2014 Dodge Journey vs 2016 Dodge Journey
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Dodge Journey | 2016 Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 409 | 385 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 214 | 180 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,387 mi | 58,067 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Journey | Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 97 | 113 |
| Electrical System | 104 | 84 |
| Service Brakes | 80 | 49 |
| Power Train | 35 | 86 |
| Seats | 41 | 35 |
| Air Bags | 46 | 26 |
| Steering | 28 | 34 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 41 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 62 |
| Check engine light | 25 | 38 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 25 |
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 9 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 9 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 9 |
2014 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.