Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 Durango 5.7L.
The 2018 Dodge Durango 5.7L is a midsize SUV built on the WD platform and powered by a 5.7‑liter V8 that requires six quarts of 0W‑20 oil and is paired with an eight‑speed automatic transmission delivering EPA‑rated 14 city/22 highway/17 combined miles per gallon; its exterior lighting system accounts for the bulk of the 228 owner complaints logged during the model’s production run, which includes five recalls and a reliability trajectory that peaked in 1999 with 2,043 complaints and bottomed out in 1997 with only four, placing the 2018 year near the lower end of its historical complaint spectrum.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 04892339BE alt 04884899AC |
| Engine air filter | 04861756AA |
| Spark plug | SP143877AB alt SP225755AB |
| Battery | BBH6A001AA alt BBAUX101AB |
| Front wiper blades | 68194931AB alt 68194930AB |
| Serpentine belt | 68495977AA alt 05281374AA |
| Thermostat | 52028898AJ alt 68212516AA |
| Cabin air filter | 68606182AA |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Overall length | 200 in |
| Overall width | 76 in |
| Overall height | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.7 in |
| Curb weight | 4987 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.8 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 14 / 22 / 17 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Midgrade Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent published road-test results.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 4 R/T 5.7L V8 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 360 hp | AWD |
| 2018 | 4 R/T 5.7L V8 | 6.50 sec | 14.90 sec | 360 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Pursuit V-8 (Police) 5.7L V8 | 6.50 sec | 14.90 sec | 360 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | R/T V8 5.7L V8 | 6.20 sec | 14.70 sec | 360 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | R/T V8 5.7L V8 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 360 hp | RWD |
| 2011 | R/T V8 5.7L V8 | 7.30 sec | 15.50 sec | 360 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | R/T V8 5.7L V8 | 7.30 sec | 15.50 sec | 360 hp | AWD |
| 2011 | R/T V8 5.7L V8 | 7.40 sec | 15.60 sec | 360 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5 · 75W-85 · 75W-140 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 130 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Mopar ZF Automatic transmission fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 8.8-9.0 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5 · 75W-85 · 75W-140 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 16.0 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) | 90.0 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 133.0 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 133.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 20.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 38.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 15.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 110 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 130 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 130 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 229.0 Do not re-use old hub nut ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 229.0 Do not re-use old hub nut ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Ignition Coil Primary Resistance | 0.6-0.9 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 6,000-9,000 ohms |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Dodge |
| Spark Plug Gap | .043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 11-15 ft-lbs |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mopar |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | ND-12 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | H7 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 700 cca |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 56.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 60.0 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 56.0-60.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 56.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 60.0 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 56.0-60.0 psi |
| Engine Compression | 100 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 41; Front: 41; Rear: 20 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 144; Rear: 89 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 41; Rear: 20 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 144; Rear: 89 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: 1.200; Rear: 17 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .00035 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .002 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: 1.200; Rear: 17 |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90.0 | |
Prep If the threads of the old bolts are stretched or damaged, do not re-use old bolts. Do not apply additional oil to the bolt threads.
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 4 | Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Turn bolts 125 degrees | 125 degrees |
| 5 | Loosen all bolts completely in reverse order. | |
| 6 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 7 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 8 | 33.0 ft. lbs. | 33 ft. lbs |
| 9 | Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Turn bolts 130 degrees. | 130 degrees |
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Bolts 11-15 | 15 ft. lbs |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 | 45 ft. lbs |
| 4 | Bolts 11-15 | 21 ft. lbs |
| 5 | 1-10: Turn 90 | |
Prep M12 Bolts
| 1 | 10.0 ft. lbs. | 10 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 20.0 ft. lbs. | 20 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 90.0 degrees; M8 Bolts | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 21.0 | |
| 1 | M6 Bolts | 44 in |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 10,000 mi | Battery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In 2018 the Dodge Durango recorded 228 complaints and five recalls, a modest increase from 2017’s 209 complaints and two recalls but a notable dip from the 2016 peak of 159 complaints and three recalls. The trend across the generation shows a sharp rise from 2011 (797 complaints, eight recalls) to a high in 2014 (781 complaints, eleven recalls), followed by a gradual decline through 2026, where complaints fall to single digits. The 2018 year sits on the downward slope after the 2014 peak, suggesting improved reliability but still higher complaint activity than recent years. Top complaint areas in 2018—exterior lighting (37), electrical system (35), seats (19), and unknown or other (16)—are consistent with the overall decline in complaint volume but indicate that some recurring issues remain. With 9 crash complaints and no fire complaints, the safety record is comparatively stable. Overall, 2018 is a reasonable year to buy a used Durango, but buyers should be aware of lingering exterior lighting and electrical concerns that have not fully resolved.
All 228 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June…
Showing 5 of 367 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2208000045 REV.D | 2026-06-26 | Structure | Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection |
| S2623000041 REV.A | 2026-06-19 | Structure | Power Liftgate Intermittently Inoperative. Will Not Open/ Close. Liftgate/Hatch Ajar… |
| S1623000028 Rev. K | 2026-06-12 | Electrical System | Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window… |
| S2624000006 | 2026-06-10 | Unknown Or Other | Blower Motor Makes Loud Noise |
| 9100835 | 2026-06-08 | Electrical System | Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online… |
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6.0 qt of 0W-20 Meeting Chrysler standard MS-6395 or equivalent., per the factory manual.
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EPA figures are 14 city / 22 highway / 17 combined mpg.