2021 Dodge Durango Rear Spoiler May Detach, Becoming Road Hazard
Chrysler is recalling 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles because the rear spoiler may not be properly aligned and could detach during liftgate use, creating a road hazard. Dealers will replace the spoiler free of charge.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a structural body defect (rear spoiler misalignment) that poses a risk of detachment and road hazard. However, no injuries, deaths, or actual crashes have been reported. The hazard is potential rather than realized, so per the rubric, the score is at most 3.
Plain-English summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Durango vehicles due to a rear spoiler alignment issue. The rear spoiler may not align properly with the roof, causing it to become damaged during liftgate use.
If the spoiler becomes damaged, it could detach and fall onto the roadway, creating a hazard that may increase the risk of a crash.
Chrysler dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2021. For service, owners can contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403 (referencing recall Y73). The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline is available at 1-888-327-4236 or www.nhtsa.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- DODGE DURANGO
- Brand
- DODGE
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Category
- Vehicle — Rear Spoiler
- Affected units
- 4,837
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- DURANGO
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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