2019 Dodge Durango: USB charging ports go on and off
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2019 Durango report: USB charging ports go on and off. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 2,400 miles.
NHTSA has 38 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 #11763822 (filed 09/12/2026): “The vehicle fails to start reliably. i have made all the necessary repairs in an attempt to have the car to start reliably. i have replaced items that the average owner would think are normal wear-and-tear items around the starting system. i have also replac…”
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
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (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: USB charging ports go on and off (2019 Durango)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2019 Durango
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