Dodge Journey recalls and problems
26 recalls and 5,300 owner complaints for 14 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
26
Complaints
5,300
Crashes reported
208
Fires reported
104
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Dodge Journey by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Journey | 1 | 66 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 Journey | 1 | 103 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 Journey | 6 | 237 | 7 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| 2017 Journey | 2 | 202 | 12 | 7 | 13 | 0 |
| 2016 Journey | 4 | 389 | 19 | 4 | 16 | 0 |
| 2015 Journey | 6 | 554 | 30 | 9 | 47 | 0 |
| 2014 Journey | 7 | 416 | 26 | 9 | 38 | 0 |
| 2013 Journey | 4 | 354 | 19 | 9 | 32 | 0 |
| 2012 Journey | 6 | 377 | 21 | 13 | 24 | 0 |
| 2011 Journey | 4 | 169 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 0 |
| 2010 Journey | 3 | 988 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 0 |
| 2009 Journey | 8 | 1,433 | 41 | 30 | 34 | 1 |
| 2008 Journey | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Journey | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Dodge Journey problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2,112 | |
| Engine | 952 | |
| Service Brakes | 680 | |
| Air Bags | 641 | |
| Unknown or Other | 616 | |
| Power Train | 500 | |
| Steering | 338 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 274 | |
| Seats | 267 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 246 |
All Dodge Journey recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-552 | Aug 26, 2025 | 2019–2020 | Back Over Prevention | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster and 2019-2020 Dodge Journey vehicles. |
| 22V-723 | Sep 29, 2022 | 2017–2018 | Exterior Lighting | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. |
| 18V-523 | Aug 9, 2018 | 2018 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. |
| 18V-524 | Aug 9, 2018 | 2018 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep… |
| 18V-398 | Jun 14, 2018 | 2018 | Back Over Prevention | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. |
| 18V-396 | Jun 14, 2018 | 2018 | Visibility | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. |
| 18V-332 | May 17, 2018 | 2014–2018 | Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control | 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… |
| 17V-824 | Dec 21, 2017 | 2014 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. |
| 17V-432 | Jul 7, 2017 | 2011–2015 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. |
| 16V-907 | Dec 16, 2016 | 2016 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. |
| 16V-461 | Jun 24, 2016 | 2016 | Power Train | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17… |
| 16V-273 | May 6, 2016 | 2009–2016 | Steering | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. |
| 16V-047 | Jan 29, 2016 | 2009 | Air Bags | FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured December 31, 2007, to August 31, 2008, 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured June… |
| 15V-675 | Oct 19, 2015 | 2012–2015 | Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. |
| 15V-431 | Jul 7, 2015 | 2011–2015 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines. |
| 14V-711 | Nov 7, 2014 | 2014–2015 | Equipment | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured October 25, 2013, to August 22, 2014. |
| 14V-373 | Jun 26, 2014 | 2009–2010 | Air Bags, Electrical System | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. |
| 11V-550 | Nov 10, 2011 | 2012 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 dodge journey and fiat 500 vehicles manufactured from october 24, 2011, through october 26, 2011. |
| 11V-487 | Sep 29, 2011 | 2012 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 chrysler vehicles, including 200 and town and country models, dodge vehicles, including charger, durango, grand caravan and journey models and jeep grand cherokee vehicles… |
| 11V-315 | Jun 8, 2011 | 2011 | Steering | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan… |
| 10V-658 | Dec 24, 2010 | 2009 | Electrical System | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009 dodge journey vehicles manufacturer from november 1, 2007, through november 7, 2008. |
| 10V-475 | Oct 7, 2010 | 2010 | Steering | Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring, 300, charger (Lx) and dodge challenger (Lc), avenger (Js), and journey (Jc), as well as model year 2011 dodge ram light duty pickup (Ds) vehicles. |
| 09V-118 | Apr 9, 2009 | 2009 | Air Bags, Electrical System | Chrysler is recalling 4,314 my 2009 dodge journey, jeep grand cherokee, commander and wrangler vehicles. |
| 09V-082 | Mar 12, 2009 | 2009 | Electrical System | Chrysler is recalling 16,852 my 2009 dodge journey vehicles equipped without optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet. |
| 08V-528 | Oct 9, 2008 | 2009 | Power Train | Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. |
| 08V-247 | Jun 3, 2008 | 2009 | Electrical System | Chrysler is recalling 6,692 my 2009 dodge journey vehicles equipped with a 3.5l engine. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Dodge Journey?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2009 Dodge Journey has the most reports (1,433). Check the 2009 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Dodge Journey have?
NHTSA lists 26 safety recalls covering Dodge Journey model years 2009–2020.
What are the most common Dodge Journey problems?
Owners report electrical system, engine, service brakes problems most often.