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Dodge Journey Awd problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Journey Awd from 2009 to 2010: 258 owner complaints and 1 recalls across 2 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2009 (161), 2010 (97). Best fuel economy: 18 mpg combined (2010).

Dodge Journey Awd
Photo: Ethan Llamas · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical100
Brakes (hydraulic)39
Brakes35
Transmission & drivetrain33
Engine31
Other / unknown28
Airbags23
Tires22

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20090161–
201019718

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Dodge Journey Awd?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2009 (161), 2010 (97).

How many recalls has the Dodge Journey Awd had?

Across 2009–2010, NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).