How many airbag complaints does the 2014 Dodge Journey have?

NHTSA lists 46 airbag complaints for the 2014 Dodge Journey, which is 11% of the 415 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Dodge Journey airbags?

Yes. Recall 17V432000, reported July 7, 2017, covers 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles where the driver's frontal airbag wiring inside the steering wheel can chafe and cause unexpected deployment. Dealers inspect and, if needed, replace the wiring.

Do airbags fail to deploy in the 2014 Dodge Journey?

Multiple sample complaints describe airbags not deploying during frontal impacts, rear-end collisions, and rollovers, with 16 crashes and 22 injuries reported across the 46 airbag complaints for this model year.

At what mileage do airbag problems occur in the 2014 Dodge Journey?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 65,000 at failure for airbag complaints on the 2014 Dodge Journey, though individual sample complaints range from as low as 2,300 miles.

2014 Dodge Journey Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 46 airbag complaints for the 2014 Dodge Journey, 11% of its 415 total complaints, tied to 16 crashes and 22 injuries. A related recall (17V432000) covers driver airbag wiring that can chafe inside the steering wheel and cause unexpected deployment.

Airbags complaints: 46; 11% of 415
Crashes reported: 16
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 22
Median mileage: 65,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Airbags failed to deploy in frontal or rear-end collisions at speeds around 40 to 45 mph, leaving occupants with neck, back, and head injuries.
Airbags did not deploy during rollover crashes, including incidents where the vehicle flipped multiple times after losing control at highway speed.
One owner reported the front airbag deployed in an unusual location near the floor, striking the driver's foot against the brake pedal and causing injury.
Some non-deployment incidents involved a separate braking or stability control complaint after a recall repair, where the vehicle lost traction on wet roads.
Complaints describe air bags failing to deploy even in crashes involving guard rails, deer strikes, and pole impacts, with vehicle speeds ranging up to 85 mph.

When 2014 Dodge Journey airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 25, 2014, latest Nov 11, 2025.

46 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2014 to Nov 2025; peak Oct 2018 (3).

Airbags recalls for the 2014 Dodge Journey

NHTSA 17V432000Jul 7, 2017Airbags363,480 vehicles
Air bags:frontal
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
Risk: Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47.

Airbags complaints by Journey model year

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

201089 (9%)
201114 (8%)
201229 (8%)
201344 (12%)
201446 (11%)
201568 (12%)
201626 (7%)
201729 (15%)
201812 (5%)
20198 (8%)
20202 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2014 Dodge Journey have?: NHTSA lists 46 airbag complaints for the 2014 Dodge Journey, which is 11% of the 415 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Dodge Journey airbags?: Yes. Recall 17V432000, reported July 7, 2017, covers 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles where the driver's frontal airbag wiring inside the steering wheel can chafe and cause unexpected deployment. Dealers inspect and, if needed, replace the wiring.
Do airbags fail to deploy in the 2014 Dodge Journey?: Multiple sample complaints describe airbags not deploying during frontal impacts, rear-end collisions, and rollovers, with 16 crashes and 22 injuries reported across the 46 airbag complaints for this model year.
At what mileage do airbag problems occur in the 2014 Dodge Journey?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 65,000 at failure for airbag complaints on the 2014 Dodge Journey, though individual sample complaints range from as low as 2,300 miles.