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2016 Dodge Journey: engine failure

6 of the 389 complaints about the 2016 Dodge Journey describe engine failure.

owner complaints
6
of this car's complaints
2%
typical mileage
61,000
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 31 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Engine failure by model year

What owners say

Filed Jun 12, 2025 · Steering · 36,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH and turning the steering wheel to the left or to the right, the steering wheel was resistant. The contact stated that the failure progressively increased, and the steering wheel completely seized. The vehicle was towed to a certified independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with power steering failure. The mechanic performed unknown repairs on the vehicle; however, the failure recurred while driving approximately 40 MPH. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V273000(Steering). A case was filed, and the manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to file a safety complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.

Filed Sep 18, 2024 · Engine · 117,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.

Filed Jul 16, 2020 · Electrical · 55,000 miles · PA

Around 11 mths ago.preston dealership replaced 3 censors but still engine light came on . Then replace engine harness it was ok until last week when my engine light came on again and car stalled all 3 times.hard time stating .after around 8 hours light goes out .had code read by auto zone showroom crankshaft sensor and hatness..its very unsafe when my car stalls on highway in heavey traffic at 70 mphs. Please help.

Filed Aug 22, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 80,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge journey. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the transmission symbol illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the hum vehicle detector tracking system through verizon detected failure codes for the camshaft and solenoid. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Jun 12, 2019 · Brakes, Engine · 42,194 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge journey. The contact stated that the vehicle completely shut off while driving 25 MPH. In addition, the check engine indicator illuminated, the power steering seized, and the brakes stopped working. The contact steered the vehicle to the side of the road and it rolled to a stop. The vehicle was towed to fred martin superstore (3195 barber rd, barberton, oh 44203, (330) 753-4444) where it was diagnosed that the crankshaft position sensor failed. The dealer confirmed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 42,194. *bf consumer stated there are recalls on other 2016 dodge journeys for problems with the crankshaft sensor. I think they need to include other models.

Filed Apr 19, 2018 · Steering · 61,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge journey. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and became extremely difficult to turn in either direction, especially while turning left. The dealer (brown-daub dodge/chrysler/jeep/ram of bath and dodge truck center, 7720 beth-bath pike bath, pa, (610) 837-9303) was notified of the failure, and indicated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v273000 (steering). The dealer stated that the vehicle would need to be diagnosed to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer confirmed that the vehicle was excluded from the recall and suggested that the dealer diagnose and repair the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 61,000. *tt

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engineReported December 16, 2016 · 42,231 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
Risk
If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.

Recall number 16V907000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2016 Dodge Journey engine failure

Is engine failure a common problem on the 2016 Dodge Journey?

6 of 389 owner complaints about the 2016 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 2016 Dodge Journey?

There is 1 recall and 31 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2016 Dodge Journey

Stalling 70Check engine light 55ABS 34Loss of power 30Jerking 16Adaptive cruise 15Airbag light 11Won't start 11Whining noise 10Backup camera 9Grinding brakes 8Hesitation 8Steering lock-up 8Won't shift 8Transmission failure 8No deployment 7Warning lights 7Key fob 6Power steering loss 6Slipping 6Brake failure 5Fire or smoke 5Headlights 5Overheating 5

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