2017 Dodge Journey engine problems
43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Dodge Journey — 22% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Had over 1300 miles until next oil change. Car has no leaking issues. Car ran out of oil completely and seized engine during camping trip. I use synthetic and both mileage/time were both way under than what was on my next oil change sticker... warranty says they won't cover it. So now I just have a…”
filed Jun 7, 2026
“Catalytic converters on these models are failing too. There are recalls on the other 2017 dodge journeys, please add this model too them asap its dangerous and we use this to transport kids. Thank you photos of failing codes available upon request”
filed Oct 14, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
STARTER - ENGINE
103617 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 20, 2025
Engine problems in other Journey years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Journey | 8 | 13% |
| 2019 Journey | 9 | 9% |
| 2018 Journey | 29 | 13% |
| 2016 Journey | 113 | 29% |
| 2015 Journey | 134 | 24% |
| 2014 Journey | 97 | 24% |
| 2013 Journey | 72 | 21% |
| 2012 Journey | 97 | 26% |
| 2011 Journey | 29 | 17% |
| 2010 Journey | 164 | 17% |
| 2009 Journey | 149 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 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.