2015 Dodge Journey Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 123 brake complaints for the 2015 Dodge Journey, 22% of all 553 complaints that year, tied to a recall (15V675000) for water intrusion into the ABS wiring harness. Crashes reached 10 with 12 injuries reported, and median mileage at failure was 43,000.
- Brakes complaints
- 123
- 22% of 553
- Crashes reported
- 10
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 12
- Median mileage
- 43,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal traveling to the floor with little or no resistance, resulting in complete loss of stopping power.
- Several drivers describe the vehicle failing to slow or stop during braking at highway speeds, leading to rear-end collisions.
- Some complaints mention the ABS or emergency brake warning light illuminating just before the brakes failed to respond.
- One owner described repeated incidents of delayed stopping, a sudden screeching stop from light pedal pressure, and a full brake failure within the same vehicle.
- A parked vehicle reportedly rolled backward down an incline, though the dealer found it to be functioning as designed.
- One driver reported the accelerator failing to respond while the brake pedal was applied, with braking engaging only after a delay.
When 2015 Dodge Journey brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 24, 2015, latest Aug 7, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2015 Dodge Journey
- NHTSA 15V675000Oct 19, 2015Brakes275,187 vehicles
Electronic stability control (esc)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
Risk: If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61.
Brakes complaints by Journey model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Are there a lot of brake complaints for the 2015 Dodge Journey?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 123 brake complaints for the 2015 Journey, which is 22% of all 553 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Dodge Journey?
- Yes. Recall 15V675000, reported October 19, 2015, covers water entering the ABS wiring harness in 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles built between April 21, 2012 and April 14, 2015. The remedy involves sealing the harness and replacing affected parts.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2015 Journey?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 43,000 miles for brake-related complaints on the 2015 Journey.
- Have the 2015 Journey's brake problems caused crashes or injuries?
- Yes. NHTSA records 10 crashes and 12 injuries tied to brake complaints on the 2015 Dodge Journey, with no fires reported.