2021 Dodge Durango: Engine turns over but will not start (intermittent)
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2021 Durango report: engine turns over but will not start (intermittent). CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 500 miles.
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints for the 2021 Durango in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11766455 (filed 09/23/2026): “The contact owns a 2021 dodge durango. the contact stated that while pulling up to the residence, there was a gurgling sound coming from the vehicle. while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the gurgling sound got louder. the contact's husband opened the …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11755126 (filed 08/05/2026): “Started having problems with the engine losing power and sputtering was told by a repair shop that the engine needs replaced it has been sitting since…”
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: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (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: Engine turns over but will not start (intermittent) (2021 Durango)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2021 Durango
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