2016 Dodge Journey engine problems
113 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Dodge Journey — 29% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the engine made an abnormally loud sound. The check engine and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had progressively worsened. The vehicle was taken to an…”
filed Jul 2, 2026
“As I was driving my 2016 DJ just list power.. I coast my to the side of the road. I try cranking the car up but it wouldn't crank up. So I had it towed to my house which were about 5 mins away. Please help me with my car. Vehicle would not go up small hills”
filed Oct 9, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stallCampaign 16V907000 · Dec 16, 2016
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 | 29 | 13% |
| 2017 Journey | 43 | 22% |
| 2015 Journey | 134 | 24% |
| 2014 Journey | 97 | 24% |
| 2013 Journey | 72 | 21% |
| 2012 Journey | 97 | 26% |
| 2011 Journey | 29 | 17% |
| 2010 Journey | 164 | 17% |
| 2009 Journey | 149 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 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.