Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 66 | −68% | 1 | Electrical | Good |
| 2019 | 102 | −64% | 1 | Electrical | Good |
| 2018 | 237 | −30% | 6 | Electrical | Average |
| 2017 | 201 | −45% | 2 | Electrical | Good |
| 2016 | 389 | typical | 4 | Engine | Average |
| 2015 | 554 | 1.6× | 6 | Engine | Caution |
| 2014 | 416 | typical | 7 | Electrical | Average |
| 2013 | 353 | −14% | 4 | Engine | Average |
| 2012 | 376 | typical | 6 | Electrical | Average |
| 2011 | 169 | −58% | 4 | Brake | Good |
| 2010 | 1,085 | 2.8× | 4 | Electrical | Avoid |
| 2009 | 1,594 | 4.5× | 8 | Electrical | Avoid |
| 2008 | 8 | −98% | — | Electrical | Good |
* Complaints compared with the median Journey year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Dodge Journey problems
Latest Dodge Journey recalls
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster and 2019-2020 Dodge Journey vehicles. Cracks in the microprocessor may cause the vehicle's rearview camera image not to display properly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning September 30, 2025.
Exterior lighting
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. The amber side reflex reflector assembled into the headlamp may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
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 Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Dodge Journey should you avoid?
2009, 2010 and 2015 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Journey years at the same age, led by electrical system problems in the 2009.
What is the best year for the Dodge Journey?
2008 has the fewest complaints compared with other Journey years at the same age, followed by 2020 and 2019. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Dodge Journey problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (2,188), engine & cooling (1,075) and brakes (1,068). Electrical complaints peak in the 2009 model year.
How many recalls has the Dodge Journey had?
27 recalls across 2008–2020. The model year with the most is 2009. See all Dodge Journey recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.