2016 Dodge Journey steering problems
34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2016 Dodge Journey — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH and turning left, the steering wheel was extremely stiff. The contact stopped, exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and became aware that the power steering hoses were disconnected. The vehicle was towed to a…”
filed Feb 24, 2026
“The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was started and running, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed a puddle of fluid on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the fluid…”
filed Dec 9, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine…Campaign 16V273000 · May 6, 2016
Steering problems in other Journey years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Journey | 3 | 5% |
| 2019 Journey | 2 | 2% |
| 2018 Journey | 11 | 5% |
| 2017 Journey | 15 | 8% |
| 2015 Journey | 39 | 7% |
| 2014 Journey | 28 | 7% |
| 2013 Journey | 20 | 6% |
| 2012 Journey | 23 | 6% |
| 2011 Journey | 23 | 14% |
| 2010 Journey | 69 | 7% |
| 2009 Journey | 72 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Dodge Journey
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.