The Lemon Index2019 Dodge Journey.
The 2019 Dodge Journey is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 19 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 23, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 1 recall, 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 102 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Dodge Journey year. 2019 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 24K to 85K miles on the car (25 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- back over prevention 2025
Cracks in the microprocessor may cause the vehicle's rearview camera image not to display properly.
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 119 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- SEAL, Input If looking to replace stubshaft due to ATX fluid leaking, do not replace PTU seals
- VALVE BODY KIT, Transmission (40TES) For a 40TES Transmission (2.4L Engine) concern of 1-2…
- CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace Or Flash Update Performed, DTC P057B…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenVehicle entrapment2024
- ClosedBack up camera failure2024–2025
- 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 AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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
Rear ended and side swiped by truck going over 75 mph. Collision disabled engine and vehicle. Air bags did not deploy.
2019 Dodge Journey owner · NHTSA complaint 11463763
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Dodge Journey reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 4.3× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 23; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Dodge Journey year by this measure is 2020.
What are the most common 2019 Dodge Journey problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (21%), brakes (21%) and transmission & drivetrain (21%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Dodge Journey have?
1 safety recall (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Dodge Journey get?
19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2019 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 2019 Dodge Journey problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 24,400 and 85,500 miles. The middle report was at 55,000 miles, from 25 complaints.
Does the 2019 Dodge Journey have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 21% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2019 Dodge Journey cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $3400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Dodge Journey have?
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
What Dodge Journey year is better than the 2019?
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