NHTSA vehicle safety data

2015 Dodge Journey Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2015 Dodge Journey has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 554 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Dodge dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2015 Dodge Journey, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2015 Dodge Journey owner complaints

Owners have filed 554 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Dodge Journey, describing incidents dated April 24, 2014 to October 19, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Engine 138 complaints
  • Electrical System 118 complaints
  • Service Brakes 105 complaints
  • Seats 90 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 80 complaints
  • Power Train 77 complaints

Of the 554 complaints on file, 30 report a crash and 9 a fire; across all 554 complaints, owners report 47 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11772527 · Filed

    I came out to my car and the drivers seat head rest had deployed. I have not been in an accident of any kind. It is now unable to go back in. I no longer feel safe driving my car. Seems there was a recall investigation into this issue for years that I am now learning about.

  • ODI #11760506 · Filed

    Car overheared i was checking on regular basis to maybe sure it haf coolant.warning lights didnt come on.temperature gage was normal. Oil hot came o. 2 times with temperature gage just fine .sone who the upper inlet on top radiator hose broke off into the hose . No sign no warning car just kept…

  • ODI #11757940 · Filed

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2015 Dodge Journey in 3 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled

NHTSA #18V332000 · Electrical System — Wiring · NHTSA notice

Reported May 17, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Potentially affected: 4,815,661 vehicles

Repair completion: 76.99% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign U49,U59-U65,U68,U73 · Owners notified June 4, 2018 · Vehicles built May 13, 2013 – May 16, 2018 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

Safety consequence

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment due to Chafed Wire

NHTSA #17V432000 · Air Bags — Frontal · NHTSA notice

Reported July 7, 2017 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Potentially affected: 363,480 vehicles

Repair completion: 58.9% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign T47 · Owners notified August 28, 2017 · Vehicles built October 14, 2010 – April 20, 2015 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

Manufacturer 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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Power Steering Return Hose may Rupture

NHTSA #16V273000 · Steering — Hydraulic Power Assist — Hose, Piping, and Connections · NHTSA notice

Reported May 6, 2016 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Potentially affected: 8,569 vehicles

Repair completion: 64.34% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign S08 · Owners notified May 24, 2016 · Vehicles built July 31, 2007 – November 12, 2015 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Water May Enter the ABS Module

NHTSA #15V675000 · Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · NHTSA notice

Reported October 19, 2015 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Potentially affected: 275,187 vehicles

Repair completion: 71.02% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign R61 · Owners notified December 21, 2015 · Vehicles built April 21, 2012 – April 14, 2015 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.

Safety consequence

If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Engine Cover may Contact Exhaust Manifold

NHTSA #15V431000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine · NHTSA notice

Reported July 7, 2015 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Potentially affected: 145,379 vehicles

Repair completion: 68.74% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign R32 · Owners notified October 15, 2015 · Vehicles built July 19, 2010 – May 26, 2015 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold.

Safety consequence

If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

Manufacturer 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. Chrysler's number for this recall is R32.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Incorrect Label Information/FMVSS 110

NHTSA #14V711000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice

Reported November 7, 2014 · Chrysler Group LLC

Potentially affected: 667 vehicles

Repair completion: 96.7% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Manufacturer campaign P70 · Owners notified April 8, 2015 · Vehicles built October 25, 2013 – August 22, 2014 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured October 25, 2013, to August 22, 2014. The affected vehicles may be equipped with tire placard labels which contain inaccurate seating capacity and occupant/cargo combined weight information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."

Safety consequence

With inaccurate information on the tire placard, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Dodge Journey model years

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