2009 Dodge Journey vs 2009 Honda CR-V
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Dodge Journey | 2009 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,433 | 386 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 89 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 41 | 29 |
| Fire reports | 30 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 22–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 65,000 mi | 65,698 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Journey | Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 767 | 44 |
| Air Bags | 269 | 176 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 195 | 3 |
| Engine | 149 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 106 | 10 |
| Power Train | 104 | 11 |
| Steering | 72 | 15 |
| Tires | 52 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 179 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 164 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 52 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 33 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 28 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 27 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 25 | 30 |
| Brake problems | 23 | 0 |
2009 Dodge Journey
2009 Honda CR-V
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.