2009 Dodge Journey AWD Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 4%of 161 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2009 Dodge Journey AWD, 4% of the 161 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When I turn a corner or hit a bump or just driving down the street, the ignition will turn off and the car won't run. Once I have it stopped and put in park I can restart the vehicle. However, lately when I turn the key to start the car, the key will switch back to the off position. I have had this issue more than once.”
NHTSA complaint #10451894, filed 2012-03, 26,489 miles“Have had ongoing issues with 2009 Dodge journey. Vehicle loses power while driving, this has happened approximately 10 times in the last year. The tires sold on the vehicle (225-55-r19) are not replaceable. I got a flat and was told to ride on the donut until they could locate a new tire, 12 days later still no tire, I demanded the dealer sell me a tire off of a car in the lot, they finally agreed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10408991, filed 2011-06, 16,000 miles“Took my Dodge journey 2009 sxt- awd on 09/16/2011 to the dealer because the engine would not crank, they made the repairs. At check-out I was told the vehicle needed 4 new tires. At the time the vehicle had 31,328 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10471900, filed 2012-08, 31,328 miles“Car started smoking from heating hose busting and started running hot.... Also front windshield water dispenser no longer works.... Told dealership car kills sometimes while driving.... Was told a recall but parts not available... Also when car is put from reverse to drive after complete stop... It jerks and engine bangs... Got told block around engine wall.... Also not covered under full extended warranty...... Sometimes car will not start b/c of ignition switch which sometimes takes about 15 tries to start car... Or have to put in neutral to start..... …”
NHTSA complaint #10712746, filed 2015-04, 76,000 miles“My complaint consists of the tires, starter, and pressure sensors on my 2009 Dodge journey. First, the cheapest tires my dealer can find for my vehicle are priced at $225/tire. Thus, a $1000.00 cost for tire replacement. This would be reasonable if the vehicle was a luxury vehicle I.e.: audi, bmw, cadillac, mercedes, etc... However, it is a Dodge. I have had to replace my Dodge's tires every winter since purchase. Therefore, these performance tires are only lasting approximately 20,000/miles a piece. Affordable, is why I purchased Dodge. …”
NHTSA complaint #10434109, filed 2011-11Related service bulletins
- 10191460Feb 26, 2016Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10121927Jan 26, 2016NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 | 2% |
| 2009 | 7 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2009 Dodge Journey AWD
56 complaintsElectrical system
47 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsTires
19 complaintsAir bags
17 complaintsEngine
17 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsWheels
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Dodge Journey AWD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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