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2018 DODGE Journey

6 recalls Risk Grade: C+ Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #18V523000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The rear brake caliper is a crucial part that helps your vehicle slow down. In some 2018-2019 Dodge and Jeep models, the coating on the caliper pistons might not be doing its job, allowing air bubbles to form and reducing the effectiveness of your rear brakes.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rear brakes aren't working properly, you could lose stopping power, especially when you're backing up or driving downhill. This increases the risk of a crash, which could put you and your loved ones in harm's way.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will carefully bleed the brake system to remove any air pockets and ensure your rear brakes are functioning as they should. This service is completely free, so schedule it with your dealer as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
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 have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.
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Moderate #22V723000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The amber side reflector in your Dodge Journey is a small part that helps make your vehicle visible to other drivers at night. In some 2017-2018 models, this reflector may not be shining brightly enough.
Risk if Unfixed
If the reflector is too dim, other drivers may have trouble seeing your vehicle, especially when you're turning or changing lanes. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the headlight assemblies with new ones that have a brighter reflector, all at no cost to you. You'll get a notice in the mail, and you should schedule the repair as soon as you can.
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Original — What Happened
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 fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A dim reflector may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the headlamp assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z99.
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Moderate #18V524000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The powertrain control module is like the brain of your vehicle's engine, controlling everything from the transmission to the wheels. In some of your vehicle's models, a small chip in the control module could fail, causing major problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the chip fails, your engine could stall at any time while you're driving, which could increase the risk of a crash. Imagine being in a situation where your vehicle just stops moving, and you're not able to control it.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty control module with a new one, at no cost to you. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice from Chrysler.
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Original — What Happened
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, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
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Moderate #18V396000 Plain English
Component

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your Dodge Journey's rearview camera helps you see what's behind your vehicle when you're in reverse. In some 2018 models, this camera might not show a complete view for a couple of seconds after you shift into reverse gear.
Risk if Unfixed
If the camera delay makes it harder for you to see what's behind you, you could back into something or someone, increasing the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the rearview mirror with a new one that shows a complete view right away, at no cost to you. You'll get a notification when the repair is available, and you should schedule it to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey vehicles. When reverse gear has been selected, the rear camera view may not be fully visible within two seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the full camera view is delayed and the driver does not check their surroundings before backing up, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U58.
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Moderate #18V332000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The wiring in your vehicle is a complex network of electrical circuits that control various systems, including the cruise control. In certain models, the wiring may not always behave as it should, causing some cruise control systems to malfunction.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cruise control gets stuck on while driving, you could struggle to stop your vehicle from speeding up or staying at the same speed, even if you press the brake pedal or try to turn off the cruise control. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the engine or powertrain control module with new software, free of charge. This will ensure your cruise control system works correctly. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and until then, stop using cruise control and remember to firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift to neutral if it gets stuck.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
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Under Review #18V398000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The backup camera in your vehicle is a small camera that shows you what's behind your car when you're reversing. If your 2018 Dodge Journey or RAM 1500, 2500, or 3500 has this issue, the camera image might not appear while you're backing up.
Risk if Unfixed
If the backup camera image disappears while you're reversing, you won't have a clear view of what's behind your vehicle. This increases the risk of a crash, especially when parking or reversing in tight spaces.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the rearview mirror with a new one that includes a working backup camera, completely free of charge. You'll receive a notice with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.
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Browse by Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall

Other DODGE Journey Years

2020
1 recall
2019
1 recall
2017
2 recalls
2016
4 recalls
2015
6 recalls
2014
7 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2012
6 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2010
3 recalls
2009
8 recalls

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