2010 Dodge Journey vs 2010 Honda Element
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 | 2010 Dodge Journey | 2010 Honda Element |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 987 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 54 | 52 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 20–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 73,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Journey | Honda Element |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 599 | 2 |
| Engine | 164 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 100 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 89 | 7 |
| Steering | 69 | 1 |
| Power Train | 48 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 40 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 36 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 137 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 118 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 50 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 23 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 8 | 0 |
2010 Dodge Journey
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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.