Our 2013 Dodge Journey (only owners) has had a few recalls and had multiple challenges with overheating within the engine. Although, We have had all the recalls we are aware of completed it continues to shut off and not start. Ours, our children, and other passengers safety has been at risk as we have been strained with no running vehicle and the unknown if the vehicle will just shut off while in operation. While we can not guarantee the sources of the general internet it is a common search and alignment to say an abundance of 2013 Dodge Journey owners have experienced this and have been searching for answers yet have not received an adequate response. Our vehicle has been inspected by a Dodge facility, and two other independent mechanics to no avail we are in this situation with no answers nor solutions. Our check engine light has been present since we can remember and we were told on multiple attempts even after the engine beauty cover recall that it was ok, obviously it’s not and is sad the quality of the engine lasted barely 128,000 miles. Our Journey has been un-drivable as it is stated to need a new engine from the overheating.
2013 Dodge Journey: engine failure
7 of the 353 complaints about the 2013 Dodge Journey describe engine failure.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 60,000
- recalls
- 1
Engine failure by model year
What owners say
Driving on highway and engine died. Dash lights and gauges flashed off and on. Speedometer went back and forth. Then it started running again. A couple days later it died while turning a corner. I had to restart vehicle. A couple days after that I went to start the car and no lights, gauges or nothing worked. The battery and remote key were fine. Checked to see if horn would blow, it worked. Tried to start again and everything worked fine. It is very unsafe for it to just die white on the highway goin around a curve.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge journey. While driving and attempting to turn, the power steering seized and made it difficult to steer or turn the steering wheel. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 90,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge journey. While driving the vehicle, the throttle body seized and the speed dropped below 120 rpms. The dealer diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, the repair was no longer covered under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 28,700.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge journey. While driving 40 MPH, the power steering seized without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the power steering return hose needed to be replaced and the rack and pinion fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge journey. The contact stated that while driving at a low speed, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v273000 (steering). The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge journey. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated. Additionally, the contact stated that the accelerator pedal seized for several seconds causing the vehicle to fail to decelerate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was unable to be replicated. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 8,300.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Emissions Recall U67
- Starter - engine
- Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant
- WiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT)
- Adapter
- Adapter
- Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement...
- 62TE 6-Speed Transmission Cracked Torque Converter (TC) Piston Repair Index, To Aid In Diagnosis And Repair
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold.
- Risk
- If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved mounting system for the engine cover, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R32.
Recall number 15V431000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2013 Dodge Journey engine failure
Is engine failure a common problem on the 2013 Dodge Journey?
7 of 353 owner complaints about the 2013 Dodge Journey (2%) mention engine failure. The model year with the most reports is 2009.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Dodge Journey?
There is 1 recall and 41 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2013 Dodge Journey
ABS 33Check engine light 21Stalling 17Won't start 16Airbag light 10No deployment 9Fire or smoke 8Adaptive cruise 7Battery drain 7Door locks 6Knocking 6Jerking 6Key fob 6Wipers 6Grinding brakes 5Loss of power 5
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