2010 Dodge Journey Steering Problems

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 18, 2026 · 69 complaints analyzed

Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the 2010 Dodge Journey, 7% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 82,319 miles. The words owners use most often: “steering hose” (10% of reports).

What owners describe

Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.

  • Steering hose: mentioned in 7 of 69 complaints (10%)
  • Chrysler jeep: mentioned in 5 of 69 complaints (7%)
  • Traction control: mentioned in 5 of 69 complaints (7%)

At what mileage do steering problems happen?

Based on 58 complaints that reported the odometer reading.

Under 10k miles5 · 9%
10k–25k miles6 · 10%
25k–50k miles7 · 12%
50k–75k miles9 · 16%
75k–100k miles7 · 12%
100k–150k miles15 · 26%
150k+ miles9 · 16%

How serious are the reports?

Of 69 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 1 a fire.

Dodge Journey steering complaints by model year

Peak: 2009, with 72 complaints
2009: 722009722010: 692010692011: 232011232012: 232012232013: 202013202014: 282014282015: 392015392016: 342016342017: 152017152018: 112018112019: 2201922020: 320203

n = 339 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Model yearSteering complaintsShare of that yearMedian miles
2020 Journey35%100
2019 Journey22%—
2018 Journey115%25,050
2017 Journey158%27,993
2016 Journey349%34,000
2015 Journey397%65,500
2014 Journey287%42,200
2013 Journey206%74,000
2012 Journey236%87,756
2011 Journey2314%70,500
2010 Journey697%82,319
2009 Journey725%95,508

When owners reported it

Peak: 2019, with 14 complaints
2010: 2201022011: 552012: 1201212013: 662014: 3201432015: 11112016: 4201642017: 552018: 6201862019: 14142020: 7202072021: 222022: 1202212024: 112026: 120261

n = 69 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Related recalls (2)

Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connectionsMay 6, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V273000 · 8,569 vehicles

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

Steering:electric power assist systemOct 7, 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V475000 · 23,237 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring, 300, charger (lx) and dodge challenger (lc), avenger (js), and journey (jc), as well as model year 2011 dodge ram light duty pickup (ds) vehicles. Some of these vehicles may experience a separation at the crimped end of the power steering pressure hose assembly.

Risk: Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the power steering pressure hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on december 20, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What owners report

Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.

My horn started to honk on its own the front windshield wipers will not stop and the turn signals does not work anymore I was told the clock spring needs replaced there is a recall on google but now showing with my vehicle

Received Mar 26, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11727297

I went to go start my vehicle to commute home from work and had no power steering. I did some research and saw that my vehicle model from 2007-2016 was recalled for this issue

Received Dec 20, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11631858

Powering steering went out again for the 4th time. Had to have car towed to repair shop again 1/21/22. Will upload 4th receipt when repair is done.

Received Jan 22, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11448435
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.

Frequently asked questions

Do all 2010 Dodge Journeys have steering problems?

No. NHTSA has 69 owner complaints about steering for the 2010 Dodge Journey (7% of the 988 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Dodge Journey steering?

Yes: 2 safety recalls list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.

At what mileage do steering problems start?

The median reported mileage is 82,319 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.

What do owners say about steering problems on the 2010 Dodge Journey?

The most frequent phrase is “steering hose”, in 7 of 69 complaints, followed by “chrysler jeep” (5).

Other 2010 Dodge Journey problems

See all 2010 Dodge Journey problems or steering problems across all Journey years.