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Dodge Journey Awd Problems

The Dodge Journey AWD was the all-wheel drive variant of Dodge's midsize crossover produced from 2009 to 2020. With 820 complaints and no reported fatalities, it has a moderate complaint rate for its production run. The Journey offered affordable family transportation with available all-wheel drive. These crossovers provide good value in the used market for budget-conscious buyers.

820
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
2
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths

Common Problem Categories

Electrical System 202
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 78
Service Brakes 70
Power Train 66
Engine 62

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2010 326 1 0 2 Average
2009 494 0 2 20 Average

Dodge Journey Awd Years to Avoid

The 2009 Dodge Journey AWD has accumulated the most complaints as the first model year. Engine problems including premature failure and oil consumption affected the four-cylinder option. Transmission issues with rough shifting and failure were common complaints. Electrical gremlins created various problems with accessories and modules. The TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) was a known failure point causing multiple symptoms. Suspension and steering component wear occurred faster than expected.

Best Dodge Journey Awd Years

The 2010 Dodge Journey AWD represents the best year according to the complaint data. This second model year benefited from fixes to first-year production issues. The 2011-2012 model years are also reasonable choices with similar improvement. For maximum refinement, later production years offer more features but similar underlying reliability.

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