Dodge Journey Fuel/propulsion System Problems
Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Dodge Journey across 11 model years. The 2015 model year has the most (19). The words owners use most often: “catalytic converter” (6% of reports).
- 109fuel/propulsion system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 43%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Catalytic converter: mentioned in 7 of 109 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do fuel/propulsion system problems happen?
Based on 74 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 109 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 2 an injury.
Dodge Journey fuel/propulsion system complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel/propulsion System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Journey | 3 | 3% | 24,370 |
| 2018 Journey | 8 | 3% | 34,060 |
| 2017 Journey | 14 | 7% | 25,500 |
| 2016 Journey | 13 | 3% | 34,000 |
| 2015 Journey | 19 | 3% | 44,500 |
| 2014 Journey | 9 | 2% | 36,000 |
| 2013 Journey | 10 | 3% | 114,000 |
| 2012 Journey | 14 | 4% | 53,000 |
| 2011 Journey | 3 | 2% | 66,334 |
| 2010 Journey | 7 | 1% | 90,000 |
| 2009 Journey | 9 | 1% | 100,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists fuel/propulsion system for the Dodge Journey. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I am reporting a safety concern involving a 2018 Dodge Journey SE (VIN: [XXX] ) related to a failure in the vehicleâs emissions control system, specifically the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors. On January 13, 2026, the vehicle began producing a strong sulfur or ârotten eggâ odor while…
My car is junk. I have actually put tens of thousands of dollars into this car to keep it on the road. I would get rid of it but I owe more than itâs worth. This is insane. I cannot believe that none of the recalls come up on my vin because Iâve had to pay for so many repairs that are on recall…
CarMax sold me a vehicle with a Cracked & Leaking Exhaust Manifold & Catylic Converter & its causing Exhaust Fumes to come up inside vehicle & is getting worse as I drive it.
Catalytic converters on these models are failing too. There are recalls on the other 2017 dodge journeys, please add this model too them asap its dangerous and we use this to transport kids. Thank you photos of failing codes available upon request
I was driving to work and after about 15 minutes of driving at around 45 miles an hour my car stopped accelerating when I pushed on the gas. Shortly after that my wheel locked and the power steering went out. Once I got myself on the side of the road the car would not turn off and I had trouble…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Journeys have fuel/propulsion system problems?
No. NHTSA has 109 owner complaints about fuel/propulsion system for the Dodge Journey. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Journey fuel/propulsion system?
No recall currently lists fuel/propulsion system for this vehicle.
What do owners say about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Dodge Journey?
The most frequent phrase is “catalytic converter”, in 7 of 109 complaints.
Other Dodge Journey problems
- Electrical System problems (2,089)
- Engine problems (949)
- Service Brakes problems (677)
- Air Bags problems (638)
- Power Train problems (497)
- Steering problems (339)
- Seats problems (307)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (282)
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