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2016 Dodge Journey Engine cooling Problems

Complaints
10about this part
Share
3%of 389 total for the year
Median mileage
95,365miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2016 Dodge Journey, 3% of the 389 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 95,365 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.

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 first start the vehicle it makes a loud whine noise for about 2 to 5 min. Then seems to go away. If the vehicle sits for 3 to 4 hours it will do the same noise again. Dealer told me that all the six cylinders make that noise and it's normal. Have never owned a vehicle that makes a whine noise where something wasn't wrong especially at around 6000 miles on the vehicle. The vehicle was stationary when it happens but if you drive off right away the noise continues as you're driving.”

NHTSA complaint #10938486, filed 2016-12, 6,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the engine started overheating. The message Temperature High was displayed. Additionally, the contact stated that the power windows were intermittently inoperable. While attempting to drive from a complete stop, the transmission failed to shift gears as intended. The contact stated that upon depressing the accelerator pedal while driving, the engine revved, but the vehicle failed to respond as intended. …”

NHTSA complaint #11713647, filed 2026-01, 220,000 miles

“The contact's daughter owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact's daughter received a notification for Emissions Recall: U67 related to the catalytic converter. An appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle serviced; however, the day prior to the appointment, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and stated that the warning light might be related to the emissions recall. The dealer performed a diagnostic test for the check engine warning light and discovered that the warning light was related to the cam shaft. …”

NHTSA complaint #11673338, filed 2025-07, 99,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving on a neighborhood street at 20 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over safely to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted, and the contact was able to continue driving. The contact drove the vehicle to the local Auto Zone, where the vehicle was diagnosed and DTC: P0018 ( Camshaft/Crankshaft psoition sensor failure) was retrieved. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #11640395, filed 2025-02, 95,365 miles

“The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, or while the vehicle was idling while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle made a chugging and choking sound. The vehicle hesitated before accelerating as needed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had become a constant failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that an inspection was completed, and the vehicle failed the Emissions test due to DTC: P40; for the catalytic converter and Oxygen sensor. …”

NHTSA complaint #11645344, filed 2025-02, 97,000 miles

Related recalls

Related service bulletins

Engine cooling: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202012%
201831%
201721%
2016103%
201531%
201451%
201351%
201292%
201153%
2010242%
2009232%

Other parts of the 2016 Dodge Journey

Engine
114 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
87 complaints
Electrical system
85 complaints
Other or unknown
66 complaints
Brakes
54 complaints
Seats
36 complaints
Steering
34 complaints
Vehicle speed control
33 complaints
Air bags
26 complaints
Electronic stability control
18 complaints
Fuel system
13 complaints
Exterior lighting
9 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2016 Dodge Journey

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology