2019 Dodge Journey Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Dodge Journey.

20182020
Complaints
116
Crashes
11
Fires
0
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2019 Dodge Journey Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#119 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:15,375 mi
Crash-related:1
#211 complaints

Backup Camera

Avg mileage:91,779 mi
#39 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:38,588 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Dodge Journey.

Electrical Faults
19
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
15,375
Backup Camera
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
91,779
Engine Problems
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
38,588
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
45,000
Headlight/Taillight Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
43,000
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
25,739
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
20,375
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Child Seat:Base:Locking/Release Mechanism
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Dodge Journey

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~219,577 vehicles.

25V552000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~219,577 affected

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.

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2019 Dodge Journey — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Dodge Journey reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Dodge Journey has 116 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Dodge Journey?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (19 complaints, avg 15,375 mi); Backup Camera (11 complaints, avg 91,779 mi); Engine Problems (9 complaints, avg 38,588 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Dodge Journey?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 39,338 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Dodge Journey?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Dodge Journey include 11 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Dodge Journey have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 219,577 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Dodge Journey?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Dodge Journey reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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