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2014 Dodge Journey: stuck in gear or won't shift
10 of the 416 complaints about the 2014 Dodge Journey describe stuck in gear or won't shift.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 32,732
- recalls
- 0
Stuck in gear or won't shift by model year
What owners say
While driving the anti skid showed on instrument panel as off then a lightning symbol came in and car went into limp mode nit letting me accelerate much at all so I was forced to pull off the road. As it went into limp it deaccelerated very quickly causing a traffic problem before I could get off to thr side.
The traction control lights stay on as well as the ABS system, and the car goes into limp mode at regular speed and good driving conditions I took the car to the dealer and they said that the alternator was causing the problem, the alternator was only 3 months old and a brand new battery, but I replaced the alternator again and still have the same problem. I paid the dealer 170$ for the diagnostics and it did not solve my problem now if I go back they will want to soak me for more money
"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!
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!
There is a u67 by fca recall on my 2014 dodge journey which I was not notified by the dealer! I found out about the recall after paying to have the catalytic converter replaced mysel! However my car decided to go into a limp mode which it has done since I purchased the vehicle in 2013 but this time it is staying in limp mode so I researched recalls, there is also t47 and u49 when I towed my vehicle to the dealer they informed me the converter I had put on does not meet standards and they were going to replace it again and also do the other two recalls as well and then they informed me they could not do the u49 or u67 because the vehicle does not have the original engine! They told me and gave me documentation that the only recall done was t47 however they reported to fca that the u67 was complete when in fact it has not been completed! The vehicle is stuck in limp mode because it needs the PCM flashed and they will not do the recall u67 or u49 on my vehicle and sent me away to drive the vehicle 89 miles home in limp mode! This vehicle had had a PCM issue since I bought it in 2013 causing a number of unsafe malfunctions I mentioned in complaint # 11337435 and 11337440! This vehicle needs to be taken off the road and a new vehicle given to me free of charge or money back! Fca needs to know u67 has not been completed on my vehicle,
Problem started with 2014 didge journey sxt going into limp mode. Code that appeared were throttle body sensor, changed that. It went into limp mode immediately after and code was throttle body, changed that. It went into limp mode immediately again. Same codes. Sent to shop they said it was the transmission, $220 for an overhaul of that. 2 to 3 weeks after, limp mode again. Same codes. Brought it to dodge dealership and the diagnosis it saying I need a new PCM and wire harness. Those items were replaced. 2 to 3 weeks after that work. Car goes into limp mode again while on the hwy. Car is currently at dodge dealership again, now they're saying it's the starter causing the problem. This issue has been since july 2019 and is still ongoing, last limp mode was sunday december 15, 2019. I have tons of documentation of the work that has been done please advise if you should need any
2014 dodge journey. Consumer writes in regards to water stains on back cargo liner caused by water leaks from antenna base/ back washer hose/rear harness grommet and other locations. Consumer has concerns of electrical problems. *smd the consumer stated while driving a clunk was heard and the vehicle began to shake. When the gas pedal was depressed the engine just revved and would not shift gears. A few days later the vehicle would no longer move, leaving the driver stranded. A spring popped in the transmission causing the torque converter to fail. A week later the transmission began leaking fluid. A bushing and seal cracked. The vehicle was repaired. The consumer would like to have the vehicle bought back in full. Updated 06/14/2017
Thursday feb 26 2015' 6:00 pm noticed engine light on friday feb 27 - 8:00 am take car to village chrysler' ajax for assessment make appointment for sat feb 28 2015 at 1:30 pm to assess engine light on ok to drive car per village chrysler ajax service advisor. Friday feb 27 - 8:00 pm during drive to/from work: computer message: 1. Remote start disable 2. Noticed car will not shift into 6th gear on hwy. Home from work: noticed engine oil on driveway, pull in and check oil no oil on dip stick, engine oil all over engine and ground. Unknowingly I drove the car for ~150 km with no oil! Sat feb 28 - 1:00 pm add 3 liters of oil to take car to village chrysler ajax service results: 1.engine light codes: no explanation of codes from village chrysler ajax service advisor. A.code: p06dd stored engine oil pressure control circuit stuck off b.b156d-00 stored low voltage differential signal (lvds) video cable- 2.no details of my explanation of my sequence of events on service order! 3.oil adapter housing leaking (cracked manufacture design issue) 4.replaced adapter housing: part#: 68105583-aa c/w associated parts under warranty - known issues with cracking housing. 5.when asked if any engine damage while driving with no oil - village chrysler ajax said guaranteed no engine damage because at least one liter on oil was still circulating in engine! Bs. 1.now I'm concerned this will happen again and possibly cause a fire while driving on the hwy... 2.plausible damage to engine as a result of unknowingly driving all day with no oil in engine! 3.I don't feel safe in this car!
Bought this journey august 2014 , since day one we notice the tranny doesn't shift right and has bad pick up you cant even get out of your own way . , we complained and the dealer doesn't do anything says oh this is normal. No way I shouldn't get a backache every time I drive this journey. You can be driving and when u start slowing down it feels like ur being hit from behind when the tranny shifts . Or if coming to a stop sign then you hit gas it shifts the same way . Horrible and a waste of money I will go again for the 10 th time and if they don't fix this , time to take them to court lemon law time ..
Service bulletins that may apply
- Emissions recal U67 Catalytic Converter Efficiency
- Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the...
- Oil Filter If a Mopar Oil Filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36...
- Plate, torque converter drive
- No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle,...
- Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
- Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles
- 62TE 6-Speed Transmission Cracked Torque Converter (TC) Piston Repair Index, To Aid In Diagnosis And Repair
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2014 Dodge Journey won't shift
Is stuck in gear or won't shift a common problem on the 2014 Dodge Journey?
10 of 416 owner complaints about the 2014 Dodge Journey (2%) mention stuck in gear or won't shift. The model year with the most reports is 2009.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2014 Dodge Journey?
There are 0 recalls and 28 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2014 Dodge Journey
ABS 43Check engine light 31Stalling 31Airbag light 16Adaptive cruise 15Loss of power 13No deployment 12Wipers 11Won't start 11Fire or smoke 10Jerking 10Key fob 10Engine failure 9Warning lights 9Tire blowout 8Screen failure 7Power steering loss 7Backup camera 6Brake failure 6Knocking 6Steering lock-up 6Hesitation 5
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