2017 Dodge Journey vs 2017 Ford Escape
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 | 2017 Dodge Journey | 2017 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 196 | 2,649 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 157 | 249 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 15 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–21 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 35,799 mi | 70,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Journey | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 43 | 1,543 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 505 |
| Power Train | 31 | 386 |
| Electrical System | 59 | 154 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 71 |
| Wheels | 4 | 76 |
| Structure | 4 | 62 |
| Steering | 15 | 49 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 0 |
| Stalling | 12 | 209 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 100 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 856 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 190 |
| Overheating | 0 | 599 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 446 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 101 |
2017 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.