general problems of the 2009 Dodge Journey - part 2

My car would not shift into second or third gear - I had to park car, shut off and restart. Did same thing couple days later and my engine light came on. Had my mechanic check the code and it is something to do with the transmission. The car just hit 90,000 miles. I have already had the water pump replaced, front and back brakes, pads, rotors and calipers replaced. This car is a piece of garbage.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator was illuminated. The problem recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power control module was defective. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact was made aware of a recall notification under NHTSA campaign id number 08v528000 (power train). However, the VIN was not included on the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while traveling 60 mph, and the vehicle stalled,and lost power. There were no warning lights that illuminated. The vehicle return to its normal operations after restarting. The manufacturer was notified and they offered no remedy. There was no diagnosis completed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 87,000 the current mileage was 88,500.

Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, all of the warning lights in the dashboard began to flash on and off, and the transmission shifted into a lower gear, where it became stuck. The vehicle was towed to the dealership for repair, where it was diagnosed that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000. Aa.

Both front window will not go up from left master swith however rt window will operate from rt swith. Diag found that the vehicle drive door harness and modulemust be replaced.

Problem with stearing system as campain fca s08 also on this model 2. 0 td dpf also huge problem on automatic transmition getrag.

While making a left hand turn, I felt the car jerk several times as though I was using anti-lock brakes. This was confusing since I did not even have my foot on the brake. Seconds later I heard an almost grinding or dragging noise. I pulled over into the first empty lot I found and checked the tires, got down and checked under the car for anything hanging that could have been dragging on the ground, found nothing that looked out of the ordinary. I thought then that there may have been snow or ice around the tires since it had snowed the night before. I proceeded to get back into the car and drove approximately three minutes and the noise got louder. I drove to my mechanic which was another 5 minutes away. He was amazed that the power train seemed to explode from the inside out. In all his years of fixing cars, he said he had never seen anything like it. We've read many recall notices for the power train yet no one is willing to help with this recall. Since we bought the car used, they say that the recall is not transferable. This is total bull since it is approx $2400. If this was a defective part, there should be no reason why we would be responsible to have it repaired. Something must be able to be done. I would even be willing to pay half the bill but not the entire bill since it must have been defective to start with. I have been without a car now for four weeks and have become a burden to friends and family, needing rides to and from work. I am very upset with Dodge for not even attempting to meet me half way. I was under the impression that they were a reputable company. Unless they can help in some way, I will never purchase another Dodge and discourage anyone else to also.

The transmission has been shifting very rough. After taking it to the dealer and "no engine light no problem" was determined today the car refused to accelerate but was revving a lot and temporarily lost the drive gear while I was driving!!!. . I had to park the car and walk home and get the car towed back.

I was driving on the highway, with my daughter in the car, and my truck completely lost power. I was luckily able to pull over and restart the vehicle. It was very scary and my life and my daughter's life were in jeopardy. This happens approximately one every 3 weeks. Today, 11-25-2013, my fiance was driving around a roundabout, the car died and she was hit lightly from behind. Also, the controls on my driver's side door do not work properly. They rarely roll down the windows correctly and right now, the back driver's side window is down. I had to duct tape plastic on the door. I am taking it to the dealership tomorrow to try and fix these problems. I just don't know why this series of 2009 Journeys were not recalled. We are scared to even drive the Journey especially because of the lost power issue and with really no money to have it diagnosed.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced trouble starting. Also, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle jerked forward. The dealer repaired the vehicle per NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system), but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, she noticed a clunking noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated the power transfer unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 45,200.

Purcased 9-6-12 car startng cutting off 9-8-12. I can't steer air conditioner is off, dashboard has no lights. Taken back to car lot they can't duplicate the problem and codes come up, yet this continous to happen, it has happened 8 times already. I am fearing for my and my families life, I can't continue oing through this for 5 years. I have almost been hit in the rear twice. I can't even get on the highway nor drive the streets without fear of beening killed!!!.

My wife was driving it and all of a sudden some smoke and there is a bad smell. But then she heard a clicking sound. So I when over and drove it around and the clicking/grinding sound coming from the vehicle.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start properly and was taken to dealer. The dealer confirmed that the transmission needed to be reset. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 41,201 and the current mileage was 41,577.

Since I brought my Journey I had to get my brakes replaced several time & rotors replace, transmission sealant leak and recently when I was driving to work my tire pressure light came on and within minutes my tire was almost flat. I was able to just make it to a gas station and went to fill up my tire and my valve stem went all the way in and my tire went totally flat and lost all pressure. My car had to be towed and ended up spending $300 to get my front passenger and rear passenger side valve stems replaced. The service guy agreed that it was unsafe and I could of easily spun out if I lost all tire pressure right away. I have 2 kids and I feel unsafe to drive with my children in the car. On top of these issues my steering wheel continue to shake but I had it in to the service department a number of times and they said everything is ok. One of the instances they said the shaking was because of my routers and resurfaced them twice. Please help me. I don't know of my options but I am concerned for me and my family's safety with this car. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while attempting to drive in reverse out of a parking space, the vehicle lunged forward without any warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the power train unit was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 55,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact was driving 45 mph when the engine failure warning light illuminated and the engine rpms increased. In addition, the vehicle failed to accelerate beyond 45 mph. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 32,000.

I noticed my 2009 Dodge Journey started burning oil. I took to the dealership keffer chrylser Jeep eagle to have a consumption test run on it. Come to find out my Journey burned almost 4 quarts of oil after 1700 miles. There were not warning lights that came on to tell me there was an issue with my car. I bought my car new with 12 miles on it. I have attempted to contact Chrysler to see if they would pay mine off and I would upgrade. Everyone I talked to keep saying they can not make those decisions, maybe contact the NHTSA. Chrysler has not replied back yet. The dealer I am working with seems to be more interested in making a new sale with others then addressing the current issues with a loyal Dodge/chrylser owner. This vehicle has failed at 50,000 miles. The reply I received is "we are better now, that is why we offered the powertrain warranty". You are lucky. Yeah, lucky me paying for a car I can not drive and no assistance from Chrysler. Sure, they are repairing this and they tell me there should not be any charges to me. I guess we will see. There is one thing they took from me that won't come back with any repairs. My peace of mind.

Parking sensor in transmission that sends a signal that car is in park not working I properly may be a huge issue because when you are in drive and sitting it gets stuck in park. Then takes off no warning. If me o our anyone in my family is injured I will be the one to help settle a law suit with Chrysler. I spoke of this problem to the dealer while it was under warranty the rep. Said I had to leave my car there till the problem duplicates. This is a expensive car and my only transportation which is why I had the warranty . The other issue is when sitting at the light the breaks slip causing the vehicle to lunge forward. This is even after replacing the brakes at the dealership the vehicle is a money pit. The consumer takes the bill or could lose their life messing with Chrysler.

Purchased at 40k in 2011 and now at 90k in 2015. Have had to replace transmission, rear diff, tie rods (2x !) brakes (2x !) rotors, and ball joints. And tires wear to fast. Now my airbag light is on. They said I need to replace the column ring apperatis. . . What a p. O. S. ! please recall the entire vehicle.

Purchased vehicle in 2010, test drove vehicle asked dealer to check the following components engine, brakes, transmission. Dealer took car to a repair place stated everything was fine, went on with purchase. Had a oil change not long after purchase facility mentioned front and rear brakes, rotors and calipers were bad. . Which I had noticed pedal to brakes were not engaging properly, severe safety issue. Took to a second brake repair same problem. (s) on occasion engine stalls while driving, sometimes will not start at all. Some electrical components do not work in the vehicle. Then driving vehicle home from store transmission dies, car will not go over 20 miles, almost hit from behind by another vehicle due to sudden loss of speed luckily about two minutes from home. Parked vehicle for a few hours car would not go in park or reverse. Took vehicle to transmission repair, transmission tech examines transmission, transmission is defective and needs to be replaced. Called manufacturer Dodge/Chrysler stated there was nothing that they were willing to do, same statement they have said to many consumers, without concern for buyers safety or inconvenience that their vehicles cause. Please I need help this is the only vehicle that my family has, and I am concerned about all of our safety.

I purchased this car in August 2010 (it is a 2009) and since then, I have had the vehicle in the shop 33 times. I have had to replace all brakes and rotors, had front passenger-side window motor replaced, driver-side is going out now, had leaking from the ceiling, replacing the cracked radiator right now, had the emergency brake fixed, needed new rods and bushings, fuel injectors run loud, there is a drone noise from the right side of the vehicle when going 1800-2000 rpm, electrical systems short out, had the electric throttle indicator light come on, car dies all the time, yet the battery is fine, . . . Bottom line, this is a lemon. I have the r/t model which the dealership likes to claim "is just the noisy one. " that is a very poor answer towards a consumer. I take very good care of my vehicles and to put up with this is upsetting. I have spent over $3000 in repairs in the 2 1/2 years that I have owned this SUV. Chrysler has made no attempts to help with these common problems and I know that I will not support this company buy purchasing with them again. When I bought a Journey. . . I didn't realize being able to drive it without problems, would be such a "journey. ".

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey sxt. The contact stated that without warning, the vehicle would not start. The exterior and interior lights work without any difficulties. The contact have to wait 30 minutes before the vehicle would start and over time it lost power and began to make a knocking sound. The brake pads and the rotors also began to wear excessively. The dealer was notified and stated that the vehicle needed a starter, brakes, brakes pads, rotors, battery, and struts. The dealers estimated repair cost was $2,000 at the contacts expense. The contact replaced the brakes, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and the front rotors for $738. 23. The manufacture was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While the vehicle was parked, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer performed a diagnostic test and stated that there were pieces of metal in the transmission fluid pan. The dealer reset the check engine light accordingly. The contact also experienced brake failure in the past and the vehicle was repaired on three separate occasion for brake failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,200 and the current mileage was 28,000.

In two years, five (5) times for brake prloblems. With 3,000 to 6,000 miles between each broke. Two times engine support mount. Two times with power train problems. Today (10/06/2011) the Journey 2009 r/t is in the service center of alberic colon Chrysler/Jeep in kennedy Ave, san juan pr for the same problems and also : for the air conditioner system, suspension, motor cooling system problems,leaking grease in the back of the right front wheel. And guess!!!!!!, brakes again. Both, Chrysler and the dealer has refuse to obey the law that says, they have to provide a vehicle in cases that repair least more than 5 labor days including Saturday. Also, to adeed more problems, mr. Lucas figueroa(pr Chrysler service manager), has refused to authorize the brake repair. Saying that is normal, that a brake system that was repair in 02/16/2011 needs to be repair again in 09/19/2011(22033 to 30200 m). I have being without transportation for three weeks, causing me an my family a lot of problems because, is our only vehicle for all the family matters including, that I am a cardiovascular patient. " someone could tell me is these seems to look like a big jucy lemon " question is, who could help us with this giant abusive corporations?.

Rotors and brakes went out at 36,000 and had to be replaced due to being too small for the vehicle. Of course this was just out side of warranty. Recall was called after we replaced them. Went out again at 45,000 and again at 85,000. I had a knocking noise from under neath and took it in and it was covered under power train. Had to take it in again at 40,000 knocking noise again and luckily it covered under power train. At 45,000 my Journey wouldn't start and just didn't know when it would start 30 minutes to an hour. This has happened several times and was told it was the key ignition control and that they are back logged and couldn't replace it but charged $100 for diagnostic again and have had to take it in again since. At 75,000 I was left stranded due to over heating and had to take it in again and it was the temperature control sensor. Brakes went out again at 95,000 and now at 107,00 the check engine light is on and did a diagnostic and it's the throttle runner control is stuck open and unable to get it in until a week later due to the dealer to busy. I think this has gone on to long with these Dodge Journeys and it's time for some recalls on them. I will never but a Dodge again!.

Bought this car brand new off show room floor in Feb of 2009 and only owner. . . . First 6 months of owning it started with serpintine belt, heat shield, gear box, ac coolant, electrical , transmission (4 times) brakes and rotors (5 times), battery issues and not to mention tire replacement all before 50k miles. With this being said you would think I have built a new car by now. Yes l even purchased extended warranty but still pay out of pocket cause guess what "everything is not covered" its a lemon and I am scared for me and my daughter to drive it!!! every month its something new that I have to fix and replace, can no longer afford it. I was pround to be able to purchase a new car with all the bells and whisles I wanted, but heck I cant afford it. The maintance cost has wiped out any savings I tried to have. I will have to try and trade it in, however I know I am not going to get what I still owe and its sad I will still be paying for this piece of crap. Really sad when you contact chrystler to make them aware of all the issues and problems they dont even apologize for producing such poor work. Guess it will take many more families to go bankrupt or people getting hurt for them to do something about this car!!.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact also stated that the steering wheel shook while making a right or left turn. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the part was unavailable to perform the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the brakes were applied but the vehicle would not respond. The contact merged onto the shoulder in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the rotors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The contact also stated that the roof was leaking abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where the contact was advised that the seams in the roof needed replacing. The dealer made the necessary repairs to the roof however, the failure recurred. In addition, the contact mentioned that the vehicle failed to start after being parked for a short period of time. The dealer was notified and advised that she should shake the gear shifter and then try to start the vehicle. The contact followed the dealer¿s instructions and the vehicle started. The cause of the starting failure was unknown. The manufacturer was notified but did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 10,900.

This vehicle has several defects the front end makes a whining noise when turning ,the dash is rubbing on the windshield with an awful noise, it pulls to the left while driving, and the engine sounds like a rod is about ready to blow through the hood. My wife and I are embarrassed to drive this thing.