2015 Dodge Journey engine problems
135 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2015 Dodge Journey — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Car overheared i was checking on regular basis to maybe sure it haf coolant.warning lights didnt come on.temperature gage was normal. Oil hot came o. 2 times with temperature gage just fine .sone who the upper inlet on top radiator hose broke off into the hose . No sign no warning car just kept…”
filed Aug 28, 2026
“My car is junk. I have actually put tens of thousands of dollars into this car to keep it on the road. I would get rid of it but I owe more than it’s worth. This is insane. I cannot believe that none of the recalls come up on my vin because I’ve had to pay for so many repairs that are on recall…”
filed Feb 24, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the…Campaign 15V431000 · Jul 7, 2015
Related service bulletins
Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11)
U67 Combo Rev11 · Warranty Program/Extension · issued Jun 18, 2026STARTER - ENGINE
103617 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 20, 2025
Engine problems in other Journey years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Journey | 8 | 13% |
| 2019 Journey | 9 | 9% |
| 2018 Journey | 30 | 13% |
| 2017 Journey | 43 | 22% |
| 2016 Journey | 113 | 29% |
| 2014 Journey | 98 | 24% |
| 2013 Journey | 72 | 20% |
| 2012 Journey | 97 | 26% |
| 2011 Journey | 29 | 17% |
| 2010 Journey | 164 | 17% |
| 2009 Journey | 149 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 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.