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2018 Dodge Journey Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2018 Dodge Journey, 6% of that year's 234 total complaints. No related recalls are on file, and median mileage at failure is 42,440 miles.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
15
6% of 234
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
42,440 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

  • Front strut failure causes loud popping noises over bumps or uneven roads, sometimes returning even after dealer replacement.
  • Owners report premature rear wheel bearing failure, in one case around 35,000 miles, which triggers ABS, traction control, and cruise control warning lights and causes uneven tire wear.
  • Front passenger side camber goes out of alignment and cannot be adjusted, leading to strut replacement under warranty.
  • Tires, including factory-installed Kumho and aftermarket Toyo units, show tread chunking, sidewall cracking, dry rot, and bulging well before expected tire life.
  • Some owners describe repeatedly replacing rear tires every few months due to rapid bald spots and exposed wiring.
  • Vehicles vibrate noticeably at highway speeds above 65 mph, which owners tie back to tire tread separation.

When 2018 Dodge Journey suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 2, 2019, latest Aug 12, 2026.

2018 Dodge Journey suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month1Jul 2019Feb 2020Jan 2021Jun 2021Jun 2022Jul 2023Jun 2025Aug 2026
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2019 to Aug 2026; peak Jul 2019 (1).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2018 Dodge Journey

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Journey model year

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

  1. 20070 (0%)
  2. 20082 (25%)
  3. 200985 (6%)
  4. 201033 (3%)
  5. 201110 (6%)
  6. 201224 (6%)
  7. 201312 (3%)
  8. 201419 (5%)
  9. 201515 (3%)
  10. 20169 (2%)
  11. 20177 (4%)
  12. 201815 (6%)
  13. 20191 (1%)
  14. 20203 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2018 Dodge Journey have?
NHTSA records 15 complaints in this category for the 2018 Journey, which is 6% of the 234 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2018 Dodge Journey's suspension or tires?
No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this component area on the 2018 Journey.
At what mileage do suspension problems typically show up on the 2018 Journey?
The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 42,440 miles.
Did any suspension or tire complaints involve crashes or injuries?
No. NHTSA lists zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries among the 15 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for this model year.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.