2015 Dodge Journey Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 166 engine complaints for the 2015 Dodge Journey, 30% of its 553 total complaints for the year. A related recall (15V431000) covers an engine cover mounting issue on 2.4L models built through May 26, 2015.
- Engine complaints
- 166
- 30% of 553
- Crashes reported
- 6
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 56,798 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Vehicles stall or shut off suddenly while driving at highway or city speeds, with no warning before losing power.
- Some owners report the engine dying and being difficult or impossible to restart, requiring multiple attempts.
- A burning odor from the engine was reported, tied to the recall for the engine cover mounting system that lacked available replacement parts.
- Check engine light illuminates along with violent shaking, traced in one case to a camshaft position sensor replacement that did not resolve the issue.
- Dealers in several cases could not diagnose the stalling failure despite repeated visits.
When 2015 Dodge Journey engine complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 5, 2014, latest Aug 28, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2015 Dodge Journey
- NHTSA 15V431000Jul 7, 2015Engine145,379 vehicles
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold.
Risk: If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved mounting system for the engine cover, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R32.
Engine complaints by Journey model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many engine complaints does the 2015 Dodge Journey have?
- NHTSA lists 166 engine complaints for the 2015 Dodge Journey, which is 30% of the 553 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there an engine recall for the 2015 Dodge Journey?
- Yes. Recall campaign 15V431000, reported July 7, 2015, covers 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles with 2.4L engines built through May 26, 2015, where the engine cover may detach. The remedy is an improved mounting system installed free by dealers.
- At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2015 Journey?
- The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2015 Journey is 56,797.5 miles, though some owners reported stalling issues at much lower mileage.
- Did the 2015 Journey engine problems cause crashes or injuries?
- Within the engine complaint area, NHTSA data shows 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries linked to these reports.
- How does the 2015 Journey compare to other years for engine complaints?
- The 2015 Journey's 30% share of complaints tied to the engine is close to 2012 (31%) and 2014 (29%), and lower than 2016 (37%), based on this_area_by_model_year data.