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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 4
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
76,656 miles

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2009 Dodge Journey drivetrain problems

drivetrain problem

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2009 Dodge Journey Owner Comments (Page 2 of 5)

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problem #67

Feb 272018

Journey

  • 39,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. When starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to greenbrier Dodge of chesapeake (1717 S military hwy, chesapeake, va 23320) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 39,000. The VIN was not available.

- Chesapeake, VA, USA

problem #66

Dec 042017

Journey

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While driving various speeds, the vehicle began to shake and there were squealing noises and a vibration from the floorboard. The vehicle was towed to champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge in indianapolis, Indiana where it was determined that the power train unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the brakes and electrical system malfunctioned. The vehicle was repaired at least thirty times by various dealers since 2013. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #65

Aug 122017

Journey

  • 96,000 miles
It stalls while in gear and moving automatic transmission. Worse when temps are colder outside. Currently 99000 miles.

- Steep Falls Me, ME, USA

problem #64

Feb 132018

Journey

  • 97,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the power steering return hose failed. There were no warning indicators illuminated before or after the failure. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The contact diagnosed the vehicle himself and determined that the faulty part was the power steering return hose. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact wanted his vehicle included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V273000 (steering) because he believed the failure was relevant to the recall. The VIN was not provided. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

- Ishpeming, MI, USA

problem #63

Jan 162018

Journey

  • 149,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced lack of acceleration and moderate vibration while being operated at 60 mph. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to dick poe Chrysler Jeep (6501 Montana ave, el paso, tx) where it was diagnosed that the PCM was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that there were no recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000.

- El Paso, TX, USA

problem #62

Jan 012014

Journey

  • 100,000 miles
Problem with stearing system as campain fca S08 also on this model 2.0 td dpf also huge problem on automatic transmition getrag

- Roma, TX, USA

problem #61

Dec 142017

Journey

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The PCM needs to be replaced. I don't know much about cars so I don't know what this means. The dealership did a diagnostic test and I was told I needed to replace the PCM.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #60

Dec 042017

Journey

  • 167,800 miles
Writing in regards to a recall issued for 2009 Dodge Journeys on date 10/9/2008. The recall is Chrysler recall H33 that began on 11/10/2008. This recall addresses the powertrain control model/fuel pump relay. My vehicle is stated to have not qualified for this recall but is currently having the same dysfunction listed in the recall and is not operable. My vehicle has been diagnosed and needs a powertrain control module replacement due to malfunction. The malfunction occurs when the vehicle is powered on, when in motion, and when trying to drive. I spoke with debbie at Chrysler today and she informed me that my vehicle did not qualify for the recall H33 replacement of this part as identified by VIN, although my vehicle was manufactured within the same dates, make, model and year.

- Alvin, IL, USA

problem #59

Aug 252017

Journey

  • 83,000 miles
The car power will fluctuate with the RPM going up and down when trying to accelerate. New trhottle body with tps sensor, intake air sensor and gas pedal sensors were replaced and still having the same issue. The engine problem light is on also the electric throttle control system light is on. The vehicle has only 83000 miles. Active codes are P0642, P2138, P0335 & P0113. The car is dangerous to drive due to speed fluctuation.

- Wake Forest, NC, USA

problem #58

Aug 032017

Journey

  • 158,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the vehicle had several defects and failed to start on several occasions. As a result, the contact had to leave the vehicle unattended for a day and then go back and restart the vehicle. While the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate over 35 mph. On several occasions, the air bag, check engine, traction control, esp, and security indicators illuminated off and on. Also, on several occasions, the gear shifter failed to shift into neutral. The vehicle was taken to monken Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Nissan (located at 1739 w mccord St, centrailia, il 62801 (618) 545-5100) where it was diagnosed that the failure could not be replicated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to king city Chrysler center (located at broadway St, mt vernon, il 62864 (618) 242-6600) where it was diagnosed that the PCM needed to be replaced. The contact stated that another mechanic suggested to have the PCM rebuilt to save money. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 158,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- Mt Vernon, IL, USA

problem #57

Jun 232017

Journey

  • 130,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My 2009 Dodge Journey will not shut off when you take the key out. The windows will not go up and down. I brought into a Dodge dealership and had the recall on the ignition switch and the wiring harness in the driver door replaced. My car still will not shut off and windows still don't work but now won't go into gear after dealer repaired. I took it to a second dealer and now after 3 week they are saying I need a tipm for $1700. But they don't know if that will fix the problem" plus now the car will not start. My car is in worse shape then when I brought it into the dealership to repair" I called the corporate office and they are not willing to do anything.

- Punta Gorda, FL, USA

problem #56

May 162017

Journey

  • 134,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. When the key was inserted in the ignition switch, the parked vehicle did not start. The vehicle made a clicking sound. The contact had to shift into neutral in order for the vehicle to start. The contact also stated that the failure occurred approximately ten times in the past. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed it as a neutral safety switch failure that needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,000.

- Cartersville, GA, USA

problem #55

Apr 132017

Journey

  • 112,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle independently shifted into reverse. The failure occurred without warning. After applying the emergency brake, the vehicle was able to be stopped. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving 20 mph. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission had an internal failure and would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #54

Mar 212017

Journey

  • miles
The engine stalls when driving down the street and / or highway. There have been several complaints online but no one seems to know how to fix it. Also, intermittent no start when trying to start the car. No crank. 2009 Dodge Journey

- Spicewood, TX, USA

problem #53

Jan 112017

Journey 6-cyl

  • miles
2009 Dodge Journey. Consumer writes in regards to transmission failure. The consumer stated the transmission failed. The doors would not lock and the tires blew out, as there was no tread on them.

- Kent, WA, USA

problem #52

Jan 052017

Journey

  • 150,000 miles
Transmission locks in low gear with no warning has happened at least 5 times

- Franklin, WI, USA

problem #51

Oct 202016

Journey

  • miles
I have had a 2009 Dodge Journey for only six months, it has a vtect transmission in it and just completely went out with now warning signs or nothing. Its hard for me to believe that there is not a recall on these kind of transmissions from what I have been reading...now I'm out about $10,000 dollars..

- Connersville, IN, USA

problem #50

Oct 032016

Journey 6-cyl

  • 83,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While driving 25 mph, a loud abnormal noise was heard and smoke emitted from the rear of the vehicle. In addition, the contact independently noticed that the transaxle was leaking fluid. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transfer case and two gears in the transfer case had fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 83,000. Updated 12/21/16 updated 7/9/18

- Fairview Park, OH, USA

problem #49

Aug 182016

Journey

  • 125,000 miles
My 2009 Dodge Journey SXT will completely shut off while driving, not stopped but right in the middle of driving. This has happen 2 times sense getting it back from the dealer in January from taking it in for the recall for this very problem. This is very dangerous and now I am being told to bring it back to the dealership for a diagnostic test to see if it related to the recall and if not related then I will have to pay for the diagnosis lol yea right!! I have never heard of a car dying while driving it. If I am told I have to pay as mich as one penny the only thing I will be paying for is a lawyer.

- Kc, MO, USA

problem #48

Jul 062013

Journey

  • 50,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced trouble starting. Also, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle jerked forward. The dealer repaired the vehicle per NHTSA campaign number: 14V373000 (electrical system), but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

- Savannah, GA, USA

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