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Dodge Journey AWD Best and Worst Years (2009–2010)

NHTSA has 258 owner complaints and 1 recall campaigns on file for the Dodge Journey AWD (2009–2010). With data for fewer than 4 model years, we show the numbers without year verdicts.

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Model years
2
2009–2010
NHTSA complaints
258
Recall campaigns
1
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
8
Top problem area
Electrical System

Journey AWD Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)025507510020092010
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Dodge Journey AWD problems and recalls by year

YearVerdictIndexComplaintsCrashesFiresRecallsTop issueMPGNCAP
2009No verdict100161170Brakes——
2010No verdict097011Electrical System18—

Most common Dodge Journey AWD problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

  1. Electrical System103 (40%)
  2. Brakes88 (34%)
  3. Engine44 (17%)
  4. Other33 (13%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain33 (13%)
  6. Suspension, Wheels & Tires31 (12%)
  7. Airbags23 (9%)
  8. Steering21 (8%)
  9. Fuel System5 (2%)
  10. Structure & Body4 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the Dodge Journey AWD?
Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are electrical system (103, 40%), brakes (88, 34%), and engine (44, 17%).
How many recalls does the Dodge Journey AWD have?
NHTSA lists 1 distinct recall campaigns covering Dodge Journey AWD model years 2009–2010. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.