2012 Dodge Journey vs 2013 Dodge Journey
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Dodge Journey | 2013 Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 375 | 351 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 224 | 248 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,295 mi | 72,322 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Journey | Dodge Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 115 | 73 |
| Engine | 97 | 72 |
| Service Brakes | 95 | 61 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 44 | 43 |
| Air Bags | 29 | 43 |
| Seats | 10 | 58 |
| Power Train | 36 | 29 |
| Steering | 23 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 47 | 21 |
| Check engine light | 18 | 15 |
| Won’t start | 15 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 0 |
| Overheating | 12 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 6 |
2012 Dodge Journey
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.