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2012 Dodge Journey recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Dodge Journey. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2012 Dodge Journey recalls, newest first

July 7, 2017NHTSA 17V432000363,480 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal

Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
Consequence
Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 6, 2016NHTSA 16V2730008,569 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 19, 2015NHTSA 15V675000275,187 vehicles potentially affected

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
Consequence
If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61.
Components
Electronic stability control (ESC); Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 7, 2015NHTSA 15V431000145,379 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine

Summary
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.
Consequence
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 10, 2011NHTSA 11V550000340 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Fluid

Summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 Dodge journey and fiat 500 vehicles manufactured from October 24, 2011, through October 26, 2011. Some vehicles were assembled with contaminated brake fluid and may experience a degradation of the sealing components within the brake system.
Consequence
This could lead to loss of braking ability increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and replace all brake components that come in contact with hydraulic brake fluid. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on March 1, 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 29, 2011NHTSA 11V487000667 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 Chrysler vehicles, including 200 and town and country models, Dodge vehicles, including charger, durango, grand caravan and journey models and Jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured from August 31, 2011, through September 13, 2011, that are equipped with 3.6L engines. These engines may experience connecting rod bearing failure due to debris inside the engine block.
Consequence
Connecting rod failure may lead to engine seizure which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and replace the engine free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about November 18, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 376 complaints about the 2012 Dodge Journey with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
21
Fires reported
13
Injuries reported
24
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Electrical system114
  2. Service brakes108
  3. Engine97
  4. Unknown or other48
  5. Electronic stability control (ESC)44

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Questions

Does the 2012 Dodge Journey have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags, steering, electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Dodge Journey recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Dodge dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Dodge Journey?
376 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.