Model year
2009 Dodge Journey
NHTSA lists 8 recalls and 1,433 complaints for the 2009 Dodge Journey (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). NHTSA also lists 0 recalls and 161 complaints under JOURNEY AWD. Those counts are separate from the numbers above. The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (743), AIR BAGS (265), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC (187). NHTSA lists 4 investigations, including 1 investigation with no close date in the file. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 17–21 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,200–$3,950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2009 1,433 complaints
- 2010 988 complaints
- 2011 169 complaints
- 2012 376 complaints
- 2013 353 complaints
- 2014 416 complaints
- 2015 554 complaints
- 2016 389 complaints
- 2017 201 complaints
- 2018 237 complaints
- 2019 102 complaints
- 2020 66 complaints
Recalls
16V273000 · May 6, 2016
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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.
16V047000 · Jan 29, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured December 31, 2007, to August 31, 2008, 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured June 18, 2007, to August 31, 2008. In the affected vehicles,…
14V373000 · Jun 26, 2014
AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Chrysler Group LLC…
10V658000 · Dec 24, 2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 DODGE JOURNEY VEHICLES MANUFACTURER FROM NOVEMBER 1, 2007, THROUGH NOVEMBER 7, 2008. THE WIRES WITHIN THE FRONT DOOR WIRE HARNESSES MAY FATIGUE AND BREAK, WHICH CAN INTERRUPT THE CIRCUITS FOR THE SIDE IMPACT SENSOR(S), RESULTING IN…
09V118000 · Apr 9, 2009
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 4,314 MY 2009 DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE, COMMANDER AND WRANGLER VEHICLES. WIRING MAY BE REVERSED ON THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE DRIVER AIRBAG SQUIB CONNECTOR. THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED.
09V082000 · Mar 12, 2009
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 16,852 MY 2009 DODGE JOURNEY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHOUT OPTIONAL 115 VOLT AUXILIARY POWER OUTLET. AN UNUSED ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR FOR THE OPTIONAL 115 VOLT AUXILIARY POWER OUTLET OPTION MAY BECOME CORRODED AND COULD SHORT CIRCUIT.
08V528000 · Oct 9, 2008
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 712 MY 2009 SEBRING, DODGE CALIBER, AVENGER, JOURNEY, JEEP PATRIOT, AND COMPASS VEHICLES. A NEW ADHESIVE USED IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MANUFACTURING PROCESS CAN CAUSE THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD TO BREAK.
08V247000 · Jun 3, 2008
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 6,692 MY 2009 DODGE JOURNEY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.5L ENGINE. THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS MAY CONTACT THE LEFT TRANSAXLE MOUNT.
Complaints
1,433 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 41, fire flag on 30, injury field 34, deaths field 1. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Other NHTSA names
These names matched the same EPA model but are not included in the headline counts above.
| Name | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| JOURNEY AWD | 0 | 161 |
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ14002 | Air Bag Non-Deployment/Engine Stall · AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE | Jun 16, 2014 | Mar 2, 2015 |
| DP14004 | Totally Integrated Power Module Failure · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Sep 25, 2014 | Jul 24, 2015 |
| PE23008 | Vehicle entrapment · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH… | May 1, 2023 | Aug 15, 2024 |
| EA24003 | Vehicle entrapment · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | Aug 1, 2024 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Journey 2WD · 2.4L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 25 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Journey 4WD · 3.5L · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Journey 2WD · 3.5L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
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Check a vehicle
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