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2013 Dodge Journey recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 353
Latest campaign: Jul 7, 2017

Recall summary by component4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Air bags	1	Jul 7, 2017	17V432000
Steering	1	May 6, 2016	16V273000
Electronic stability control (ESC)	1	Oct 19, 2015	15V675000
Engine and engine cooling	1	Jul 7, 2015	15V431000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jul 7, 2017Latest campaign


Jul 7, 201717V432000	Air bags: frontal Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V432000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits. Risk Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47. Campaign NHTSA 17V432000 · Jul 7, 2017
May 6, 201616V273000	Steering: hydraulic power assist hose, piping, and connections A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V273000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist. Risk A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08. Campaign NHTSA 16V273000 · May 6, 2016
Oct 19, 201515V675000	Electronic stability control (ESC) If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V675000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. Risk If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61. Campaign NHTSA 15V675000 · Oct 19, 2015
Jul 7, 201515V431000	Engine and engine cooling: engine If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V431000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold. Risk If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved mounting system for the engine cover, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R32. Campaign NHTSA 15V431000 · Jul 7, 2015

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Dodge). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component353

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

353Complaints filed

19Involving a crash

9Involving a fire

32Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Service brakes	74	21	7	0	3
Electrical system	73	21	3	4	5
Engine	72	20	0	5	1
Seats	58	16	0	0	8
Electronic stability control (ESC)	44	12	2	0	1
Air bags	44	12	12	1	14
Unknown or other	31	9	0	1	1
Power train	29	8	1	1	0
Steering	20	6	0	0	0
Hydraulic	11	3	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	10	3	1	1	0
Fuel/propulsion system	10	3	0	1	0
Structure	8	2	2	0	3
Suspension	7	2	0	0	0
Engine and engine cooling	5	1	0	2	0

10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Service brakes
“The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving, the ABS, brake, and traction control warning lights remained illuminated.”
Filed 08/27/2026 · ODI 11759940
Service brakes
“The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the air bag and ABS warning lights illuminated, and the cruise control feature became inoperable.”
Filed 08/12/2026 · ODI 11756515
Electrical system
“Incident occurred onJune 29, 2026 approximately around 6 pm. The system in question is the electrical.”
Filed 06/29/2026 · ODI 11747308

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2013 Dodge Journey recall questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Dodge Journey have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Dodge Journey. The most recent, 17V432000 (reported July 7, 2017), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Dodge Journey?

Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 74 complaints out of 353 filed with NHTSA (21%). Across all complaints, owners reported 19 crashs and 9 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Dodge Journey?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Dodge). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Dodge dealer.

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