2007 Dodge Journey Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 19, 2016 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Journey years
Not enough data 14th of 14 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Dodge Journey. That ranks 14th out of 14 Journey model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 36,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Dodge Journey
Second generation Dodge Journey based on the second generation GAC GS5 (GAC GS4 Plus) in Playa del Carmen. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Cannonball walk, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Dodge Journey problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine2 · ~36,000 mi
Electrical System1 · ~57,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1
Service Brakes1
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~40,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine250%36,000——
Electrical System125%57,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)125%———
Service Brakes125%———
Vehicle Speed Control125%40,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 2 complaints
2012: 1201212015: 2201522016: 120161

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Dodge Journey recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Dodge Journey.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 (na) dodge journey. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v675000 (electronic stability control, service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount…

Service Brakes · received Jan 19, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10820900

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge journey. The contact's vehicle was repaired for the wireless ignition node module and the account was closed by the dealer. Since the recall repair, the horn self-activated and sounded for approximately 45 seconds. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle…

Electrical System · received Jul 16, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10734640

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge journey. While driving at 45 mph, the vehicle accelerated without warning and caused the vehicle to become difficult to reduce speed. The failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure…

Engine · received Mar 16, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10694460

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge journey. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle it failed start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they needed to replace the wind module. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not…

Engine · received Sep 10, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10474564

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Journey?

Owners most often report engine, electrical system, electronic stability control (esc) problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Dodge Journey?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2007 Dodge Journey a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Journey model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.