2010 Dodge Journey AWD Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2010 Dodge Journey AWD has 97 NHTSA complaints and 1 recall, with a complaint index of 0 and rank 2 of 2 model years tracked. Electrical System issues lead at 56% of complaints, followed by Brakes at 30%.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 0/100
- #2 of 2 Journey AWD years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 97
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- Best nearby year
- —
- no alternative with data
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 18
- 15 city / 23 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2010 Dodge Journey AWD problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System54 (56%)
- Brakes29 (30%)
- Engine18 (19%)
- Other16 (16%)
- Steering14 (14%)
- Airbags6 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (5%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (5%)
- Fuel System3 (3%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the vehicle violently downshifting and RPMs spiking above 5,000 when cruise control is engaged going downhill.
- Engine misfires and shaking at medium speeds between 55 and 70 mph were reported, sometimes requiring repeat dealer visits.
- Electrical failures included dashboard warning lights, interior lights flickering, and the vehicle cutting off entirely while driving.
- Some owners reported sudden stalling at highway speed near 70 mph tied to an ignition-related recall.
- Steering wheel and brake pedal vibration when braking hard at highway speeds, with dealers attributing it to warped front and rear rotors.
- A transmission grinding noise and power loss while pulling out of a parking space was reported, with the dealer finding a stored diagnostic code.
2010 Dodge Journey AWD recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 11V139000Mar 1, 2011Electrical System195,798 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 dodge journey, grand caravan, and chrysler town & country vehicles manufacturer from august 3, 2009, through june 17, 2010. Some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off.
Risk: Engine shut off while driving could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the win modules free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during july 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
2010 Dodge Journey AWD fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 15 MPG
- Highway
- 23 MPG
- Combined
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,600
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2010 compared with other Journey AWD years
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Recalls | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | No verdict | 100 | 161 | 0 | — |
| 2010 | No verdict | 0 | 97 | 1 | 18 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2010 Dodge Journey AWD reliable?
- NHTSA lists 97 complaints and 1 recall for the 2010 Journey AWD, with Electrical System problems making up 56% of complaints and Brakes making up 30%. Compared to the only other year with data, 2009, which had 161 complaints, the 2010 ranks 2 of 2 in worst-first order.
- What is the top problem area for the 2010 Dodge Journey AWD?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, accounting for 56% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 65,000 miles. Brakes follow at 30% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 28,817 miles.
- Does the 2010 Dodge Journey AWD have a recall?
- Yes. Recall campaign 11V139000 covers an electrical system issue where the ignition key can be inadvertently disengaged; dealers replace the WIN module free of charge.
- How does the 2010 Journey AWD compare to the 2009 model?
- The 2009 Journey had 161 complaints and a complaint index of 100 with 0 recalls, while the 2010 had 97 complaints, a complaint index of 0, and 1 recall.