How common are brake complaints for the 2011 Dodge Journey?

NHTSA lists 60 brake complaints for the 2011 Journey, which is 36% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2011 Dodge Journey brakes?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints filed for the 2011 Journey.

At what mileage do 2011 Dodge Journey brake problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2011 Journey is 24,000 miles.

How does the 2011 Journey compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2011 Journey's brake share of 36% of total complaints is higher than most other model years listed, including 2010 at 18%, 2012 at 34%, and 2013 at 23%.

Did brake problems on the 2011 Dodge Journey cause any crashes?

NHTSA data attributes 3 crashes and 5 injuries to brake-related complaints on the 2011 Journey, with 0 fires reported.

2011 Dodge Journey Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 60 brake complaints for the 2011 Dodge Journey, 36% of that year's 169 total complaints. There are no related recalls, and the median mileage at failure is 24,000 miles.

Brakes complaints: 60; 36% of 169
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 5
Median mileage: 24,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Steering wheel shakes or vibrates violently when braking, often starting between 40 and 60 mph.
Front brake rotors warp prematurely, sometimes requiring replacement in the first year of ownership.
Owners report a loud metal grinding noise from the front wheel area during braking, even at low speed.
Some owners had rotors, pads, and calipers replaced multiple times, in one case up to three or six times.
A few owners describe sudden loss of stopping ability or an abrupt, unexpected stop without applying the brakes.
One owner was told the calipers were undersized, causing rotors to overheat and require replacement.

When 2011 Dodge Journey brake complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 12, 2011, latest Aug 20, 2025.

60 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2011 to Aug 2025; peak Jul 2012 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Dodge Journey

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Journey model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010174 (18%)
201160 (36%)
2012126 (34%)
201381 (23%)
2014103 (25%)
2015123 (22%)
201666 (17%)
201721 (11%)
201828 (12%)
20197 (7%)
20204 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are brake complaints for the 2011 Dodge Journey?: NHTSA lists 60 brake complaints for the 2011 Journey, which is 36% of the 169 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2011 Dodge Journey brakes?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints filed for the 2011 Journey.
At what mileage do 2011 Dodge Journey brake problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2011 Journey is 24,000 miles.
How does the 2011 Journey compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2011 Journey's brake share of 36% of total complaints is higher than most other model years listed, including 2010 at 18%, 2012 at 34%, and 2013 at 23%.
Did brake problems on the 2011 Dodge Journey cause any crashes?: NHTSA data attributes 3 crashes and 5 injuries to brake-related complaints on the 2011 Journey, with 0 fires reported.