2019 Dodge Durango: Braking not adequate when towing
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2019 Durango report: braking not adequate when towing. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 3,000 miles.
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints for the 2019 Durango in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11773167 (filed 10/23/2026): “I am writing to formally escalate an ongoing and serious safety issue involving my 2019 dodge durango r/t, vin [xxx], which was originally transported from canada and is now registered in new york, united states. i have experienced repeated incidents involvin…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11752707 (filed 07/24/2026): “The contact owns a 2019 dodge durango. the contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off, the vehicle independently started, and the contact was alerted by the audible sound coming from the horn. the contact exited the residence and became aware that th…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Pads and rotors are a common DIY job with hand tools and a jack; ABS/hydraulic faults need a scan tool. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
- CarComplaints.com: Braking not adequate when towing (2019 Durango)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2019 Durango
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