2005 Dodge Durango vs 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid
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 | 2005 Dodge Durango | 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,567 | 178 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 25 |
| Investigations | 8 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 38 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 27–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 103,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Ford Escape Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 539 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 216 | 12 |
| Power Train | 217 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 198 | 16 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 203 | 7 |
| Engine | 113 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 111 | 2 |
| Steering | 70 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 329 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 52 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 30 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 25 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 35 |
| Hesitation / surging | 19 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 18 | 11 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 12 | 0 |
2005 Dodge Durango
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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.