp (220 kW) (Rallye and Blacktop Packages, Citadel) |
| Torque (est.) (SAE J2723) | 260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) at 4,800 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 6,400 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R + M)/2 |
| Oil Capacity | 6.0 qt. (5.7 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.4 qt. (9.9 liters) without trailer tow; 11 qt. (10.4 liters) with trailer tow |
| Emission Controls | Dual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(a) |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy/combined) | RWD – 18/25/20; AWD – 17/24/19 |
| Assembly Plant | Trenton South Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich. |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 | |
| Availability | Standard on R/T and optional on Limited and Citadel (RWD and AWD) |
| Type and Description | 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) |
| Valve System | Variable-valve timing (VVT), pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, eight deactivating and eight conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power (est.) (SAE J2723) | 360 hp (268 kW) at 5,150 rpm |
| Torque (est.) (SAE J2723) | 390 lb.-ft. (529 N•m) at 4,250 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 5,800 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2—recommended; unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2—acceptable |
| Oil Capacity | 7 qt. (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 15.4 qt. (14.6 liters) without trailer tow; 16 qt. (15.2 liters) with trailer tow |
| Emission Controls | Dual close-coupled three-way catalytic converters, quad heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(a) |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (City/Hwy/Combined) | RWD – 14/23/17; AWD – 14/22/16 |
| Assembly Plant | Saltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico |
(a) Meets Calif. LEV II+ evaporative emission requirements in CA, NY, MA, ME, VT and Federal Bin 5+ Tier II emissions and Clean Fuel Fleet Certification (CCF).
TransmissionTorqueFlite eight-speed automaticTransmission: TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic11 specs
- Availability
- Standard on all models
- Description
- Driver-interactive manual control via steering wheel paddle shifters and electronically modulated torque converter clutch
- 1st
- 4.714
- 2nd
- 3.143
- 3rd
- 2.106
- 4th
- 1.667
- 5th
- 1.285
- 6th
- 1.000
- 7th
- 0.839
- 8th
- 0.667
- Reverse
- 3.295
Transfer cases10 specs
| MP 3010 | |
| Availability | Standard with V-6 engine and AWD |
| Type | Single-speed |
| Operating Mode | Full-time AWD |
| Low Range Ratio | None |
| Torque Split, Front/Rear | 50/50 |
| MP 3023 | |
| Availability | Standard with V-8 engine and AWD |
| Type | Two-speed, electronically shifted |
| Operating Modes | AWD Low (Lock), Neutral; full-time active AWD |
| Low Range Ratio | 2.72 |
| Torque Split, Front/Rear | Variable |
Axles4 specs
| front | rear | |
|---|---|---|
| Differential Type | Conventional | Conventional |
| Availability | Standard on AWD models | Standard on all engines |
| Ring Gear Diameter | 7.7 (195) | 8.4 (215) (V-6); 8.9 (225) (V-8) |
| Axle Ratios | 3.45:1 (V-6); 3.09:1 (V-8) | 3.45:1 (V-6); 3.09:1 (V-8) |
Electrical system2 specs
- Alternator
- 160-amp; 180-amp or 220-amp depending on option content
- Battery
- Maintenance-free H7 700 CCA
Suspension2 specs
- Front
- Short- and long-arm independent (SLA), coil springs, gas-charged, twin-tube coil-over shock absorbers, upper- and lower-control arms (“A” arms), stabilizer bar
- Rear
- Multi-link rear suspension, coil spring, twin tube shocks (including load leveling for towing), aluminum lower control arm, independent upper links (tension and camber) plus a separate toe link
Steering5 specs
- Type
- Power rack and pinion
- Steering Ratio
- 19:1
- Turn Circle
- 37.1 ft. (11.3 m)
- Lock-to-Lock Steering Wheel Rotations
- 3.67
- Power Steering pump
- Electro-hydraulic on V-6; hydraulic on V-8
Brakes7 specs
| Type | Power-assisted, anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| Availability | |
| Front: Rotor size and type | 13.0 x 1.26 (330 x 32) vented disc (V-6); 13.8 x 1.26 (350 x 32) vented disc (V-8) |
| Front: Caliper size and type | 1.89 (48) two-piston pin-slider caliper |
| Front: Swept area, (sq. in. / sq. cm) | 305 (1,969) (V-6); 324 (2,088) (V-8) |
| Rear: Rotor size and type | 13.0 x 0.55 (330 x 14) solid disc (V-6); 13.0 x 0.87 (330 x 22) vented disc (V-8) |
| Rear: Caliper size and type | 1.89 (48) single-piston floating caliper |
| Rear: Swept area, (sq. in. / sq. cm) | 257 (1,658) |
Dimensions and capacities19 specs
- Wheelbase
- 119.8 (3,042)
- Track, Front
- 63.9 (1,623)
- Track, Rear
- 64.1 (1,627)
- Overall Length
- 201.2 (5,110)
- Overall Width (Width at Mirrors)
- 85.5 (2,172)
- Body Width
- 75.8 (1,924)
- Overall Height (at Roof Rail / at Antenna)
- 70.9 (1,800.5) / 72.7(1,847), R/T – 71.9 (1,827)
- Load Floor Height
- 32.2 (817), R/T – 31.4 (797.6)
- Sill Step Height
- 20.5 (521.5), R/T – 19.7 (500.4)
- Ground Clearance (with P265/60R18 Tire and 3.6 liter engine)
- 8.1 (207)
- Ground Clearance: Chassis (Fuel Tank)
- 10.0 (254)
- Ground Clearance: Front Axle
- 9.6 (243.2)
- Ground Clearance: Rear Axle
- 10.1 (256)
- Approach Angle (degrees)
- 16.3
- Ramp Breakover Angle (degrees)
- 18.1
- Departure Angle (degrees)
- 21.5
- Frontal Area
- 31.0 sq. ft. (2.88 sq. m)
- Drag Coefficient
- 0.35
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 24.6 gal. (93.1 liter)
Accommodations20 specs
- Seating Capacity (front/second/third rows)
- 2/3/2, 2/2/2 with optional second-row captain’s chairs
- Front: Head Room
- 39.9 (1,013)
- Front: Legroom
- 40.3 (1,025)
- Front: Shoulder Room
- 58.5 (1,486)
- Front: Hip Room
- 57.0 (1,449)
- Front: Seat Travel
- 11.0 (280) driver, 9.0 (230) passenger
- Front: SAE Front Volume Index
- 54.4 cu. ft. (1.54 cu. m)
- Second Row: Head Room
- 39.8 (1,011)
- Second Row: Legroom
- 38.6 (981)
- Second Row: Shoulder Room
- 50.4 (1,281)
- Second Row: Hip Room
- 42.8 (1,088)
- Second Row: SAE Volume
- 44.8 cu. ft. (1.27 cu. m)
- Third Row: Head Room
- 37.8 (960)
- Third Row: Legroom
- 31.5 (800)
- Third Row: Shoulder Room
- 50.4 (1,281)
- Third Row: Hip Room
- 42.8 (1,088)
- Third Row: SAE Volume
- 34.7 cu. ft. (0.98 cu. m)
- SAE Cargo Volume: Behind Third Row
- 17.2 cu. ft. (0.49 cu. m)
- SAE Cargo Volume: Behind Second Row
- 47.7 cu. ft. (1.35 cu. m)
- SAE Cargo Volume: Behind Front-row Seats with Rear Seats Folded
- 84.5 cu. ft. (2.39 cu. m)
Weights (estimates)12 specs
| Engine | GVWR(a) lbs. (kg) | Curb weight(b) lbs. (kg) | Payload(c) lbs. (kg) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD SXT | 3.6-liter | 6,500 (2,948) | 4,756 (2,157) | 1,330 (605) |
| RWD Limited | 3.6-liter | 6,500 (2,948) | 4,838 (2,195) | 1,330 (605) |
| RWD Limited | 5.7-liter | 7,100 (3,221) | 5,176 (2,348) | 1,350 (610) |
| RWD Citadel | 3.6-liter | 6,500 (2,948) | 4,905 (2,225) | 1,280 (580) |
| RWD Citadel | 5.7-liter | 7,100 (3,221) | 5,200 (2,359) | 1,290 (585) |
| RWD R/T | 5.7-liter | 7,100 (3,221) | 5,133 (2,328) | 1,340 (605) |
| AWD SXT | 3.6-liter | 6,500 (2,948) | 4,913 (2,229) | 1,410 (640) |
| AWD Limited | 3.6-liter | 6,500 (2,948) | 4,987 (2,262) | 1,420 (645) |
| AWD Limited | 5.7-liter | 7,100 (3,221) | 5330 (2,418) | 1,430 (650) |
| AWD Citadel | 3.6-liter | 7,100 (3,221) | 5097 (2,312) | 1,360 (615) |
| AWD Citadel | 5.7-liter | 7,100 (3,221) | 5397 (2,448) | 1,370 (620) |
| AWD R/T | 5.7-liter | 7,100 (3,221) | 5331 (2,418) | 1,340 (605) |
Footnotes (a), (b) and (c) are referenced in the column headings but their text is not printed in the sheet.
Wheels3 specs
| Wheel 1 | Wheel 2 | Wheel 3 | Wheel 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard on SXT and Limited | Optional on Limited | Standard on R/T and Rallye Package | Standard on Citadel and Blacktop Package |
| Type and Material | Painted machine cast-aluminum, 10-spoke (Mineral Grey pockets on Limited) | Polished machined cast-aluminum, 5-spoke | Hyper Black painted machined cast-aluminum, twin five-spoke (Polished with Gloss Black pockets optional on R/T) | Polished machined cast-aluminum, 15-spoke (Gloss Black on Blacktop Package) |
| Size (inches) | 18 x 8 | 20 x 8 | 20 x 8 | 20 x 8 |
Tires3 specs
| Tire 1 | Tire 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard on SXT and Limited | Standard on R/T and Citadel, optional on SXT and Limited |
| Size and Type | P265/60R18 | P265/50R20 |
| Mfr. and Model | Michelin Latitude Tour Black Sidewall All-season | Goodyear Fortera HL Black Sidewall All-season |
BrakesfeaturesBrakes: features6 specs
- Parking Brake Type
- Rear, mechanical, drum-in-hat
- Power Assist
- Single-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum
- Four–wheel Anti-lock Brakes
- Standard
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- All-speed traction control
- Standard
- Brake Assist
- Standard
Trailer towing4 specs
| Engine | Axle ratio | Maximum trailer weight(b) lbs. (kg) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RWD | 3.6-liter V-6 | 3.45 | 6,200 (2812) |
| RWD | 5.7-liter V-8 | 3.09 | 7,400 (3356) |
| AWD | 3.6-liter V-6 | 3.45 | 6,200 (2812) |
| AWD | 5.7-liter V-8 | 3.09 | 7,200 (3265) |
Footnotes (a) and (b) are referenced in the headings but their text is not printed in the sheet.
Source: 2015 Dodge Durango Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2015 feature availability guide.
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StandardOptionalPart of a packageNot available
| Feature | SXT | Limited | Citadel | R/T |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior | ||||
| Billet Silver Metallic, Bright White, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat, Sandstone Pearl Coat, Deep Cherry Red Crystal (SXT, Limited, Citadel only), Granite Crystal Metallic, Maximum Steel Metallic, Redline 2 Coat Pearl (Rallye, Blacktop and R/T only), True Blue Pearl Coat and Black Forest Green (SXT, Limited and Citadel only) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Badges (Limited / Citadel / R/T) | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| BodyBody-color with accent color lower — includes bright insert on front fascia lower opening | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Body-color with sport appearance lower contour on front | Pkg | Opt | N/A | Std |
| Deep-tint sunscreen glass | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| GrilleChrome surround and split crosshairs, black texture | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Body-color surround and split crosshairs, black texture | Pkg | Pkg | N/A | Std |
| Chrome surround and split crosshairs, chrome texture | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Gloss Black surround and split crosshairs, Gloss Black texture | Pkg | Pkg | N/A | Opt |
| Power liftgate | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std |
| Sunroof, power front | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt |
| Bright roof rails with stowable integrated cross bars | Pkg | Std | Std | N/A |
| Projector fog lamps integral with front fascia | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| LightingLED daytime running lights | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Automatic headlamps (ON/OFF) actuates when ambient light is at low levels, includes headlamps-on-with-wipers | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Projector headlamps | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| High-intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlamps. Includes automatic headlamp leveling system and halogen high beams | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std |
| Auto-dimming high-beam headlamp control system | N/A | Pkg | Std | Opt |
| MirrorsPower, manual foldaway with heating element, body-color | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power multifunction with memory, manual foldaway, heating element, auto- dimming on driver side, supplemental turn signal and Blind-spot Monitoring (if equipped), with chrome mirrors on Citadel | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| TiresP265/60R18 BSW All-season tires | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| 265/50R20 BSW All-season tires | Opt | Opt | Std | Std |
| Wheels18-in. Tech Silver aluminum | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 18-in. Polished aluminum with Mineral Gray pockets | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| 20-in. Gloss Black aluminum | Pkg | Pkg | N/A | Pkg |
| 20-in. Hyper Black aluminum | Pkg | Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| 20-in. high-gloss Granite Crystal finish | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| 20-in. polished aluminum | N/A | Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| 20-in. full polish aluminum | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Wheel Lip MoldingsAccent color | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Body color | Pkg | Pkg | N/A | Std |
| WipersFront, speed-sensitive, variable intermittent with one-gallon fluid capacity | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Front, rain-sensitive automatic feature | N/A | Pkg | Std | Pkg |
| Rear, with fixed intermittent and continuous speeds and washer | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Interior | ||||
| Auxiliary Power115-volt AC, 150-watt power outlet located in rear of center floor console | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlets (3) located in the center console and rear cargo compartment | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tri-zone automatic temperature control, includes infrared sensors and rear seat outlets | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear air conditioning with headliner vents and rear seat controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Air filtering | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ColorsBlack with light headliner | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Black with black headliner | Pkg | Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| Black/Light Frost Beige | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Black/Tan with black headliner | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Black with red accent stitching, black headliner | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Overhead front with two LED map lamps, two courtesy lamps, sunglass storage bin, HomeLink control switches (if equipped), power liftgate switch (if equipped) and power sunroof controls (if equipped) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Full-length front floor console with two illuminated cup holders; Media Hub with SD slot, USB and AUX jack; two-tier armrest storage with interior 12-volt power outlet (if equipped), console lid tissue holder; two-speed transfer case switch (if equipped) and forward storage tray with flood lamp. Rear of console features A/C vent controls, 115-volt AC power outlet (if equipped). There are two charging USB ports on the rear of console and second-row heated seat switches (if equipped) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ConsoleSecond-row console with armrest and storage (only available with second-row captain’s chairs) | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Multimedia Systems5-in. touchscreen Uconnect AM/FM/CD/MP3/SiriusXM Radio | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 8.4-in. touchscreen Uconnect Access Via Mobile AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/ SiriusXM Radio | Opt | Std | N/A | Std |
| 8.4-in. touchscreen Uconnect Access Via Mobile AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/ SiriusXM Radio with voice recognition navigation | N/A | Pkg | Std | Opt |
| Includes one-year subscription SiriusXM Radio | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Sirius Travel Link includes five-year subscription | N/A | Pkg | Std | Pkg |
| Single CD player (replaces front armrest storage) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Six speakers (two instrument panel mounted 2.5-in. tweeters, two front door 6x9-in. full-range speakers, two rear door 6.5-in. full-range speakers) | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Beats by Dr. Dre audio system with 12-channel amp, 3.5-in. instrument panel speaker, 1-in. mirror flag tweeters, 6x9-in. front door speakers, 6.5-in. rear door speakers, 2.5-in. D-pillar speakers and one 8-in. dual voice coil subwoofer (Late availability) | N/A | Pkg | Opt | Std |
| Audio/video jacks in the side of the front seats (if equipped with rear DVD) | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| SeatsGradual mesh cloth bucket seats with Carolina cloth bolsters | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Capri leather seats with Capri bolsters | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Capri leather seats with Capri bolsters with red accent stitching | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Nappa leather with Axis II perforated Nappa leather insert seats with ventilated front seats with red or black accent stitching & R/T embroidery | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg |
| Nappa leather with Axis II perforated Nappa leather insert seats with ventilated front seats | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A |
| Seats, FrontPower four-way driver and front passenger lumbar adjustment | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated front seats | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated second row seats | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Eight-way power driver seat | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Six-way power passenger seat | N/A | Std | N/A | Std |
| Eight-way power passenger seat | N/A | N/A | Std | Pkg |
| Front passenger fold-flat seat | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Seats, second-row — 60/40 split fold and tumble, with headrests in all three seating positions | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Seats, second-row — captain’s chairs with center console | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Seats, third-row, 50/50 split folding — includes headrests that can be folded electronically from switch on instrument panel center stack | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering ColumnTilt/telescoping steering column | Std | Std | N/A | Std |
| Power tilt/telescoping steering column | N/A | Opt | Std | Opt |
| Steering WheelUrethane with audio, speed, EVIC, voice-recognition and phone controls | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Leather-wrapped with audio, speed, EVIC, voice-recognition and phone controls | Pkg | Std | N/A | Std |
| Perforated leather-wrapped with audio, speed, EVIC, voice-recognition, phone and adaptive speed controls | N/A | N/A | Std | Pkg |
| Heated steering wheel | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Powertrain and Chassis | ||||
| Engines3.6‑liter Pentastar V‑6 variable-valve timing (VVT) | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| 5.7‑liter V‑8 with Fuel Saver Technology system, Fuel Saver mode and VVT | N/A | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Four-Wheel Drive SystemSingle-speed, full-time AWD includes NV140 transfer case (requires 3.6‑liter V‑6 engine) (AWD models only) | Opt | Opt | Opt | N/A |
| Two-speed, active on demand AWD (packaged with 5.7‑liter V‑8 engine) (AWD models only) | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 160, 180 or 220-amp alternator (Dependent on optional equipment) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Battery — 700 amp, maintenance free | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ExhaustSingle rear exhaust on right side (packaged with 3.6‑liter V‑6 engine) | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Dual rear exhaust with bright tips (packaged with 3.6‑liter V‑6 engine) | Pkg | Pkg | Std | N/A |
| Dual rear exhaust with bright tips (packaged with 5.7‑liter V‑8 engine) | N/A | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Fuel tank — 24.6 gal. capacity with power locking fuel door | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| SuspensionNormal-duty suspension | Std | Std | Std | N/A |
| Sport suspension | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std |
| Eight-speed automatic | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Safety and Security | ||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop — automatically adjusts speed and maintains preset distance to adapt to the traffic flow. Three driver-selectable distance settings | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg |
| Advanced multistage, driver and front-passenger, inflates with a force appropriate to the severity of the frontal or near frontal impact | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Advanced side-curtain, provide additional protection to front, second- and third- row (if equipped) outboard occupants in the event of a rollover | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Advanced supplemental front seat side air bags, provide additional protection in the event of a side-impact collision | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| All-speed traction control system (TCS) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Air BagsBlind-spot Monitoring — notifies driver of vehicles traveling in their blind spot using illuminated icons in the exterior rear view mirrors. If the turn signal is engaged when a vehicle is in the blind spot an audible chime will sound | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Brake/Park interlock | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Crumple zones | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Dual-note electric horn | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Speed-sensitive automatic power | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| One-touch driver unlock, two-touch passenger door unlock key fob | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-protection, rear | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Energy-absorbing steering column | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front seat-belt pretensioners | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Door LocksForward Collision Warning (FCW) — alerts the driver (via radar sensor) of a potential collision situation. Two alert timings: far and near | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg |
| Height-adjustable seat belts | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| High-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps with automatic headlamp leveling | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std |
| HomeLink universal transceiver — programmable radio frequency codes for garage door, security gate and security lighting, mounted in overhead console | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| ParkSense rear park assist — sensors in rear bumper detect obstacles, includes shut-off switch | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| ParkView rear backup camera — rear-mounted camera with 8.4-in. display (where equipped), activated when vehicle is shifted into reverse includes ParkSense rear park assist system | Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | N/A | Pkg | Std | Pkg |
| Ready Alert Braking — anticipates situations when the driver may initiate an emergency brake stop and uses the ESC pump to set the brake pads against the rotors, decreasing the time required for full brake application | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear Cross Path detection — in parking lot situations the system will notify the driver if a vehicle is traveling toward the path of the vehicle. An audible chime will sound and an icon will illuminate in the exterior mirror | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Remote keyless/illuminated entry system — includes panic button | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote start | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Seat belts — includes three-point for all positions | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Sentry Key engine immobilizer — electronic transponder in key determines if valid key is being used to start vehicle | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Auto-dimming high-beam headlamp control system | N/A | Pkg | Std | Pkg |
| TPM display | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Trailer-sway control — works in tandem with electronic stability control (ESC) to help improve handling in adverse towing conditions caused by crosswinds and traffic | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Uconnect Voice Command | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Vehicle security alarm | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Packages | ||||
Blacktop Appearance PackageGloss Black split crosshair grille, Gloss Black 20-in. aluminum wheels, Gloss Black exterior mirrors, Durango Gloss Black Badges, body-color front and rear fascia moldings and black headlamp bezels | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt |
Navigation and Power Liftgate Group8.4-in. touchscreen Uconnect Access Via Mobile AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/ SiriusXM Radio with voice recognition navigation and Power Liftgate | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Customer Preferred Orderleather-wrapped steering wheel, power 12-way driver seat, including power four-way power lumbar adjustment, bright side roof rails with integrated, stowable cross bars and SiriusXM Radio | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Premium GroupBeats by Dr. Dre audio system (late availability), 8.4-in. touchscreen Uconnect Access Via Mobile AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/SiriusXM Radio with voice-recognition navigation, power liftgate, sunroof and 20-in. polished aluminum wheels | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Trailer Tow Group IV180-amp alternator, heavy-duty engine oil cooler, class IV hitch receiver, seven- and four-pin wiring harness, rear load leveling shocks and a full-size spare tire | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Second-row Fold/Tumble Captain’s Chairssecond-row seat mounted inboard armrests and mini console with cup holders | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Second-row Center Console with Armrest12-volt power outlet, USB charge port, illuminated cup holders and under armrest storage bin | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Premium Nappa Leather and Convenience GroupRed or Black perforated Nappa leather seats with red accent stitching and power 12-way front control with driver seat memory, heated and ventilated front seats, perforated leather wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped door panels, cargo cover and net, power tilt/telescoping steering column, rain-sensitive wipers and auto high beam headlamps | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt |
Technology GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Forward Collision Warning with Crash Mitigation and Blind-spot Monitoring/Rear Cross Path detection | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt |
Popular Equipment GroupParkView rear backup camera, ParkSense rear park assist, auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated front seats, and heated steering wheel | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rear DVD Entertainment Centereight-way power front seats with driver seat memory, dual flip-up seat-back mounted screens, Blu-ray and DVD compatibility, wireless remote and headsets (2) and HDMI and RCA inputs for each screen | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Rallye Appearance Packagebody-color split crosshair grille, lower front and rear fascias, wheel lip and body side moldings, dual bright exhaust tips and Hyper Black 20-in. R/T aluminum wheels and tires | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Safety, Security and Convenience Groupcargo cover and net, rain-sensitive wipers, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, Blind-spot Monitoring/Rear Cross Path detection, auto high beam headlamps and low beam HID auto-leveling headlamps (Limited) | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Skid Plate Groupskid plates for the fuel tank, transfer case (if equipped), front suspension and underbody | Opt | Opt | Opt | N/A |
Mopar Chrome Appearance Packagechrome tubular side steps, front and rear door entry guards, bright pedal kit, chrome exhaust tip (SXT) and chrome mirror caps (SXT and Limited) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Mopar Black/Chrome Appearance Packageblack tubular side steps, front and rear door entry guards and bright pedal kit | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Uconnect Access 8.4-in. AM/FM/BluetoothUconnect 8.4-in. touchscreen display, roadside assistance and 9-1-1 Call and a six-month Uconnect Access Advantage trial | Opt | Std | N/A | Std |
Uconnect Access 8.4-in. AM/FM/Bluetooth/Access/NavigationUconnect 8.4-in. touchscreen display, one-year subscription to SiriusXM radio with SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link and six-month trials Uconnect Access Advantage Via Mobile | N/A | Pkg | Std | Opt |
- Group names follow the guide's sub-headings; a few rows sit under the preceding sub-heading exactly as printed (for example the fuel tank under Exhaust).
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Limitedover SXT+22 standard
- Badges (Limited / Citadel / R/T)
- Bright roof rails with stowable integrated cross bars
- Lighting: LED daytime running lights
- Power multifunction with memory, manual foldaway, heating element, auto- dimming on driver side, supplemental turn signal and Blind-spot Monitoring (if equipped), with chrome mirrors on Citadel
- 18-in. Polished aluminum with Mineral Gray pockets
- 115-volt AC, 150-watt power outlet located in rear of center floor console
- 8.4-in. touchscreen Uconnect Access Via Mobile AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/ SiriusXM Radio
- Includes one-year subscription SiriusXM Radio
- Capri leather seats with Capri bolsters
- Power four-way driver and front passenger lumbar adjustment
- Seats, Front: Heated front seats
- Seats, Front: Heated second row seats
- Seats, Front: Eight-way power driver seat
- Seats, Front: Six-way power passenger seat
- Leather-wrapped with audio, speed, EVIC, voice-recognition and phone controls
- Heated steering wheel
- HomeLink universal transceiver — programmable radio frequency codes for garage door, security gate and security lighting, mounted in overhead console
- ParkSense rear park assist — sensors in rear bumper detect obstacles, includes shut-off switch
- ParkView rear backup camera — rear-mounted camera with 8.4-in. display (where equipped), activated when vehicle is shifted into reverse includes ParkSense rear park assist system
- Door Locks: Remote start
- Door Locks: TPM display
- Door Locks: Vehicle security alarm
Citadelover Limited+17 standard
- Chrome surround and split crosshairs, chrome texture
- Power liftgate
- Sunroof, power front
- High-intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlamps. Includes automatic headlamp leveling system and halogen high beams
- Auto-dimming high-beam headlamp control system
- 265/50R20 BSW All-season tires
- Wheels: 20-in. full polish aluminum
- Wipers: Front, rain-sensitive automatic feature
- Colors: Black/Tan with black headliner
- 8.4-in. touchscreen Uconnect Access Via Mobile AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/ SiriusXM Radio with voice recognition navigation
- Sirius Travel Link includes five-year subscription
- Nappa leather with Axis II perforated Nappa leather insert seats with ventilated front seats
- Seats, Front: Eight-way power passenger seat
- Power tilt/telescoping steering column
- Perforated leather-wrapped with audio, speed, EVIC, voice-recognition, phone and adaptive speed controls
- High-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps with automatic headlamp leveling
- Door Locks: Rain-sensing wipers
R/Tover Citadel+13 standard
- Body-color with sport appearance lower contour on front
- Body-color surround and split crosshairs, black texture
- 20-in. high-gloss Granite Crystal finish
- Wheel Lip Moldings: Body color
- Front, speed-sensitive, variable intermittent with one-gallon fluid capacity
- Black with red accent stitching, black headliner
- 8.4-in. touchscreen Uconnect Access Via Mobile AM/FM/CD/HDD/MP3/ SiriusXM Radio
- Beats by Dr. Dre audio system with 12-channel amp, 3.5-in. instrument panel speaker, 1-in. mirror flag tweeters, 6x9-in. front door speakers, 6.5-in. rear door speakers, 2.5-in. D-pillar speakers and one 8-in. dual voice coil subwoofer (Late availability)
- Capri leather seats with Capri bolsters with red accent stitching
- Seats, Front: Six-way power passenger seat
- Seats, Front: Front passenger fold-flat seat
- Tilt/telescoping steering column
- Leather-wrapped with audio, speed, EVIC, voice-recognition and phone controls
Standard on every trim (38)
- Body: Deep-tint sunscreen glass
- Projector fog lamps integral with front fascia
- Automatic headlamps (ON/OFF) actuates when ambient light is at low levels, includes headlamps-on-with-wipers
- Rear, with fixed intermittent and continuous speeds and washer
- 12-volt power outlets (3) located in the center console and rear cargo compartment
- Tri-zone automatic temperature control, includes infrared sensors and rear seat outlets
- Rear air conditioning with headliner vents and rear seat controls
- Climate Control: Air filtering
- Overhead front with two LED map lamps, two courtesy lamps, sunglass storage bin, HomeLink control switches (if equipped), power liftgate switch (if equipped) and power sunroof controls (if equipped)
- Full-length front floor console with two illuminated cup holders; Media Hub with SD slot, USB and AUX jack; two-tier armrest storage with interior 12-volt power outlet (if equipped), console lid tissue holder; two-speed transfer case switch (if equipped) and forward storage tray with flood lamp. Rear of console features A/C vent controls, 115-volt AC power outlet (if equipped). There are two charging USB ports on the rear of console and second-row heated seat switches (if equipped)
- Seats, second-row — 60/40 split fold and tumble, with headrests in all three seating positions
- Seats, third-row, 50/50 split folding — includes headrests that can be folded electronically from switch on instrument panel center stack
- 160, 180 or 220-amp alternator (Dependent on optional equipment)
- Electrical: Battery — 700 amp, maintenance free
- Fuel tank — 24.6 gal. capacity with power locking fuel door
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
- Advanced multistage, driver and front-passenger, inflates with a force appropriate to the severity of the frontal or near frontal impact
- Advanced side-curtain, provide additional protection to front, second- and third- row (if equipped) outboard occupants in the event of a rollover
- Advanced supplemental front seat side air bags, provide additional protection in the event of a side-impact collision
- Air Bags: Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- Air Bags: All-speed traction control system (TCS)
- Air Bags: Brake/Park interlock
- Air Bags: Crumple zones
- Air Bags: Dual-note electric horn
- Door Locks: Speed-sensitive automatic power
- One-touch driver unlock, two-touch passenger door unlock key fob
- Door Locks: Child-protection, rear
- Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
- Door Locks: Energy-absorbing steering column
- Door Locks: Front seat-belt pretensioners
- Door Locks: Height-adjustable seat belts
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Ready Alert Braking — anticipates situations when the driver may initiate an emergency brake stop and uses the ESC pump to set the brake pads against the rotors, decreasing the time required for full brake application
- Remote keyless/illuminated entry system — includes panic button
- Seat belts — includes three-point for all positions
- Sentry Key engine immobilizer — electronic transponder in key determines if valid key is being used to start vehicle
- Trailer-sway control — works in tandem with electronic stability control (ESC) to help improve handling in adverse towing conditions caused by crosswinds and traffic
- Door Locks: Uconnect Voice Command
Source: 2015 Dodge Durango Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2015 Dodge Durango fuel economy (EPA)
The EPA rates the 2015 Dodge Durango at 16–20 MPG combined; the 3.6L 6-cylinder (RWD) is the most efficient and the 5.7L 8-cylinder (AWD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.
City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).
| Version | Engine | Transmission · drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango RWD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 14MPG | 22MPG | 17MPG | $4,200 | 531 |
| Durango RWD | 3.6L 6-cylinderFFV | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 18MPG | 25MPG | 20MPG | $3,100 | 436 |
| Durango AWD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · AWD | 14MPG | 22MPG | 16MPG | $4,450 | 541 |
| Durango AWD | 3.6L 6-cylinderFFV | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 17MPG | 24MPG | 19MPG | $3,300 | 458 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.
2015 Dodge Durango wheels & tires
Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.
| Fits | Tire | Wheel | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SXT and LimitedStandard | P265/60R18Michelin Latitude Tour | 18 × 8 in, cast aluminum | all-season, black sidewall |
| R/T and CitadelStandard | P265/50R20Goodyear Fortera HL | 20 × 8 in, cast aluminum | all-season, black sidewall |
| SXT and LimitedOptional | P265/50R20Goodyear Fortera HL | 20 × 8 in, cast aluminum | all-season, black sidewall |
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Depending on equipment the manual describes a compact spare, a full-size spare, a limited-use spare or a tire service kit with no spare; the placard shows which.
- Lug nut torque
- 130 ft-lb (176 N·m), M14 x 1.50 thread, 22 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2015 Dodge Durango Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2015 Dodge Durango maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.
Additional Inspections
- Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
- Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing
- Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function
Additional Maintenance
- Replace the air conditioning filter
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace the air conditioning filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs.** | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Change transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary | ||||||||||||||
At every oil change
- Change oil and filter
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect exhaust system
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
Severe duty, all models
- Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if operated in a dusty and off-road environment
Once a month or before a long trip
- Check engine oil level
- Check windshield washer fluid level
- Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
- Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering, and fill as needed
- Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Notes
- Oil change intervals should never exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first
- Spark plug interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply
Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.
Compare with another year2015 Dodge Durango fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Shared across engines | ||
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 3.6L and 5.7L engines | 25 gal94 L |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | 6 qt5.6 L | |
| Cooling system | Without trailer tow package | 10.4 qt9.9 L |
| With trailer tow package | 11 qt10.4 L | |
| 5.7L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | 7 qt6.6 L | |
| Cooling system | Without trailer tow package | 15.4 qt14.6 L |
| With trailer tow package | 16 qt15.2 L | |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (organic additive technology) antifreeze/coolantMS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil3.6L engine | SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395 | Mopar (Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent also named) |
| Engine oil5.7L engine | SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395 | Mopar (Pennzoil, Shell Helix or equivalent also named) |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar engine oil filter | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs | Mopar spark plugs | Mopar Spark Plugs |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ZF 8&9 Speed ATF or equivalent | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF |
| Transfer case3.6L engine | Automatic transmission fluid | Shell Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Transfer case5.7L engine | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | Mopar ATF+4 |
| Axle differential (front and rear) | SAE 75W-85 synthetic axle lubricant, GL-5 | Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 10% (E10); E85 only on flex-fuel equipped vehicles; E85 capable |
| 5.7L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy) | Up to 10% (E10) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Lug nuts/boltsThread M14 x 1.5022 mm socket | 130 ft‑lb (176 N·m) |
- Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Engine oil capacities are with filter.
- Manual's fluid table lists a ZF 8&9 speed ATF for the automatic transmission as printed.
- Refer to the oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
- Avoid fuel containing methanol or more than 10% ethanol in non-flex-fuel engines.
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2015 Dodge Durango recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2015 Dodge Durango: 4 recall campaigns, 505 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Durango SUV 2WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Dodge Durango SUV 4WD | 21.2% risk |
Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Recalls (4)
Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.
Electrical system: wiringMay 17, 2018 · Campaign 18V332000
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 Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 18V332000 on NHTSA.govService brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperMarch 23, 2016 · Campaign 16V168000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured December 9, 2015, to January 14, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the left front brake caliper may crack due to being made from an incorrect material.
Risk: A cracked brake caliper may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front left brake caliper and depending on its casting date, replace it, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 12, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S16.
Campaign 16V168000 on NHTSA.govSuspension: rearJuly 27, 2015 · Campaign 15V469000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured June 12, 2015, to June 20, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that may have been incorrectly heat treated. This may cause the rear lower control arm to fracture.
Risk: If the rear lower control arm fractures it may result in a change in ride height, loss of rear end stability, and reduced braking capabilities, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began July 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R38. Note: This supersedes Recall No. 15V-407.
Campaign 15V469000 on NHTSA.govEquipment: electrical: radio/tape deck/cd etc.July 23, 2015 · Campaign 15V461000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Risk: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate…
Campaign 15V461000 on NHTSA.govOwner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 505
- Crashes
- 26
- Fires
- 4
- Injuries
- 37
- Exterior lighting197
- Electrical system95
- Seats91
- Unknown or other47
- Air bags42
- Engine38
- Power train38
- Structure21
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Durango. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2015 Dodge Durango owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2015 model year.
Owner's manuals
Uconnect & radio
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Read for lake-effect country
Reading the 2015 Durango data for Great Lakes roads
None of the factory data on this page changes from one region to the next, but what deserves a second look does. Below are the 2015 Dodge Durango lines that matter for a Bowling Green winter, a spring of broken pavement, a boat on the hitch or a long descent in the hills.
Tire choices for squall and thaw
Big wheels look good, but after a March commute on Detroit or Cleveland streets they are the ones that come home bent. This year's sizes run from P265/60R18 on 18-inch wheels to P265/50R20 on 20-inch wheels; the smaller fitment carries a taller sidewall that absorbs pothole strikes and usually costs less to replace.
The oil grade on a January morning
The 2015 Dodge Durango fluids table lists SAE 5W-20, with 6 qt (3.6L) and 7 qt (5.7L) per change. Lake-effect winters are full of short, cold trips: to work, to school, to the store and home again before the engine reaches temperature. That pattern is tough on oil, so let the oil-change indicator set the interval and never stretch it.
Battery checks before the cold
The spec sheet lists 700 cold-cranking amps. A Durango left at a lake cottage or in a pole barn for weeks slowly drains its battery, and a cold snap then finds it with nothing to spare. A plug-in maintainer for stored vehicles is cheap insurance in the Great Lakes states.
Traction for snowbelt hills and hollows
This model year offers rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. In Kentucky, the payoff comes in the first hour of a storm, before plows reach side streets, and on boat ramps slick with algae where a two-wheel-drive tow vehicle can spin. Keep the system's limits in mind on ice: driven wheels add grip for going, not for stopping or turning.
Antifreeze for both ends of the year
The system holds 10.4 to 11 qt (3.6L) and 15.4 to 16 qt (5.7L) of OAT coolant (10-year/150,000-mile formula). Stellantis manuals call for a 50/50 mix, good to about -34°F (-37°C), which is colder than a typical Great Lakes winter night; the real risk is dilution from top-ups with plain water. The same mix raises the boiling point for a loaded summer climb through the Tennessee mountains. A cheap tester checks the strength each fall.
Clearance for frozen ruts and hollow roads
Listed ground clearance: 8.1 to 10.1 inches. Two places in this region test it. One is a snowbelt side street after a squall, where frozen ruts form before the plow comes back. The other is a gravel road up an Appalachian hollow, where a high crown and washouts can catch a low underbody. Knowing the figure helps you choose a line instead of guessing.
Tank size for hill country
The 2015 Dodge Durango holds 25 gallons of fuel. Once you leave the interstate in West Virginia or eastern Kentucky, mountain routes can run a long way between stations, and the climbs burn more fuel than flat miles do. Fill up before heading into the hills.
Capacities, ratings and service intervals: Stellantis data for the 2015 Durango. The Great Lakes reading of them is independent and is not factory or dealer advice.
2015 Dodge Durango questions
How much oil does the 2015 Dodge Durango take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2015 Dodge Durango use?
3.6L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); 5.7L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); and Engine oil filter: Mopar engine oil filter.
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2015 Dodge Durango?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing; inspect the brake linings, parking brake function; replace the air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2015 Dodge Durango owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2015 Dodge Durango get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Dodge Durango at 16–20 MPG combined, depending on the version. 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 14 city / 22 highway / 17 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 18 city / 25 highway / 20 combined; 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, AWD: 14 city / 22 highway / 16 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, 4WD: 17 city / 24 highway / 19 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.
What size tires does the 2015 Dodge Durango use?
Factory tire sizes: P265/60R18 (SXT and Limited); P265/50R20 (R/T and Citadel, SXT and Limited). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), not in a single table.
Does the 2015 Dodge Durango have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2015 Dodge Durango. The most recent: Electrical system: wiring (May 2018), Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components (March 2016), and Suspension: rear (July 2015). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2015 Dodge Durango?
Owners have filed 505 complaints about the 2015 Dodge Durango with NHTSA. The components named most often are exterior lighting (197), electrical system (95), and seats (91). 26 complaints involved a crash and 4 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
What is the 2015 Dodge Durango's NHTSA crash-test rating?
NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2015 Dodge Durango is 4 out of 5 stars (Dodge Durango SUV 2WD: 4 and Dodge Durango SUV 4WD: 4). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.