How many electrical system complaints does the 2013 Dodge Journey have?

NHTSA lists 76 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Dodge Journey, which is 22% of the 353 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Dodge Journey electrical system?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the electrical system complaints on the 2013 Dodge Journey.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2013 Journey?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints is 52,500 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.

Did the 2013 Dodge Journey electrical issues cause fires or crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this component shows 4 fires, 3 crashes, and 8 injuries reported for the 2013 Dodge Journey.

How does the 2013 Journey compare to other years for electrical complaints?

The 2013 Journey's electrical complaints are 22% of its total, lower than the 2010 model year's 62% share but similar to several other model years in the 22-31% range.

2013 Dodge Journey Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 76 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Dodge Journey, 22% of its 353 total complaints that year. Owners reported smoke, fires, stalling, and door lock failures, with a median failure mileage of 52,500 miles. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 76; 22% of 353
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 52,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report smoke or fire coming from door panels, dashboard, or engine compartment, sometimes while driving.
Some describe the vehicle stalling or shutting down suddenly while underway, including on hills, leading to loss of control.
Several mention the vehicle jerking violently at low speed with the instrument panel lights illuminating and the problem recurring even after dealer visits.
Door locks reportedly engage or disengage unpredictably, trapping occupants inside or outside the vehicle.
Owners report the vehicle failing to start, with warning lights and hazard lights illuminating and one case of jumper cables catching fire on the battery.
A few describe cruise control that would not disengage or a speedometer showing incorrect readings.

When 2013 Dodge Journey electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 20, 2014, latest Jun 29, 2026.

76 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q1 to 2026 Q2; peak 2019 Q1 (6).

Electrical System recalls for the 2013 Dodge Journey

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Journey model year

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

2010610 (62%)
201146 (27%)
2012117 (31%)
201376 (22%)
2014107 (26%)
2015119 (22%)
201689 (23%)
201759 (30%)
201893 (40%)
201928 (28%)
202022 (34%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2013 Dodge Journey have?: NHTSA lists 76 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Dodge Journey, which is 22% of the 353 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Dodge Journey electrical system?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the electrical system complaints on the 2013 Dodge Journey.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2013 Journey?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints is 52,500 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
Did the 2013 Dodge Journey electrical issues cause fires or crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this component shows 4 fires, 3 crashes, and 8 injuries reported for the 2013 Dodge Journey.
How does the 2013 Journey compare to other years for electrical complaints?: The 2013 Journey's electrical complaints are 22% of its total, lower than the 2010 model year's 62% share but similar to several other model years in the 22-31% range.