2012 Dodge Journey Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Dodge Journey has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 377 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 13 fires, 24 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (116 reports).

6Recalls
377Owner complaints
21Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2012 Dodge Journey recalls

Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 17V432Jul 7, 2017363,480 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal airbag wiring harness inside the steering wheel can become chafed and short circuit.

Power Steering Hose May Rupture, Causing Loss of Steering Assist

Recall 16V273May 6, 20168,569 vehicles affected

In cold weather, the power steering return hose can rupture when the engine is started.

Water Can Disable Braking Stability Control

Recall 15V675Oct 19, 2015275,187 vehicles affected

Water can enter the wiring harness for the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module and leak into the module.

Engine cover can detach and touch exhaust, raising fire risk

Recall 15V431Jul 7, 2015145,379 vehicles affected

Certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles built between July 19, 2010 and May 26, 2015 with 2.4L engines may have an engine cover that can come loose from the engine.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid

Recall 11V550Nov 10, 2011340 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 11V487Sep 29, 2011667 vehicles affected

Most common 2012 Dodge Journey problems

Problem areas named in the 377 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System116
Engine97
Service Brakes96
Unknown Or Other48
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)44
Power Train36
Air Bags29
Steering23
Vehicle Speed Control20
Fuel/Propulsion System14

What owners report

2026-10-25, Service Brakes
Code c2200-48 anti-loc brake module internal supervision failure is a recall for my 2012 Dodge journey if the recall was completed it was not it was not a full recall fix so as of Oct/25/26 this code shows recall
2026-08-08, Electrical System
The car says something like Vin number bot recognized. The windshield wipers start going crazy all the exterior and interior lights start going crazy the steering will locks the brakes lock and the car shuts off no accident
2026-07-01, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was white smoke coming from the vehicle, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate above 20 MPH while driving. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and was diagnosed with catalytic converter failure. The contact was informed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 175,589.
2026-03-18, Unknown Or Other
I need antilock breaking module part number 68194693AF. The manufacturer has put it on a back order with around 1000 orders waiting. Please check why they are not issuing a recall when so many people are waiting for the same issue.
2026-02-15, Electrical System
My 2012 dodge journey suddenly and violently stalled in the middle of crossing a green light. no check engine lights prior to this only thing that happened a few days before was car wouldn’t start said to press clutch and start button I have an automatic engine, and kept saying keys lefts vehicle even though keys where in the car. This was very scary because it gave me no problems before we could have been on the freeway when this happened thankfully not but this needs to be looked into.

2012 Dodge Journey questions

Does the 2012 Dodge Journey have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 Dodge Journey: Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk; Power Steering Hose May Rupture, Causing Loss of Steering Assist; Water Can Disable Braking Stability Control; Engine cover can detach and touch exhaust, raising fire risk; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Fluid. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Dodge Journey?

Based on 377 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (116), Engine (97), Service Brakes (96).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Dodge Journey has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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