2014 Dodge Journey: engine failure

Filed Jul 12, 2022 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 100,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to move downward and remained seized. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V675000 (Electronic Stability Control, Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Jul 4, 2020 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 18 miles · ME

"the car loses power unexpectedly while driving at various different speeds or sometimes just won't start after driving but if u wait twenty minutes it might just decide to restart, the AC sometimes will only blow out very hot heat, the cruise control won't turn off and has accelerated from being set at 55 to 75 on its own without being able to turn off, it has went into limp mode at several different speeds and in 2018 wouldn't turn off from in the run position in a result of a completely drained battery and was told engine needed to be replaced which I had replaced, the catalytic converter completely disconnected from the front which I also had replaced, wheel bearings bad costing numerous tire changes since purchasing it in 2013 until someone finally told me in 2020 what was wrong only at the cost of several tires and a wheel alignment, the stability warning light comes on and turns off randomly but if I try to push the button it won't turn it back on or off and the throttle control light comes on and car goes into limp mode drives like this for a day then can go days or months with all warning lights turning off and car runs just fine until it decides to do anyone one of these problems! I have told the dealership that the vehicle has a malfunctioning computer since purchasing it in 2013! The vehicle is unsafe lemon! It has caused me anxiety, and repeated traumatic events of almost getting into an accident or being left stranded for hours! I go into a store and I panic never knowing if the vehicle will start or decide to act possessed!" I recently went to a dodge dealership to get the safety recalls done on the vehicle and dodge has informed me they will not do the recalls because I have replaced the engine! The safety recalls must be done and if they can't do it then they need to provide me w a new vehicle free of charge or give me the money back I paid!

Filed Jul 4, 2020 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 18 miles · ME

The car loses power unexpectedly while driving at various different speeds or sometimes just won't start after driving but if u wait twenty minutes it might just decide to restart, the AC sometimes will only blow out very hot heat, the cruise control won't turn off and has accelerated from being set at 55 to 75 on its own without being able to turn off, it has went into limp mode at several different speeds and in 2018 wouldn't turn off from in the run position in a result of a completely drained battery and was told engine needed to be replaced which I had replaced, the catalytic converter completely disconnected from the front which I also had replaced, wheel bearings bad costing numerous tire changes since purchasing it in 2013 until someone finally told me in 2020 what was wrong only at the cost of several tires and a wheel alignment, the stability warning light comes on and turns off randomly but if I try to push the button it won't turn it back on or off and the throttle control light comes on and car goes into limp mode drives like this for a day then can go days or months with all warning lights turning off and car runs just fine until it decides to do anyone one of these problems! I have told the dealership that the vehicle has a malfunctioning computer since purchasing it in 2013! The vehicle is unsafe lemon! It has caused me anxiety, and repeated traumatic events of almost getting into an accident or being left stranded for hours! I go into a store and I panic never knowing if the vehicle will start or decide to act possessed!" I recently went to a dodge dealership to get the safety recalls done on the vehicle and dodge has informed me they will not do the recalls because I have replaced the engine! The safety recalls must be done and if they can't do it then they need to provide me w a new vehicle free of charge or give me the money back I paid!

Filed Mar 20, 2019 · Brakes, Driver assistance · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge journey. Within less than a year of owning the vehicle, the traction control and ABS warning indicators flashed. Also, the brake pedal seized when it was depressed and an abnormal noise was heard. The contact had to ease off of the brake pedal when making a stop and then cautiously apply the brake pedal again. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer issued the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v675000 (electronic stability control, service brakes, hydraulic); however, the contact was uncertain if the vehicle was included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

Filed Apr 21, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 60,000 miles · MO

These cars have massive oil leaks from bad seals on the oil cooler and filter housing assembly. This can cause your engine failure or a fire.

Filed Feb 28, 2017 · Airbags, Brakes · NV · crash · 4 injuries

Tl* the contact owned a 2014 dodge journey. The contact stated that the dealer repaired the vehicle per the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v675000 (electronic stability control and service brakes, hydraulic). After the repair, there was a loss of vehicle stability and no traction while driving on the highway during inclement weather. The contact felt as if the recall remedy failed to provide a solution, which resulted in a crash. While driving approximately 65 MPH on the highway, there was a sudden loss of power and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle crashed into a wall and flipped upside down. The driver sustained head, neck, and lower back pains. The front passenger was suspended upside down, restrained in the seat belt, and had to be cut out of the vehicle by a responder. The rear passengers sustained bruising and whiplash from the impact. One of the two rear passengers was medevacked due to the injuries sustained. The curtain air bags deployed after the crash. The front driver and passenger side air bags later deployed with a low level of deflation and a smoke residue filled the vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. A police report was filed. The insurance company provided no inspection and diagnosis to determine what caused the crash. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures and the crash. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Jan 31, 2017 · Acceleration, Brakes · 40,000 miles · SC · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge journey. While driving 50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to slow down the vehicle. As a result, the contact's vehicle crash into the rear of another vehicle. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal seized in the open position. The contact stated that the engine revved excessively at the time of the crash. A police report was filed. The contact was not injured, but the front seat passenger suffered minor bruising from the seat belt. Medical attention was not required. The contact was able to drive the vehicle from the scene of the crash to a nearby independent mechanic. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v675000 (electronic stability control, service brakes, hydraulic). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Filed Oct 20, 2015 · Airbags, Steering · 30,000 miles · AR · crash · 4 injuries

Tl* the contact owned a 2014 dodge journey. While driving approximately 85 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the contact lost control of the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle rolled over four times and crashed into a pole. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver and front seat passenger sustained injuries that required medical attention. The rear passengers were ejected from the rear window and required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000....updated 12/30/15 *bf updated 12/31/15.

Filed Aug 12, 2015 · Brakes, Engine · 7,585 miles · WA · 1 injury

Taking exit off us 12 onto I-82 (yakima) my vehicle suffered complete engine failure. The brakes did not work and had to rely on the emergency brake, stopping about 100 feet away and nose in traffic. My family to include my 39 weeks pregnant wife, sons (3 & 4), and myself were in the car. During my five emergency brake attempts I hit my head on the frame of the door. I feel that we are lucky to be alive as we had skid a few times before stopping with no further injuries. As of now, I have a splitting headache and my wife is being monitored for signs of fetal distress; all around [xxx] experience. The dodge dealership that I purchased it from refused to lend me a loaner vehicle, said that it happens, and offered to look at it in two weeks; bs! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).