2011 Dodge Journey

136 serious complaints of 169, the most about brakes (47) and engine (29); per car on the road, 1.6× this model's usual year. 4 recalls.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2011 dodge journey. The contact was driving 65 mph and when the brake pedal was depressed, there was an excessive vibration within the steering wheel. The failure recurred when driving at highway speeds. The vehicle was taken an authorized dealer where the front and rear brakes and rotors were replaced three times.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the brakes, Nov 2012

“The contact owns a 2011 dodge journey. The contact was traveling 55 to 60 mph when the engine stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated after the failure. The vehicle restarted after the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer three times. The manufacturer was also contacted. The vehicle was not repaired.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Jul 2012

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. (09-002-14, Jun 2014)
• Extended coverage Customers may comment on the following:The AHR is deployed on one or both front seats and will not reset. (23-027-20, Nov 2020)
• Repair program Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11) (U67, Jun 2026)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

169 owner complaints · 4 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 19–22 mpg · NHTSA: Not rated · 2011 trims and features