Does the 2018 Dodge Journey have any recalls?

The 2018 Dodge Journey has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2018 Dodge Journey?

331 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge Journey.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 Dodge Journey?

There are 139 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge Journey.

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2018 Dodge Journey service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

SE Plus Sport Utility 4-Door
SE Sport Utility 4-Door
GT Sport Utility 4-Door
SXT Lujo Sport Utility 4-Door
Canada Value Package Sport Utility 4-Door
Crossroad Sport Utility 4-Door
Sport Sport Utility 4-Door
SXT Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

2.4L 2360CC 144Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
3.6L 3604CC 220Cu. In. V6 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2018 Dodge Journey Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #22V72300029/09/2022Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. The amber side reflex reflector assembled into the headlamp may not reflect brightly enough. As such, these vehicles fai

Consequence

A dim reflector may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a

Remedy

Dealers will replace the headlamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were maile

NHTSA #18V52300009/08/2018Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may ha

Consequence

A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The

NHTSA #18V52400009/08/2018Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles,

Consequence

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge.

TSB #11026577

CAMERA REAR VIEW

TSB #11025028

Engine Oil Leak

TSB #11022027

Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.

TSB #11021585

LAMP - DOME

TSB #11019776

LAMP - DOME

TSB #11018447

"Washer Light On And Will Not Turn Off After Adding Washer Solvent."

TSB #11017451

LAMP - DOME

TSB #11017445

ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER

Showing the 8 most recent of 139 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20201113Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A DEER. DURING THE CRASH THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED SEVERE DA

20191118Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT OF DEC. 2018 ON THE 1-10 GOING WEST BOUND. AN UNDERAGE, UNLICENSED DRIVER HIT ME GOING 60-70MPH WHEN WE WERE DOING STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. (I WAS STOPPED AT THE TIME SAME WITH ALL

20191011Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reported1 injured

I WAS IN A WRECK ON OCT 2 2019 WHERE THE FOUNT END OF MY CAR WAS RIPPED OFF AND AND SEVERELY DAMAGED MY AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED CAUSING ME TO HIT MY DOOR AND WINDOW AS WELL AS SLAMMING ME INTO MY DASH

20190125Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE CONTACT FELL ASLEEP AND CRASHED INTO A CABLE MEDIAN. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL AND THE AXLE FRACTURED AND DETACHED FROM THE VE

20241223Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTINGCrash reported

Reflectors are critical for visibility especially when it is foggy outside. My reflectors made my vehicle less visible to other driver because he backed his trailer into my car not seeing my lights or

Showing the 5 most serious of 331 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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