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2012 DODGE JOURNEY Safety Overview

The 2012 DODGE JOURNEY has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal
  • Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
  • Electronic stability control (esc)

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for DODGE JOURNEY owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 DODGE JOURNEY 17V432000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles.

Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

NHTSA Recall 17V432000: Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/7/2017
2012 DODGE JOURNEY 16V273000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactur...

A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V273000: A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/6/2016
2012 DODGE JOURNEY 15V675000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactur...

If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V675000: If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/19/2015
2012 DODGE JOURNEY 15V431000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactur...

If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

NHTSA Recall 15V431000: If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/7/2015
2012 DODGE JOURNEY 11V550000

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 DODGE JOURNEY AND FIAT 500 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FR...

THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V550000: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/10/2011
2012 DODGE JOURNEY 11V487000

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNT...

CONNECTING ROD FAILURE MAY LEAD TO ENGINE SEIZURE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V487000: CONNECTING ROD FAILURE MAY LEAD TO ENGINE SEIZURE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/29/2011

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.