2017 Dodge Journey Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 21 brake complaints for the 2017 Dodge Journey, 11% of its 197 total complaints. The median mileage at failure was 30,950. There are no related recalls listed for this brake issue.
- Brakes complaints
- 21
- 11% of 197
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 30,950 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal failing to spring back and the vehicle not stopping when the pedal is depressed.
- Some describe losing brakes and power steering together while driving, with the vehicle momentarily shutting down.
- Others report a grinding or shaking sensation when slowing from higher speeds, described as a rotor or rescue-ring type issue.
- Several owners say the ABS and traction control warning lights stay on continuously, sometimes paired with a brake pedal that feels loose or unresponsive.
- A few complaints mention brake trouble occurring alongside cruise control malfunctions or push-to-start delays.
When 2017 Dodge Journey brake complaints were filed
First complaint May 2, 2018, latest Jun 16, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Dodge Journey?
- NHTSA lists 21 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Dodge Journey, which is 11% of the 197 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2017 Dodge Journey brakes?
- No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this brake complaint area on the 2017 Dodge Journey.
- At what mileage do 2017 Dodge Journey brake problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 30,950 miles.
- Did the 2017 Dodge Journey brake issue cause any crashes?
- NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint area for the 2017 Dodge Journey shows 2 crashes and 1 injury, with no reported fires.
- Is the 2017 Dodge Journey's brake complaint rate high compared to other years?
- At 11% of total complaints, the 2017 Journey has one of the lower brake complaint shares among its model years, compared to 36% in 2011 and 34% in 2012.