Dodge Journey problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 1,571 owner complaints and 22 recalls on file for the Dodge Journey (2008–2020). The 2015 Journey has the most serious complaints, most often about seats & seat belts.

Complaints
1,571
Recalls
22
Model years
13
Worst year
2015

Complaints by model year

1200870200913720102520119020121262013151201427120152252016123201718720181002019652020
NHTSA complaints per Dodge Journey model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Dodge Journey years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2015 Dodge Journey — 271 complaints, 6 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Seats & Seat Belts
  2. 2016 Dodge Journey — 225 complaints, 8 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Engine
  3. 2014 Dodge Journey — 151 complaints, 6 crashes, 4 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  4. 2017 Dodge Journey — 123 complaints, 5 crashes, 4 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  5. 2018 Dodge Journey — 187 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Electrical System

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2008 (1 complaints).

Every Dodge Journey model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2020 Journey651111Electrical System
2019 Journey1006031Electrical System
2018 Journey1873136Electrical System
2017 Journey1235482Electrical System
2016 Journey2258394Engine
2015 Journey27163166Seats & Seat Belts
2014 Journey1516487Electrical System
2013 Journey1261374Seats & Seat Belts
2012 Journey903356Brakes
2011 Journey251114Electrical System
2010 Journey1372183Electrical System
2009 Journey704534Electrical System
2008 Journey10000Electrical System

Most common Dodge Journey problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    461 complaints
  • Engine
    325 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    252 complaints
  • Brakes
    195 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    187 complaints
  • Airbags
    167 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    130 complaints
  • Steering
    89 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    88 complaints
  • Lighting
    67 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Dodge Journey received by NHTSA each month.

Dodge Journey recalls

  • Recall 25V552000Aug 26, 2025219,577 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V723000Sep 29, 202283,453 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: A dim reflector may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V524000Aug 9, 201812,779 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V523000Aug 9, 2018154,335 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V396000Jun 14, 20181,741 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the full camera view is delayed and the driver does not check their surroundings before backing up, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V398000Jun 14, 20181,837 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V332000May 17, 20184,815,661 vehiclesModel years 2014–2018

    Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V824000Dec 21, 201761,791 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

  • Recall 17V432000Jul 7, 2017363,480 vehiclesModel years 2011–2015

    Risk: Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

  • Recall 16V907000Dec 16, 201642,231 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V461000Jun 24, 201626,298 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V273000May 6, 20168,569 vehiclesModel years 2009–2016

    Risk: A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V047000Jan 29, 2016110,482 vehiclesModel years 2009

    Risk: If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V675000Oct 19, 2015275,187 vehiclesModel years 2012–2015

    Risk: If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V431000Jul 7, 2015145,379 vehiclesModel years 2011–2015

    Risk: If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 14V711000Nov 7, 2014667 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: With inaccurate information on the tire placard, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V373000Jun 26, 2014722,705 vehiclesModel years 2009–2010

    Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 11V550000Nov 10, 2011340 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: This could lead to loss of braking ability increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V487000Sep 29, 2011667 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: Connecting rod failure may lead to engine seizure which may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V315000Jun 8, 201111,096 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.

  • Recall 10V658000Dec 24, 201064,934 vehiclesModel years 2009

    Risk: In the event of a crash, the side airbag may not deploy, reducing the protection intended for the occupant and increasing the risk of injuries.

  • Recall 10V475000Oct 7, 201023,237 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.

Other Dodge models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology