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 | 0 | 42 | 4 | — | 68 | Good |
| 2018 | 5 | 161 | — | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2017 | 1 | 167 | 10 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2016 | 2 | 313 | 19 | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2015 | 4 | 407 | 41 | — | 40 | Poor |
| 2014 | 4 | 283 | 56 | — | 40 | Poor |
| 2013 | 3 | 250 | 21 | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2012 | 4 | 287 | 34 | — | 40 | Poor |
| 2011 | 3 | 126 | 9 | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2010 | 1 | 708 | 11 | — | 60 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Journey Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Journey scores 18 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 2744 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Journey reliable?+
The Dodge Journey scores 50/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 27 recall campaigns and 2744 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 68/100 with 0 recalls and 42 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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