2009 Dodge Journey Electrical System Problems
NHTSA has 767 owner complaints about electrical problems in the 2009 Dodge Journey, 54% of all 1,433 complaints for this model year. That is the highest electrical complaint count among 14 Journey model years. These complaints report 12 crashes, 16 fires, and 11 injuries. Median mileage at failure: 80,000 miles.
- Electrical System complaints
- 767
- 54% of 1,433
- Crashes reported
- 12
- Fires reported
- 16
- Injuries reported
- 11
- Median mileage
- 80,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
When 2009 Dodge Journey electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 5, 2008, latest Apr 14, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2009 Dodge Journey
- NHTSA 10V658000Dec 24, 2010Electrical System64,934 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009 dodge journey vehicles manufacturer from november 1, 2007, through november 7, 2008. The wires within the front door wire harnesses may fatigue and break, which can interrupt the circuits for the side impact sensor(s), resulting in an airbag warning lamp illumination and loss of side crash sensing capability.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the side airbag may not deploy, reducing the protection intended for the occupant and increasing the risk of injuries.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and replace the left and right door wiring harnesses free of charge. The safety recall began on february 18, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- NHTSA 09V082000Mar 12, 2009Electrical System16,852 vehicles
Electrical system
Chrysler is recalling 16,852 my 2009 dodge journey vehicles equipped without optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet. An unused electrical connector for the optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet option may become corroded and could short circuit.
Risk: If the fuse for this circuit does not blow, the connector could overheat and potentially catch fire.
Remedy: Dealers will re-route and stow the 115 volt auxiliary power outlet connector and pull the 25 amp fuse to remove power from this unused circuit free of charge. The recall began on march 30, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- NHTSA 08V247000Jun 3, 2008Electrical System6,692 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Chrysler is recalling 6,692 my 2009 dodge journey vehicles equipped with a 3.5l engine. The engine wiring harness may contact the left transaxle mount.
Risk: Damage to the wiring harness could result in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine wiring harness for damage. If the harness is damaged, the wiring will be repaired and a tie wrap installed to secure the harness away from the left transaxle mount. If no damage is found, a tie wrap will be installed to secure the harness away from the left transaxle mount. The recall began on july 7, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Electrical System complaints by Journey model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2009 Dodge Journey have electrical problems?
- NHTSA has 767 owner complaints about the electrical in the 2009 Dodge Journey, 54% of all complaints for this model year, including 12 that report a crash. Median mileage at failure is 80,000 miles.
- Which Dodge Journey year has the most electrical complaints?
- The 2009 Dodge Journey has the most electrical complaints (767), compared with 767 for the 2009.
- Is there a electrical recall for the 2009 Dodge Journey?
- Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Dodge Journey concern the electrical: 10V658000, 09V082000, and 08V247000.