Is the Dodge Journey Reliable?
2009–2019 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Dodge Journey Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 43 | 4 | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 6 | 161 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2017 | 2 | 167 | 10 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2016 | 4 | 309 | 19 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2015 | 5 | 407 | 41 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2014 | 6 | 282 | 56 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2013 | 3 | 250 | 21 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2012 | 5 | 287 | 34 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2011 | 2 | 126 | 9 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2010 | 2 | 708 | 11 | — | 67 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Journey Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Journey scores 1 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Dodge Journey Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2740 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Journey reliable?+
The Dodge Journey scores 67/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 36 recall campaigns and 2740 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Journey is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2019 Journey achieved the highest reliability score of 83/100 with 1 recall and 43 complaints.
How many miles does a Journey last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Journey owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Journey will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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