Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2017 Dodge Journey
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Dodge Journey has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 202 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V723000 Dim Amber Side Reflector/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V332000 Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 59 complaints
- Engine 44 complaints
- Power Train 32 complaints
- Air Bags 30 complaints
- Unknown or Other 25 complaints
- Seats 21 complaints
Of the 202 complaints on file, 12 report a crash and 7 a fire; across all 202 complaints, owners report 13 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$7,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2017 Dodge Journey has some recall issues, notably in lighting and electrical systems, but overall owner complaints are low. The recalls indicate potential compliance issues without severe performance failures, resulting in an average overall rating.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| headlamp reflector | N/A | No reliable estimate | common |
| electrical wiring | N/A | $200–$500 | common |
| brakes | 40,000–70,000 miles | $150–$400 | occasional |
| suspension components | 60,000–90,000 miles | $300–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 30,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 50,000 miles
- Transmission fluid check annually
- Inspect and replace belts every 50,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Dimming of headlights
- Wiring issues such as frayed wires
- Uneven brake wear
- Suspension noise or clunking sounds
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Dodge Journey at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.