2010 Dodge Journey steering problems

69 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 83,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 69
of this car's complaints: 7%
typical mileage: 83,000
crashes: 1
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
2
Hydraulic power assist system
1

At what mileage

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Dodge Journey steering problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2010 Dodge Journey steering

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Power steering loss 17

Related recalls

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsReported May 6, 2016 · 8,569 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.

Recall number 16V273000 · Recall details

Steering: electric power assist systemReported October 7, 2010 · 23,237 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring, 300, charger (lx) and dodge challenger (lc), avenger (js), and journey (jc), as well as model year 2011 dodge ram light duty pickup (ds) vehicles. Some of these vehicles may experience a separation at the crimped end of the power steering pressure hose assembly.
Risk: Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the power steering pressure hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on december 20, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 10V475000 · Recall details

What 2010 Dodge Journey owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 26, 2026 · Electrical, Steering · OH

My horn started to honk on its own the front windshield wipers will not stop and the turn signals does not work anymore I was told the clock spring needs replaced there is a recall on google but now showing with my vehicle

Filed Dec 20, 2024 · Steering · NY

I went to go start my vehicle to commute home from work and had no power steering. I did some research and saw that my vehicle model from 2007-2016 was recalled for this issue

Filed Jan 22, 2022 · Steering · IA

Powering steering went out again for the 4th time. Had to have car towed to repair shop again 1/21/22. Will upload 4th receipt when repair is done.

Filed Feb 14, 2021 · Steering · 159,000 miles · IA

Started the car to go to work and had no power steering. Took the car to the mechanic and had some broken lines replaced. Two days later while driving on a city street the power steering went out again. I lost control and almost landed in a ditch. Took back to the mechanic and the same lines but again.

Filed Feb 10, 2021 · Steering · 120,000 miles · ND

This is the second year in a row we have to replace the power steering lines. Last year the return line burst while driving. Now just yesterday ( 02/09/2021) a line burst again while driving.the vehicle only has this issue in the winter. It started to be almost impossible to steer. It felt like the power steering pump was locking up.

Filed Apr 4, 2020 · Airbags, Steering · 94,918 miles · MN

Power steering return hose broke off causing no steering. Clock spring in steering wheel broke causing horn to go off by itself and air bag warning light to stay on.

Filed Feb 27, 2020 · Steering · 160,000 miles · IN

This is the second time within three months this has happened. First time I was driving at 30 MPH and was able to safely pull over. Second time. Driving and all the sudden lose power steering. A hose under car keeps bursting at the pinch clamp and losing all power steering fluid. This has happened twice this winter. Last night at start up with below freezing temps. Car started heard a noise like I ran over something ( car was in park) and lost all power steering fluid.

Filed Feb 18, 2020 · Electrical, Steering · 152,000 miles · IN

When turning one day my horn honked by itself. I thought my hand slipped and accidentally honked the horn then a few days later while driving straight I heard it again. It honked twice by itself, causing the person in front of me to slam on their brakes and almost caused a crash. That same day I heard it while the vehicle was off. I was I side and my horn honked at least 15 times by itself. I knew it wasn't my keys because my key fob had been disconnected from my car.

Filed Feb 4, 2020 · Steering, Transmission · FL

2010 dodge journey. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle buy back program. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle should be included in the buyback program for steering and axle failures.

Filed Jan 21, 2020 · Steering · 163,000 miles · SD

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge journey. While starting the vehicle there was a abnormal noise detected. The contact noticed power steering fluid was leaking. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to billion auto - chrysler jeep dodge ram in sioux falls (5910 s louise ave, sioux falls, sd 57108 (605) 309-0970) where it was diagnosed the return power steering line ruptured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted who referred contact to the federal safety agency. The contact stated that the failure was similar to the federal safety agency campaign number 16v273000 (steering).the failure mileage was approximately 163,000. The VIN was not available.

Questions about the 2010 Dodge Journey steering

Does the 2010 Dodge Journey have steering problems?

Owners have filed 69 complaints about the steering of the 2010 Dodge Journey, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2010 Dodge Journey steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 83,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Dodge Journey steering?

Yes, 2 recalls: 16V273000, 10V475000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Journey have bad steering?

The Dodge Journey model years with the most steering complaints are 2009 (72 complaints), 2010 (69 complaints) and 2015 (39 complaints).