2015 Dodge Journey

◆ Worse than typical
2015 Dodge Journey
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Complaints
553
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 8 complaints 2009: 1,433 complaints 2009 2010: 988 complaints 2011: 169 complaints 2011 2012: 376 complaints 2013: 352 complaints 2013 2014: 415 complaints 2015: 553 complaints 2015 553 2016: 387 complaints 2017: 199 complaints 2017 2018: 235 complaints 2019: 102 complaints 2019 2020: 65 complaints
2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 8 complaints 2008 2009: 1,433 complaints 2009 2010: 988 complaints 2010 2011: 169 complaints 2011 2012: 376 complaints 2012 2013: 352 complaints 2013 2014: 415 complaints 2014 2015: 553 complaints 2015 553 2016: 387 complaints 2016 2017: 199 complaints 2017 2018: 235 complaints 2018 2019: 102 complaints 2019 2020: 65 complaints 2020
2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 8 complaints 2008 2009: 1,433 complaints 2009 2010: 988 complaints 2010 2011: 169 complaints 2011 2012: 376 complaints 2012 2013: 352 complaints 2013 2014: 415 complaints 2014 2015: 553 complaints 2015 553 2016: 387 complaints 2016 2017: 199 complaints 2017 2018: 235 complaints 2018 2019: 102 complaints 2019 2020: 65 complaints 2020

2015: 553 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20074
20088
20091,433
2010988
2011169
2012376
2013352
2014415
2015553
2016387
2017199
2018235
2019102
202065

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

24% · 135 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Dodge Journey. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the air bag, throttle control, and tire pressure warning indicators illuminated intermittently, along with the key fob light.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-03

Also filed under Service brakes and air bags

Electrical system

22% · 119 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-19

I was sitting in the house and heard a loud boom, looked outside and my dodge journey was on fire. I called 911 to get to the fire department, and went outside with the fire ext. and the fire was on the left rear of the truck.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-24

Service brakes

19% · 106 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHINJURY
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ABS module was recalled and replaced. The replaced piece is now not working and needs replaced. Every place says part is on backorder. Its a safety issue to continue driving my…

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-07

Seats

16% · 89 reports

Most commonly citing head restraint.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Drivers seat head rest deployed at a stop light which caused my head to jerk forward.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-26

Power train

14% · 77 reports

Most commonly citing driveshaft.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    2015Complaint volume 553 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2015-04-08Equipment14V711000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured October 25, 2013, to August 22, 2014.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct tire placard label, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P70.

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    2015-10-15Engine and engine cooling15V431000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved mounting system for the engine cover, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2015-12-21Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic15V675000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge.

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    2016-05-24Steering16V273000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2017-08-28Air bags17V432000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017.

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    2018-06-04Electrical system, vehicle speed control18V332000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM...

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.

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    2019-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-02-25 Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
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    2022-07-22Recall queryClosed 2025-06-16 Stall from Crankshaft\Camshaft Failure
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    2024-08-01Engineering analysisOpen Vehicle entrapment

Buy-smart checklist

2015 Dodge Journey — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 135 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 119 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 106 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V711000 · Equipment
  • Recall 15V431000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 15V675000 · Electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 16V273000 · Steering
  • Recall 17V432000 · Air bags
  • Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Dodge Journey reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Dodge Journey is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Dodge Journey?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Dodge Journey have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.