2016 Dodge Journey vs 2016 Jeep Cherokee
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 | 2016 Dodge Journey | 2016 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 385 | 1,401 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 180 | 450 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 36 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 14 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 23–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,067 mi | 45,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Journey | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 86 | 626 |
| Engine | 113 | 313 |
| Electrical System | 84 | 296 |
| Service Brakes | 49 | 92 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 32 | 76 |
| Steering | 34 | 53 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 62 | 143 |
| Check engine light | 38 | 81 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 63 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 46 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 42 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 29 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
2016 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.