2014 Dodge Journey Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 1%of 416 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 13,750miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 2014 Dodge Journey, 1% of the 416 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 13,750 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.
“Our vehicle would vibrate while we were driving at highway speeds. We thought this was a normal thing with the Dodge Journey but asked the dealership to look at the issue anyways. After an inspection, our tires on our 6-month old car had been worn down and needed to be replaced. The tire company requested an alignment check and it was discovered that the right side inner and outer tie rods are bent. We have not been in any accidents/car collisions. …”
NHTSA complaint #10704544, filed 2015-04, 9,500 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, there was an abnormal vibration in the front of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the front tires on the vehicle were wearing out unevenly and faster than the rear tires. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,200.”
NHTSA complaint #10837582, filed 2016-02, 4,200 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v675000 (electronic stability control, service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. In addition, while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shook without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 18,000. Parts distribution disconnect.”
NHTSA complaint #10862811, filed 2016-05, 18,000 miles“2014 Dodge Journey. Consumer writes in regards to water stains on back cargo liner caused by water leaks from antenna base/ back washer hose/rear harness grommet and other locations. Consumer has concerns of electrical problems. The consumer stated while driving a clunk was heard and the vehicle began to shake. When the gas pedal was depressed the engine just revved and would not shift gears. A few days later the vehicle would no longer move, leaving the driver stranded. A spring popped in the transmission causing the torque converter to fail. A week later the transmission began leaking fluid. …”
NHTSA complaint #10959229, filed 2017-06Related service bulletins
- 10244356Sep 20, 2023LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 10170314Dec 11, 2019Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root…
- 10217356Jun 15, 2016Wheel Assy - steel When servicing a JOURNEY (JC) vehicle with steel wheels (WFU code) with or without a shake or vibration complaint; please review the 4 wheel assemblies in…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 8 | 3% |
| 2017 | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 | 7 | 2% |
| 2015 | 6 | 1% |
| 2014 | 5 | 1% |
| 2013 | 7 | 2% |
| 2012 | 10 | 3% |
| 2011 | 5 | 3% |
| 2010 | 15 | 2% |
| 2009 | 20 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2014 Dodge Journey
106 complaintsEngine
98 complaintsBrakes
87 complaintsOther or unknown
65 complaintsAir bags
46 complaintsSeats
43 complaintsElectronic stability control
41 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
36 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
22 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaintsFuel system
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Dodge Journey
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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