YearToAvoid

2019 Dodge Journey Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2019 Dodge Journey ranks 11th of 14 model years with a complaint index of 23 and earns a "Best" verdict relative to other Journey years. It has 100 complaints, 1 recall, and no do-not-drive recalls, with electrical system issues the top concern.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
23/100
#11 of 14 Journey years
Verdict
Best
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
100
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
1
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
6
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Top issue
Electrical System
Best nearby year
2020
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
20
18 city / 25 hwy
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Top 2019 Dodge Journey problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other30 (30%)
  2. Electrical System28 (28%)
  3. Collision Avoidance & Cameras20 (20%)
  4. Engine10 (10%)
  5. Airbags8 (8%)
  6. Brakes7 (7%)
  7. Structure & Body7 (7%)
  8. Transmission & Powertrain6 (6%)
  9. Seat Belts5 (5%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers4 (4%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Backup cameras fail to display an image or show it upside down, sometimes leading to low-speed collisions while parking.
  • Airbags did not deploy in rear-end collisions at highway speeds, even in impacts around 55 mph.
  • Dashboard warning lights (check engine, ESC, electronic throttle control) come on together while the vehicle loses power and cannot exceed 40 mph.
  • The instrument cluster falsely shows the key is not in the vehicle, sometimes triggering alarms and preventing restart.
  • Brakes squeak, pulsate, or feel warped well under typical wear expectations, reported at low mileage.
  • The engine struggles to accelerate past highway speed with erratic tachometer behavior and a noticeable shake.
2019 Dodge Journey complaints: complaints filed per month7Aug 2019Aug 2020Oct 2021Apr 2023May 2024Jan 2025Sep 2025Mar 2026
100 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2019 to Aug 2026; peak Feb 2026 (7).

2019 Dodge Journey recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V552000Aug 26, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras219,577 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster and 2019-2020 Dodge Journey vehicles. Cracks in the microprocessor may cause the vehicle's rearview camera image not to display properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility.

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning September 30, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated July 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 59C.

2019 Dodge Journey fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
Combined
20 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,250
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2019 compared with other Journey years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2017Good46197220
2018Good38234620
2019Best23100120
2020Best1565121

All Dodge Journey years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2019 Dodge Journey reliable?
Compared to other Journey model years, the 2019 ranks well. It has a complaint index of 23, the 11th worst (or 4th best) of 14 years tracked, and carries a "Best" verdict for this model.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Journey?
NHTSA complaint data shows the top problem area is the Electrical System, accounting for 28 of 100 complaints, followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras issues at 20 complaints, largely backup camera failures.
Does the 2019 Dodge Journey have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists one recall (campaign 25V552000) covering 2019-2020 Dodge Journey vehicles for rearview camera microprocessor cracks that can distort the display image. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
Did airbags fail on the 2019 Dodge Journey?
Owner complaints describe airbags not deploying during rear-end collisions, including at 55 mph. Airbags account for 8 of the 100 complaints and 3 of the 6 reported crashes for this model year.
How does the 2019 Journey compare to the worst Journey years?
The worst years are 2009 and 2010, with complaint indexes of 100 and 92 and thousands of complaints each. The 2019 model year's index of 23 is far lower, supporting its "Best" verdict relative to those years.

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.