2001 Dodge Durango vs 2001 Toyota 4 Runner
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 Dodge Durango | 2001 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 665 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 13 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 60 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–14 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 265 | 2 |
| Power Train | 106 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 91 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | 8 |
| Steering | 48 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 45 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 43 | 1 |
| Seats | 29 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 28 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 18 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 0 |
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 0 |
2001 Dodge Durango
2001 Toyota 4 Runner
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.