2011-2020 Dodge Durango Brake Guide

By Core Brake Parts Tech Team — Circleville, OH warehouse

Short answer: Most 2011-2020 Durangos share brakes with the WK2 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 12.99 in (330 mm) front rotors on 3.6L V6 models, and 13.78 in (350 mm) fronts on V8, R/T, HD, and Trailer-Tow IV packages. A front pad-and-rotor job runs about $110-$260 in DIY parts. This guide walks through the exact diagnostic steps, replacement thresholds, product comparisons, and cost breakdown so you can decide with confidence whether to DIY or take it to a shop.

Direct experience note: we ship these parts daily from our Circleville, OH warehouse to customers across the country. The picks in this guide reflect what fits, what lasts, and what our repeat-buyer mechanics come back for.

What to Know About Dodge Durango Brake Replacement

Understanding Dodge Durango brake replacement matters because it directly affects stopping distance, brake pedal feel, and how often you replace consumables. Getting it right the first time saves both money and follow-up shop visits.

• The 2011-2020 Durango (WD platform) shares its calipers, rotors, and pads with the 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2, so parts cross over directly.
• Two non-SRT front rotor sizes exist: 12.99 in (330 mm) on 3.6L V6 without the HD or Trailer-Tow IV package, and 13.78 in (350 mm) on V8, R/T, HD Brakes, and Tow packages.
• Rear rotors measure 330 mm on all non-SRT trims: solid on the V6, vented on V8 and HD-package trucks.
• SRT 392 (2018+) uses a Brembo system with 15.0 in (380 mm) front rotors and 6-piston front / 4-piston rear calipers, which are entirely different parts.
• Factory fill is Mopar DOT 3 (DOT 4 is acceptable); DOT 3 has roughly a 401 F dry boiling point, DOT 4 about 446 F.
• Front caliper bracket bolts are external Torx (E-Torx) and torque to about 125-148 ft-lbs; lug nuts go to 130 ft-lbs on non-SRT trims.

Spec Chart by Vehicle Class

How to Diagnose or Replace

1. Loosen the front lug nuts a quarter turn, lift the front, support it on jack stands, and remove both wheels.
2. Remove the two caliper guide-pin bolts, lift the caliper off, and hang it from the spring with wire so the hose carries no weight.
3. Slide out the old pads, then remove the two E-Torx bracket bolts to free the caliper bracket from the steering knuckle.
4. Pull the rotor (a retaining screw or a few dead-blow raps may be needed) and wipe the new rotor with brake cleaner to strip its shipping oil.
5. Mount the new rotor, reinstall the bracket, and torque the bracket bolts to roughly 125-148 ft-lbs.
6. Compress the caliper piston with a spreader, fit the new pads and hardware, reinstall the caliper, and torque the guide-pin bolts to about 21-26 ft-lbs.
7. Reinstall the wheels and torque the lug nuts to 130 ft-lbs in a star pattern, then top off the reservoir with Mopar DOT 3.
8. Pump the pedal until firm before moving, then bed the pads with several moderate 40-to-10 mph stops.

Once diagnosis is complete, order the exact replacement parts for your vehicle - fitment matters. Related Dodge Durango brake replacement products are listed in the next section.

Recommended Parts and Where to Buy

Every product below is in stock at our Circleville, OH warehouse and ships same-day when ordered before 2 PM Eastern. Free shipping on orders over $75.

• Brake Pads
• Brake Rotors
• Power Stop
• Brake Parts

If your exact vehicle is not listed, use the site search or filter the full brake parts collection by year and make.

Cost Breakdown - DIY vs Shop

DIY savings scale with vehicle size and job complexity. A full-size truck brake job saves $450-700 in labor. For most passenger cars, plan on 90-120 minutes per axle for pads only, 2-3 hours for pads plus rotors.

Install Tips - Where Most DIYers Go Wrong

• The caliper bracket-to-knuckle bolts are external Torx: you need an E18 or E20 socket, not a standard hex or a Torx bit.
• Confirm your rotor size before buying. Measure the rotor or check for the HD Brakes or Trailer-Tow IV package, because 330 mm and 350 mm parts do not interchange.
• Crack the bleeder screw before compressing the piston so you push old, dirty fluid out rather than back through the ABS module.

Key Takeaways

• Most 2011-2020 Durangos share brakes with the WK2 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 12.99 in (330 mm) front rotors on 3.6L V6 models, and 13.78 in (350 mm) fronts on V8, R/T, HD, and Trailer-Tow IV packages. A front pad-and-rotor job runs about $110-$260 in DIY parts.
• Measure friction material and rotor thickness at every tire rotation - catches wear before it becomes damage.
• Replace pads at 3 mm; below 2 mm is unsafe.
• Loaded calipers (with brackets, pads, and hoses) save 1-1.5 hours of labor per side over bare calipers.
• Bed new pads properly with 8-10 medium stops from 40 to 10 mph.
• Free shipping on orders over $75; same-day shipping on in-stock orders before 2 PM Eastern.

References

1. en.wikipedia.org
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