2009 Dodge Journey steering problems
72 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2009 Dodge Journey — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Power steering hose ruptured after a few days of snow and ice. I went to drive to the store but was unable to turn out of the driveway due to no power steering. I done some research to where I found out there was a recall for this same issue but evidently my VIN # isn't included in this recall as…”
filed Feb 4, 2026
“The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while reversing in cold weather, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. Upon inspection, the contact became aware that the power steering hose was leaking fluid and had detached. There were no warning lights illuminated. The…”
filed Feb 2, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine…Campaign 16V273000 · May 6, 2016
Steering problems in other Journey years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Journey | 3 | 5% |
| 2019 Journey | 2 | 2% |
| 2018 Journey | 11 | 5% |
| 2017 Journey | 15 | 8% |
| 2016 Journey | 34 | 9% |
| 2015 Journey | 39 | 7% |
| 2014 Journey | 28 | 7% |
| 2013 Journey | 20 | 6% |
| 2012 Journey | 23 | 6% |
| 2011 Journey | 23 | 14% |
| 2010 Journey | 69 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Dodge Journey
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.