2010 Dodge Journey: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Mar 7, 2018 · Steering · LA

My 2010 dodge journey is leaking power steering fluid, will not hold power steering fluid, making loud grinding noises wen I turn, accelerate etc. This is a recall and this VIN should be included in that recall. I am so disappointed with chrysler dodge because this is a common issue. If need be I will file any kind of suit necessary! There are many others with the exact problem exact model and year, it's not a coincidence

Filed Sep 13, 2017 · Brakes · 60,000 miles · MI

I bought this vehicle brand new in 2010 and did not have to change the brakes on it until 2014 - now, I have to change all 4 of the brakes right down to the rotors every year (all 4 pads and rotors changed 2014, 2015, 2016 and now 2017, with calibers changed in 2016 as well)! There is never any squeak from the brakes or other noises or failure to stop until all of a sudden, the brakes grind loudly when used and the vehicle requires a great distance to stop.

Filed Jun 29, 2016 · Brakes · 7,883 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge journey. While pulling out of the driveway, the contact heard a squeaking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the brake pad was replaced. In addition, the brake booster hydraulic system failed and needed to be replaced. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,883.

Filed Nov 17, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 74,140 miles · GA

I have been having trouble with my brakes which has been replaced but still grinding noise and squeaky and rotors has been turned. The vehicle has cut off many times, sitting at the traffic light and as getting ready to go and as coming to a stop. It has also cut off as turning and once I realized it I had to try to restart it. It has at times door not unlock and not lock. As putting on brake to come to a stop it shakes. The lights are getting worse they are flickering on and off. Outside light goes out and whole dash goes off while driving. I have to keep flicking the lights as I'm driving so they can come back on. The vehicle has many times not start up and just click when trying to start it.

Filed Oct 28, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 55,000 miles · CA

First our brakes were grinding and had to replace rotors and brakes, next the oil pan leaked, next full battery replacement and now overrated engine and coolant pouring out the bottom!!! No one will help us this car is a lemon and they should be recalled. I have to small children that depend on me having a car. Dodge should be ashamed!!!

Filed Sep 24, 2013 · Body, Brakes · 22,240 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge journey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, she noticed a loud squeaking noise while applying the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated that the vehicle was operating as designed. The front and rear rotors, and the brake pads were replaced but the failure continued. Additionally, the contact stated that water was leaking from the overhead vent and onto the rear seats. The front driver's side door also could not be locked with the key fob, only manually. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 22,240.

Filed Sep 19, 2013 · Brakes · 33,707 miles · NE

Roy's dodge in grand island, ne would not cover the cost of the premature brake and rotor problem on my car. Vehicle begin having metal grinding noise from rear brake area and then front brake area. Vehicle shakes violently when applying brakes. Fix for the problems was new front and rear brakes and turn rotors. I had told them I was aware of the issues they have been having and all of the complaints, however it got me nowhere. I contacted dodge and spoke with a very friendly lady who recognized this was a problem with this model and year. She contacted the dealership and asked them to work with my on taking care of some of the repair costs due to only having 33,700 miles on the vehicle and this being an issue. They refused to do anything to help with the cost. I was forced to pay to replace the brakes and rotors totally out of pocket ($488)! After doing more research and speaking to other journey owners I guess I should be prepared to do this all over again in 7000-9000 more miles. Dodge needs to make a recall and make the situation right with their customers who spent a lot of money on their product!!!

Filed May 31, 2013 · Brakes · 32,000 miles · AK

The rear brakes started squeaking, I had the chrysler dealer inspect and was told there was no recall on the brakes. I called chrysler customer service to submit a complaint and was told that my warranty expired by years. I called them because I read that they were extending the warranty. I had to replace the brake pads and rotors at 32,000 miles. I researched and found that the problem is the brakes and rotor is too thin for the weight of the car and that chrysler dodge knew about in their 2009 journey and didn't fix it in the 2010. The "short" extension of the warranty is not sufficient, there needs to be a recall. I bought this car because of the claim of drivability and low gas mileage so driving fast in this car doesn't happen. I drive careful and do not drive fast or brake hard so the rear brakes should not have worn out.

Filed Nov 13, 2012 · Brakes · 35,000 miles · MI

Squeaking noise while driving. Was told by dealership it is the rear brakes. They are at 10% and the rotors are too thin to be machined. Called chrysler because they are only under warranty for 12,000 miles and they will not help out. I have never had a vehicle need rear brakes before 80,000 miles and then not being able to machine the rotors because they are too thin...I only have 35000 miles. I have also had to have the front brakes replaced at 21000 miles because the rotors are warped ( chrysler covered the repair because it is a problem with many journeys and the extended the warranty to 36000 miles. My brakes are again pulsating but I have to replace the rears before they will check the fronts).

Filed Oct 5, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · 15,655 miles · FL

Vehicle has had 3 recalls replaced through time. The brakes have been an ongoing issue. I have brought in for steering wheel shaking, to wheels sounding like metal grinding to now a screeching high pitched noise. The front brakes were replaced and I was told all was well. Again louder screeching and the noise isn't a consistent noise all the time so its hard for me to show the problem let alone pin point what's going on. A week after I bought the car the entire electrical inside the car turned off while I was crossing a bridge. It scared me half to death. And even now with my little girl and I in the car I am scared at times to drive not knowing what to expect or what else could go wrong.

Filed Jun 15, 2012 · Brakes · 1,389 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge journey. The contact stated that there were multiple failures with the vehicle. While traveling 3 MPH in reverse, a grinding noise emitted from the brakes. The second failure occurred as the contact was traveling 25-30 MPH and the brakes were depressed but the vehicle started to shake violently. On a separate occasion as the contact was traveling 25 MPH, the anti-lock braking warning light illuminated and the vehicle again began to shake violently. The fourth failure occurred as the contact was traveling 25 MPH and a burning smell emitted from the rear of the vehicle as the steering wheel began to shake abnormally. The most recent failure occurred when the contact was traveling 55 MPH and the steering wheel began to shake after the brakes were depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer eight times. The dealer confirmed that the front brakes and both rotors needed to be replaced. The dealer also confirmed that the anti-lock braking sensor, as well as the passenger side hub and bearings needed to be replaced. In addition, the rear brakes and rear calipers would need replacing. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 1,389 and the current mileage was 39,550.

Filed Jun 12, 2012 · Brakes · 36,315 miles · OH

My brakes started to grind two weeks ago. I had to have both the pads and rotors replaced. Dodge in medina, ohio stated that they are not sure why I had premature wear and would not cover the cost of repair. I stated that I am aware of the problems of the journeys breaks, however it got me no where. I had to pay to replace them totally out of pocket costing $364.93.