Since buying my car, it has completely shut off while driving down the street 3 times with the key still in the run/on position. When it has done this I've lost power steering, power braking and complete power loss. The 3rd time this happened while I was taking my children to school and almost caused us to crash so I called a local locksmith, because I thought it was my key because the remote functions (lock, unlock, panic, and remote start) had stopped working also, paid for a new key and programming, only to find out it wasn't just the key, it was also the wireless ignition node module was defective too so I had to have it replaced and programmed as well. The locksmith asked my permission to disassemble the WIN module to inspect it for the cause of the problem and he said that there was a bad contact point inside that was breaking connection and causing the shutdown. I had to pay $1000.00 for these parts and service and I no longer have access to the module that was originally in my car since he took it apart. Thank God I managed to avoid any accidents when these incidents happened. The first time was in March of 2025
2010 Dodge Journey: loss of power steering
17 of the 988 complaints about the 2010 Dodge Journey describe loss of power steering.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 102,000
- recalls
- 2
Loss of power steering by model year
What owners say
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
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.
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.
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.
Driving along and cut off. No breaks and no steering with my children in the vehicle on the interstate. This issue happened on more than two occasions.
Loss of steering twice due to extremely cold weather. Return hose burst and lost power steering. Also power steering fluid leak. High pressure hose burst loss of steering again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge journey. The contact stated that the power steering failed to operate when the vehicle was started one morning. The contact noticed a large puddle of power steering fluid underneath the vehicle. The contact called hawk chrysler dodge jeep (7911 w roosevelt rd, forest park, il 60130, (708) 366-1001) and was informed that there was no recall on the vehicle; therefore, the repair costs would not be covered. The manufacturer was contacted and agreed with the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 180,000.
The car turns off in the middle of driving, one time I was stopped at a red light second time making a right turn. Lose power steering can't turn the wheel this has happened twice now in the last two months. This is very dangerous. No warning no indicators come on. Feel very unsafe!
Just purchased 2010 journey with 102,000 miles. 3rd day of ownership, vehicle stalled 6 times in a 15 minute drive. Stalled while slowing to stop and while accelerating. No warning liguys, just lost power steering and realized it stalled. 6 times in 15 minutes. Engine code says o2 sensor failure
Power steering went out on the freeway
My 2010 dodge journey's engine stalls and I have no power steering or brakes while I am driving. This problem happened first in nov. 2015 with around 68000 miles on vehicle and thought it was a fluke or caused by bad weather. It started to happen several times again march/april 2016. Dealership could not find the problem. Took it back in to dealership in june 2016, still could not find issue. Continued to happen and took it in september for that and other issues (horn going off randomly and battery draining overnight). Now dec 2016 and the car stalled while driving 3 times this week and the last time someone almost rear ended me because of it. My life and my children's life are at stake. It has only happened when I am going under 45mph at this point and on some occasions it is while I am slowing down to turn in a parking space but sometimes it is in the middle of the road driving. It has happened in the morning/afternoon/evening, rain, snow and sunshine, hot and cold days. It does not happen everyday which makes this issue even worse I never know when it will occur. The only issue that remains the same is that my traction system light comes on 90% of the time this occurs. I have told this to the dealership every time and they still cannot resolve the issue. I am extremely upset and have several complaints filed with chrysler/dodge headquarters.
Related recalls
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- 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 system
- 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
Questions about the 2010 Dodge Journey power steering loss
Is loss of power steering a common problem on the 2010 Dodge Journey?
17 of 988 owner complaints about the 2010 Dodge Journey (2%) mention loss of power steering. The model year with the most reports is 2010.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2010 Dodge Journey?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2010 Dodge Journey
Stalling 137Won't start 127Wipers 49Key fob 47Loss of power 33Check engine light 32Headlights 28Airbag light 18Grinding brakes 18Warning lights 18Battery drain 17Door locks 17Engine failure 16Fire or smoke 13Premature wear 12Adaptive cruise 11Jerking 11No deployment 8Knocking 7Won't shift 7Tire blowout 7Fuel pump 6Misfire 6ABS 5Overheating 5
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