2016 DODGE JOURNEY

6 recalls — 598 complaints

18V332000 May 17, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
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 Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler... Read more
Consequence
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise... Read more
4,815,661 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
18V332000 May 17, 2018
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Defect Description
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 Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler... Read more
Consequence
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise... Read more
4,815,661 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
18V332000 May 17, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
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 Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler... Read more
Consequence
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise... Read more
4,815,661 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
16V907000 Dec 16, 2016
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
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. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Consequence
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.
42,231 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
16V461000 Jun 24, 2016
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
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, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, ... Read more
Consequence
If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.
26,298 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
16V273000 May 6, 2016
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.
8,569 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Complaint Statistics

598 total complaints 34 crashes 8 fires 23 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE112
POWER TRAIN83
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM80
UNKNOWN OR OTHER64
SERVICE BRAKES47
STEERING34
SEATS33
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL31
AIR BAGS26
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)18
STEERING Feb 24, 2026
Incident date: Feb 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH and turning left, the steering wheel was extremely stiff. The contact stopped, exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and became aware that the power steering hoses were disconnected. The vehicle was towed to a loca... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING Feb 12, 2026
Incident date: Jan 17, 2026
The rear view camera has become unreliable. It sometimes flickers. It sometimes is upside down. It is sometimes gray. It works properly about 10% of the time. I believe it was a significant contributor to my backing into and damaging another vehicle in a parking lot. I understand that there i... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS Feb 10, 2026
Incident date: Feb 9, 2026
Air bags did not deploy during an mvc
Crash
POWER TRAIN Jan 27, 2026
Incident date: Jan 27, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the engine started overheating. The message "Temperature High" was displayed. Additionally, the contact stated that the power windows were intermittently inoperable. While attempting to drive from a complete stop... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jan 27, 2026
Incident date: Jan 27, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the engine started overheating. The message "Temperature High" was displayed. Additionally, the contact stated that the power windows were intermittently inoperable. While attempting to drive from a complete stop... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 21, 2026
Incident date: Jan 13, 2026
I had to have my engine replaced Dan Cummins didn’t put the bolts back into my transfer case which caused me to need a new transfer case and sylnoids , now I am being told I need a new transmission.
POWER TRAIN Jan 7, 2026
Incident date: Nov 23, 2025
Started off with check engine light reaching the end of November 2025 then about a week later started to experience whining noises when accelerating, jerking and fluid started leaking. My safety and of others was put at risk because as the jerking happened out of nowhere when driving other vehicles ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Dec 30, 2025
Incident date: Dec 1, 2025
i have been having problems with my 2016 dodge journey crossroads loss of propulsion while accelerating and a p0841 with a whine noise. Car was made 6 /2016 door vin says it was made.
STEERING Dec 9, 2025
Incident date: Dec 7, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was started and running, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed a puddle of fluid on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the fluid ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 18, 2025
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
I bought the car in 2019 . Since purchasing it has had electrical issues. The AC blew hot air, the rear windows did not work, the center console usb plug caught fire, the lights on dash flicker. Dome light comes on by itself. Now the head lights flicker and go out. I have had it checked , and on com... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Nov 18, 2025
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
I bought the car in 2019 . Since purchasing it has had electrical issues. The AC blew hot air, the rear windows did not work, the center console usb plug caught fire, the lights on dash flicker. Dome light comes on by itself. Now the head lights flicker and go out. I have had it checked , and on com... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 18, 2025
Incident date: Nov 15, 2025
I bought the car in 2019 . Since purchasing it has had electrical issues. The AC blew hot air, the rear windows did not work, the center console usb plug caught fire, the lights on dash flicker. Dome light comes on by itself. Now the head lights flicker and go out. I have had it checked , and on com... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 16, 2025
Incident date: Oct 12, 2025
The EVIC lights will turn off while driving. Doesn’t matter if it’s daylight or evening. During evening hours it poses a risk due to not seeing speed or any other lights on dashboard. The EVIC will stay on after car is shut off and key fob is moved away from vehicle causing the battery to die.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 9, 2025
Incident date: Jun 13, 2024
As I was driving my 2016 DJ just list power.. I coast my to the side of the road. I try cranking the car up but it wouldn't crank up. So I had it towed to my house which were about 5 mins away. Please help me with my car. Vehicle would not go up small hills
ENGINE Oct 9, 2025
Incident date: Jun 13, 2024
As I was driving my 2016 DJ just list power.. I coast my to the side of the road. I try cranking the car up but it wouldn't crank up. So I had it towed to my house which were about 5 mins away. Please help me with my car. Vehicle would not go up small hills
POWER TRAIN Oct 9, 2025
Incident date: Jun 13, 2024
As I was driving my 2016 DJ just list power.. I coast my to the side of the road. I try cranking the car up but it wouldn't crank up. So I had it towed to my house which were about 5 mins away. Please help me with my car. Vehicle would not go up small hills
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2023
P0240 code keeps coming up but the catalytic converter was changed and the cylinders at the dlrshp. This has been an ongoing issue for over 3 years.
SEATS Sep 17, 2025
Incident date: Sep 17, 2025
I opened my car door to get in and found that that head rest was completely popped out. It was not in that condition the previous day.
SEATS Sep 14, 2025
Incident date: Sep 14, 2025
Head rest deployed out of no where and we can’t reset it.
AIR BAGS Sep 10, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
While returning from a shopping trip with my mom the passenger headrest broke/exploded? It caused several small plastic fragments to fly from I guess inside and the headrest hit my mom in the back of the head. There were no lights to indicate a problem, no other vehicles around and we were only trav... Read more
SEATS Sep 10, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
While returning from a shopping trip with my mom the passenger headrest broke/exploded? It caused several small plastic fragments to fly from I guess inside and the headrest hit my mom in the back of the head. There were no lights to indicate a problem, no other vehicles around and we were only trav... Read more
SEATS Aug 8, 2025
Incident date: Aug 8, 2025
After coming home and parking the car in the driveway, went out with my son and noticed the passenger headrest had been pulled out. Went and looked at it and noticed some of the brackets holding a metal bar in place had been broke off.
POWER TRAIN Aug 5, 2025
Incident date: Jul 2, 2025
Hello. This vehicle ,2016 Dodge Journey has had repeat transmission problems . It should of been recalled under S44 as the date of production was Sept 2015, engine, 3.6L. and automatic transaxle (DG2) .. It is again at Crown Dodge for the repeat transmission problem .. The Crown Dodge Dealership... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jul 14, 2025
Incident date: Jun 25, 2025
The contact's daughter owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact's daughter received a notification for Emissions Recall: U67 related to the catalytic converter. An appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle serviced; however, the day prior to the appointment, the check engine warning light illumina... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jul 7, 2025
Incident date: May 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped for a traffic signal or stopped for traffic, the vehicle was stalling. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 27, 2025
Incident date: Feb 18, 2025
To whom it may concern: My 2016 Dodge Journey Crossroad AWD (3.6L) is currently experiencing "P0944 Loss of Hydraulic Pump Prime" (See attached diagnostic report, vehicle_record_report.pdf from a local auto repair shop) The car was assembled in November 2015. The assembly date falls within the ... Read more
STEERING Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: Mar 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH and turning the steering wheel to the left or to the right, the steering wheel was resistant. The contact stated that the failure progressively increased, and the steering wheel completely seized. T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 1, 2025
Incident date: May 27, 2025
Was driving car after cleaning it had a box in trunk that barely took a portion of the trunk up. While drive smelt smoke and electrical smell and my trunk was on fire inside. Pulled over and the back hatch inside got so hot from what I can only guess was electrical that the box caught fire. This cau... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:BODY Jun 1, 2025
Incident date: May 27, 2025
Was driving car after cleaning it had a box in trunk that barely took a portion of the trunk up. While drive smelt smoke and electrical smell and my trunk was on fire inside. Pulled over and the back hatch inside got so hot from what I can only guess was electrical that the box caught fire. This cau... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 1, 2025
Incident date: May 27, 2025
Was driving car after cleaning it had a box in trunk that barely took a portion of the trunk up. While drive smelt smoke and electrical smell and my trunk was on fire inside. Pulled over and the back hatch inside got so hot from what I can only guess was electrical that the box caught fire. This cau... Read more
Fire
ENGINE May 27, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2025
Transmission is slipping between 2nd and 3rd gear with low miles 71357 and already having. Transmission issues
SEATS May 18, 2025
Incident date: May 17, 2025
I got in my car yesterday and the headrest of my driver's seat popped open. I am aware that they're was a class action suit against the manufacturer for malfunctioning headrest but I cannot find any recalls on this website for that issue. I would like to know if this is going to be covered, buy the ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 9, 2025
Incident date: Apr 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle failed to start. Due to the failure, the contact was forced to jumpstart the vehicle. There were several messages displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the messages disappeared whi... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Apr 16, 2025
Incident date: Apr 11, 2025
The contact owned a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated and the security alarm sounded. Shortly afterward, the temperature gauge began to indicate the vehicle was overheating, and moments later vehicle lost automoti... Read more
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Apr 11, 2025
Incident date: Apr 11, 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed, and there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine. Additionally, the contact stated he had noticed that there was an abnormal odor coming from the vehic... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 29, 2025
Incident date: Feb 25, 2025
Dashboard lights and control screen blacks out
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 21, 2025
Incident date: Apr 9, 2024
I believe the 2016 Dodge Journeys should be included in the 15V675000 recall. My passenger side floorboard was wet, mechanic changed filter but water can still be heard sloshing in the car. Since then, emergency brake, and check engine light will randomly turn on while I’m driving. The “servic... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Mar 21, 2025
Incident date: Apr 9, 2024
I believe the 2016 Dodge Journeys should be included in the 15V675000 recall. My passenger side floorboard was wet, mechanic changed filter but water can still be heard sloshing in the car. Since then, emergency brake, and check engine light will randomly turn on while I’m driving. The “servic... Read more
ENGINE Feb 27, 2025
Incident date: Aug 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, or while the vehicle was idling while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle made a chugging and choking sound. The vehicle hesitated before accelerating as needed. The contact stated that the fail... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR Feb 27, 2025
Incident date: Aug 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, or while the vehicle was idling while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle made a chugging and choking sound. The vehicle hesitated before accelerating as needed. The contact stated that the fail... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 25, 2025
Incident date: Feb 25, 2025
Since I bought this car it would pull when I drive. Asked dodge once and told nothing wrong. Now years later an engine light always shows up. Car was checked and O2 sensor issue. I found recall on exact issue and my VIN not showing up. I want this fixed so my vin shows up as recall. This is not ok. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 20, 2025
Incident date: Jan 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the doors continuously locked and unlocked, and the windows continuously rolled up and down unintendedly. Additionally, the interior lights and the exterior lights were turned off and on unintendedly. The cont... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR Feb 3, 2025
Incident date: Nov 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving on a neighborhood street at 20 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over safely to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted, and the contact was ab... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jan 19, 2025
Incident date: Feb 22, 2024
Unknown and my air bag light keeps coming on even though we have gotten the coolant fixed and a new/used engine put in the car, we replaced and got a new battery and new alternator in it to and the oil has gotten changed in it.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 19, 2025
Incident date: Feb 22, 2024
Unknown and my air bag light keeps coming on even though we have gotten the coolant fixed and a new/used engine put in the car, we replaced and got a new battery and new alternator in it to and the oil has gotten changed in it.
POWER TRAIN Nov 1, 2024
Incident date: Oct 24, 2024
While driving the car, car stalled and began displaying the lightning bolt icon on the cluster. The power steering stopped working and the brake was very stiff and hard to depress. I pulled off the road and waited a few minutes and started the car again. The idle was very rough, icon was still displ... Read more
ENGINE Nov 1, 2024
Incident date: Oct 24, 2024
While driving the car, car stalled and began displaying the lightning bolt icon on the cluster. The power steering stopped working and the brake was very stiff and hard to depress. I pulled off the road and waited a few minutes and started the car again. The idle was very rough, icon was still displ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 1, 2024
Incident date: Oct 24, 2024
While driving the car, car stalled and began displaying the lightning bolt icon on the cluster. The power steering stopped working and the brake was very stiff and hard to depress. I pulled off the road and waited a few minutes and started the car again. The idle was very rough, icon was still displ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 28, 2024
Incident date: Oct 24, 2024
My 2016 dodge journey sxt is currently having transmission problems and is stuck in 3rd gear.
ENGINE Sep 18, 2024
Incident date: Sep 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with e... Read more

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EPA Fuel Economy — 2016 DODGE JOURNEY

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 19.0 25.0 21.0 Regular $2,850
3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 17.0 25.0 19.0 Gasoline or E85 $3,150

CO2 Emissions: 420.0 g/mile (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

NHTSA Safety Investigations — DODGE JOURNEY

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

EA24003 Opened: Aug 1, 2024
EA — Open — Model Year: 2009
Vehicle entrapment
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-008 on May 1, 2023 to investigate an incident involving a 2009 Dodge Journey alleging occupant entrapment during a vehicle fire that resulted in a fatality. During the investigation, ODI collected information from the manufacturer and involved pa... Read more
PE24006 Opened: Feb 27, 2024 — Closed: Sep 26, 2025
PE — Closed — Model Year: 2019
Back up camera failure
On February 27, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to investigate complaints alleging a loss of back up camera function in Model Year (MY) 2018 through 2020 Dodge Journey vehicles.  Complainants reported experiencing black screens, upside down ... Read more
RQ22002 Opened: Jul 22, 2022 — Closed: Jun 16, 2025
RQ — Closed — Model Year: 2015
Stall from Crankshaft\Camshaft Failure
On December 13, 2016, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received recall 16V-907 from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) that identified a safety defect involving crankshaft or camshaft sensor failures on certain 2016 Model Year Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehi... Read more

DODGE JOURNEY — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the DODGE JOURNEY across all model years (2009–2020).

72 Total Recalls
7,881 Total Complaints
3 Investigations
348 Reported Crashes
163 Reported Fires
3 Reported Deaths

DODGE JOURNEY — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2020 1 77 View
2019 1 116 View
2018 9 328 View
2017 5 308 View
2016 (current) 6 598
2015 9 859 View
2014 10 635 View
2013 5 503 View
2012 7 621 View
2011 4 252 View
2010 4 1,475 View
2009 11 2,090 View
2008 0 12 View
2007 0 7 View

Other DODGE Models

Model Recalls Complaints
DURANGO 234 19,190 View
CARAVAN 213 14,304 View
GRAND CARAVAN 203 18,754 View
CHARGER 200 8,152 View
RAM 176 5,521 View
DAKOTA 153 9,250 View
CHALLENGER 102 2,357 View
STRATUS 94 3,621 View