2011 Dodge Journey vs 2012 Dodge Journey
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 | 2011 Dodge Journey | 2012 Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 169 | 375 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 162 | 224 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 65,000 mi | 80,295 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Journey | Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 43 | 115 |
| Service Brakes | 47 | 95 |
| Engine | 29 | 97 |
| Power Train | 20 | 36 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 7 | 44 |
| Steering | 23 | 23 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 29 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 0 |
| Stalling | 16 | 47 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 18 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 11 |
| Overheating | 5 | 12 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 11 |
2011 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.