The Lemon Index2014 Dodge Journey.
The 2014 Dodge Journey is worse than average by owner complaints: 175 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 171, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 19 to 21 mpg combined. The best Dodge Journey year is 2020.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 416 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Dodge Journey year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 19K to 92K miles on the car (263 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 13K–97K miles
- engine complaints mostly came at 14K–95K miles
- brakes complaints mostly came at 18K–73K miles
Recalls 7
- electrical 2018
These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.
- equipment 2017
A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf.
- airbags 2017
In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
Show all 7 recalls
- steering 2016
After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
- stability control 2015
In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
- engine 2015
In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold.
- equipment 2014
The affected vehicles may be equipped with tire placard labels which contain inaccurate seating capacity and occupant/cargo combined weight information.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Dodge told dealers about
Dodge sent dealers 214 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Various vehicles are experiencing loss of oil, and possibly an oil leakage pooling in engine…
- "pentastar oil filter adapter before replacing this part, please call any one of the following…
- Hard Contact Knocking Noise In Engine Compartment Primarily While Turning Left This bulletin…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenVehicle entrapment2024
- ClosedActive head rest inadvertent deployment2019–2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Journey SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Dodge Journey SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3050–3400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle jerked and made a loud noise from the engine. The vehicle stopped running and was towed to the contact's residence. The failure mileage was 23,000.
2014 Dodge Journey owner · NHTSA complaint 10915914
More owner reports
Vehicle was in motion and suddenly just shuts off without power to any of the hazard lights. It can get a lot of people killed with such a safety glitch. Does it, then turns back on maybe after 10 to 40 mins of being off.
NHTSA complaint 11041732
Have had the hood release next ot the parking brake pedal. Open the hood without notification.the brake pedal is to close in proximity to the hood latch. Each time you release the parking brake the hood releases.
NHTSA complaint 10640573
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Dodge Journey reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew 1.7× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 171; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Dodge Journey year by this measure is 2020.
What are the most common 2014 Dodge Journey problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (30%), brakes (26%) and electrical (22%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Dodge Journey have?
7 safety recalls (latest: electrical). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Dodge Journey get?
19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Dodge Journey safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Dodge Journey problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 19,000 and 92,000 miles. The middle report was at 54,700 miles, from 263 complaints.
Does the 2014 Dodge Journey have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 10% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2014 Dodge Journey cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $3400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Dodge Journey have?
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
What Dodge Journey year is better than the 2014?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2020, 2019 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works