Dodge Extends Taillamp Coverage, Reinforces Commitment to Durango Owners
Previously paid repairs for the covered taillamp condition may qualify for reimbursement.
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Stellantis (STLA) is extending liftgate taillamp warranty coverage on certain 2018-2024 Dodge Durango vehicles to five years with unlimited miles.
The extension covers rear taillamp LEDs that fail to illuminate fully or at all. Coverage runs from the vehicle's in-service date; vehicles already beyond the extension period receive six months from customer notification. Customers who previously paid to repair this condition may qualify for reimbursement. Affected owners will receive notification letters.
Durango retail sales rose 18% in the third quarter of 2026 versus the same period in 2025, while total sales reached their best third quarter since 2005. Full-year 2025 total sales rose 37% year over year, also reaching their highest level since 2005.
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- Minor pointDurango retail sales increased 18% in the third quarter of 2026 versus the same period in 2025.
- Minor pointDurango total sales recorded their best third quarter since 2005 in 2026.
- Minor pointDurango 2025 total sales rose 37% year over year, reaching their highest level since 2005.
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- Minor pointTaillamp coverage extends to five years/unlimited miles on certain 2018-2024 Durangos, expanding warranty obligations.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Vehicles beyond the extension period receive six months of coverage from customer notification.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Previously paid repairs for the covered condition may qualify for reimbursement.
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- Warranty coverage for the liftgate taillamp assembly extended to five years/unlimited miles on certain 2018-2024 Dodge Durango vehicles
- Extension covers rear taillamp LEDs that may not illuminate or may only partially illuminate
- Customers who previously paid to repair the specific condition may be eligible for reimbursement
Driven by customer feedback and Dodge's commitment to supporting owners, the brand is extending warranty coverage for the liftgate taillamp assembly on certain 2018-2024 Dodge Durango vehicles.
The extension covers rear taillamp LEDs that may not illuminate or may only partially illuminate. Coverage is being extended to five years with unlimited miles from the vehicle's in-service date or six months from the customer notification date for vehicles already beyond the extension period.
The enhanced coverage comes as Durango continues to build momentum in the marketplace. Durango retail sales increased
"Durango has carved out a unique place as America's three-row muscle SUV, and its signature racetrack taillamp is an unmistakable part of its identity," said Matt McAlear, Dodge CEO. "This warranty extension is about standing behind our vehicles, supporting our owners and reinforcing the confidence they place in Dodge."
Dodge is notifying affected customers directly. Owners whose vehicles are covered by the warranty extension will receive an official notification letter by mail. Durango owners experiencing this condition now, or if it occurs in the future, can contact their dealer to have the appropriate repair performed. If the liftgate taillamp assembly is functioning properly, no action or repair is needed.
Customers who previously paid to repair this specific issue may be eligible for reimbursement. Eligible owners can submit an online reimbursement request at fcarecallreimbursement.com or complete the Customer Reimbursement Claim Form included with their notification letter and submit the required documentation.
Owners with questions can contact their dealer or Dodge Customer Care at 1-800-4ADodge.
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What does the Dodge Durango taillamp warranty extension cover?
The extension covers liftgate taillamp LEDs that do not illuminate or only partially illuminate on certain 2018-2024 Dodge Durango vehicles. Coverage extends to five years with unlimited miles from the vehicle's in-service date, or six months from customer notification for vehicles already beyond the extension period.
How can Dodge Durango owners request reimbursement for previous taillamp repairs?
Eligible owners can submit a request at fcarecallreimbursement.com or complete the Customer Reimbursement Claim Form included with their notification letter and submit the required documentation. Reimbursement eligibility applies to customers who previously paid to repair the specific covered condition.
What should Dodge Durango owners do if their liftgate taillamp is not working properly?
Owners experiencing the covered condition can contact their dealer for the appropriate repair. No action or repair is needed if the liftgate taillamp assembly functions properly. Owners with questions can contact their dealer or Dodge Customer Care at 1-800-4ADodge.