Oh no, I have bad news for the Dodge Durango. This beefy SUV faces a class action lawsuit because of alleged taillight failure. Water can leak into the lights, causing them to fail or even catch on fire. 

Dodge Durango taillight lawsuit 

A class action lawsuit against the Dodge Durango has been filed in Delaware. It claims that the ‘racetrack’ LED taillights in 2014-2023 Durango SUVs are prone to water damage that causes them to fail. 

Plus, the water intrusion in the taillight assembly may cause electrical circuits in crucial electrical components, creating a dangerous fire hazard risk. 

This is on top of the taillights, reverse lights, and/or license plate lights failing. It can reduce visibility in traffic and increase the risk of accidents and injuries. Sometimes the lights change colors or flicker a few times before totally going dark. 

According to Lemon Law Experts, water from rain, car washes, snows, or any time the SUVs come into contact with the rear of the vehicle may cause damage. 

Some owners claim that Dodge techs shared that the lights weren’t properly sealed during production. Also, one owner shared that he wasn’t aware of water in his taillights until a burning smell filled his cabin. 

The plaintiffs claim that Stellantis (previously known as Fiat Chrysler Auto) has been aware of the defect but still charges drivers up to $2,000 for repairs. The repairs aren’t covered under the extended warranty. 

The plaintiffs are seeking financial compensation for legal fees, and want Stellantis to recall or replace the affected SUVs.