2017 Dodge Journey
Common Problems
Ranked from 95 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
16 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Air bag system failures
13complaintsSafety riskOtherAir bags fail to deploy during collisions, posing a risk of injury or death.
- 2
Transmission shifting issues
13complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission fails to shift smoothly or shifts harshly, sometimes not shifting at all.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Engine Knocking and Misfire
11complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine misfires and knocking noises occur, often requiring replacement of the entire engine.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Seat Belt Malfunction
11complaintsHigh severityOtherSeat belts fail to secure properly, potentially leading to injuries during accidents.
- 6
Electrical system failures including wipers and lights
9complaintsMedium severityElectricalRandom electrical system failures such as intermittent wiper and light malfunctions occur frequently.
Related recall: 18V332000
- 7
Steering system failures including loss of control
9complaintsHigh severitySteeringSteering system failures, including loss of control and inability to steer, pose a significant safety risk.
- 8
Headrest Deployment Without Collision
7complaintsSafety riskOtherHeadrests deploy unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury during normal driving conditions.
- 9
Electrical System Issues
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalRecurring electrical system failures cause random malfunctions such as lights malfunctioning and check engine lights appearing.
Related recall: 18V332000
- 10
Vehicle speed control system failures
5complaintsHigh severityOtherFailures in the vehicle speed control system, including erratic behavior and loss of power, affect vehicle stability.
- 11
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe catalytic converter efficiency is below the threshold, leading to emissions issues and potential engine overheating.
- 12
Stalling issues
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe vehicle stumbles or stalls while driving, especially in traffic or intersections.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Suspension system failures including severe shaking
4complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSevere shaking at higher speeds indicates suspension system failures, affecting ride quality and safety.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 14
Brake Issues Causing Loss of Control
3complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brakes fail to work properly, causing the pedal to pulse or go to the floorboard, leading to loss of control.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Electrical System Malfunction Causing Dashboard Lights to Flash
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalVarious dashboard lights flash on and off randomly, including the speedometer, air conditioning, and horn.
Related recall: 18V332000
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Random Horn Blasts While Parked
3complaintsLow severityOtherThe horn randomly blares while the vehicle is parked and the doors are closed.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.