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CARB-State Ban Explained: Why 2026 Durango R/T 392 and Hellcat Are Off the Menu

There is sad news for Dodge lovers as 2026 Dodge Durango R/T 392 and SRT Hellcat will not be sold in CARB-compliant states, but Dodge has clarified that it will be available in the non-CARB markets.

Why 2026 Durango R/T 392 and Hellcat Are Off the Menu
Why 2026 Durango R/T 392 and Hellcat Are Off the Menu

What is banned?

Dodge has confirmed that the 6.4‑liter Durango R/T 392 and the supercharged 6.2‑liter Durango SRT Hellcat will be sold only in non‑CARB states for the 2026 model year, restricting the highest-output models from 17 states that follow California Air Resources Board rules.

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Here are the 17 CARB-aligned states plus D.C. where 2026 Durango R/T 392 and SRT Hellcat sales are restricted under current reporting on CARB-market limits.

  1. California
  2. Colorado
  3. Connecticut
  4. Delaware
  5. Maine
  6. Maryland
  7. Massachusetts
  8. Minnesota
  9. Nevada
  10. New Jersey
  11. New Mexico
  12. New York
  13. Oregon
  14. Rhode Island
  15. Vermont
  16. Virginia
  17. Washington
  18. District of Columbia

Official statement from Stellantis

A Stellantis spokesperson stated: “The Dodge Durango GT with the 5.7‑liter HEMI will be available in all states,” adding that “The Dodge Durango R/T 392 and Durango SRT Hellcat are available in non‑CARB states,” and that the company will “continue to work with CARB on opportunities to sell these two powertrains in all states alongside the 5.7‑liter Durango GT”. The Drive noted this policy as confirmed “for the foreseeable future,” following the initial reports that emerged from dealer ordering guidance.

What remains available?

Yes, we all are saddened by the CARB compliant states ban but still you can get 2026 Durango HEMI V‑8 with 5.7‑liter engine. As per Dodge’s statement, This approach preserves a performance option in CARB states while Dodge evaluates compliance paths for the higher‑output powertrains.

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