general problems of the 2011 Dodge Journey

Stirring wheel fluid hose has burst during cold weather, and will lose control of wheel. My car wasn’t listed in the recall for that said issue for other Dodge Journey’s. I had it repair ones and now its doing it again.

After starting the vehicle, abs, brake, and traction contol light illuminate. Occasionally light does not illuminate. Vehicle appears to drive and stop normally, but driving without abs and traction contol decreases stopping performance and capabilities. Certified mechanic diagnosed problem indicating water damage consistant with the current recall r61 / NHTSA 15v-675 for the 2012-2015 models.

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving about 35 mph, the contact saw smoke emitting from the hood without warning. The contact pulled to the side and added some coolant. The failure recurred . The contact saw flame from the engine. The fire and momentarily extinguished itself. The steering did not turn and the vehicle shut down . There was no fire report and no injury was reported. The vehicle was towed to the contact's resident. The dealer was not recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000. Fe.

On 1/30/2019 at 10:15 pm I started my parked 2011 Dodge Journey to warm it up for work. It immediately blew the power steering system because it was frigid outside. The power steering cooler and return line hose assembly was replaced with parts from the dealer ordered by the business that made the repairs. Total for parts and labor was $814. 22. This report is being filed in regards to campaign 16v273000. I feel this is identical to what happened and I am seeking a full refund for my repairs needed.

The car feels likes it's pulling and sometimes it won't accelerate.

The vehicle completely shut down while driving down Ford road in dearborn mi. The steering would not move. The engine turned off. The brakes locked up. The car would not start to move out of oncoming traffic. It was towed to firstone complete autocare and serviced. Received the vehicle back on Saturday the 4th of August. Again drove the vehicle and on a bridge on ecorse rd in taylor mi. The vehicle did the exact thing. It was towed back to firestone. Firestone returned the vehicle on August 6th and sent it to dealership for repair. Firestone said they saw no problem. Couldn't understand the problem. Both instances of stalling I had my 7 year old. Both instances we were nearly rear ended multiple times. Both times the vehicle shuts down with no steering, no breaks, and wont restart. It was a death trap. Firstone can verify my pick up locations both times. Used goch and sons towing through firestone on 8/5. Used united towing in dearborn on 8/3. Firestone also has vehicle records on file.

"takata recall": local Dodge dealer, inspected the vehicle and replaced the defective part(s), then told my wife the 'actual steering wheel airbag' wasn't working and diagnosed the issue as the electrical connector. They said they would not repair, replace or fix unless we paid the cost for a new airbag,why isn't the airbag part of the recall? we haven't had any accidents in this vehicle nor anything that would, could damage the airbag. . Since the dealer is stating the problem is electrical, in the safety system, should this be classed as a 'safety' issue and repaired by the dealer. .

My steering wheel locked up while driving twice. I have taken it to the mechanic to get it fixed prior to driving any further. The first time I was turning right, the 2nd time I was coming up to a stop light. I was able to turn my car off then back on and it worked. Terrifying experience.

Power steering hose ruptured while vehicle was parked and running in very cold temp.

While vehicle was parked (stationary) vehicle was started, heard a pop, put car in reverse and realized there was no power steering. Started to smell something burning so placed vehicle back in park & turned it off. Looked under vehicle and saw large puddle of power steering fluid. The power steering line burst thereby disabling the power steering. This appears to be an on going problem with numerous Journey power steering lines.

Noticed strange sound from driver side front wheel area. Took vehicle into dealership to identify issue. Dealer claims power steering return line had a leak and that this line wrapped around the engine compartment and would cost approx $750. 00 to repair, there are numerous complaints about cold weather areas having multiple complaints about this line failing at the factory crimped connection on the line. The failure causing the line to rupture or crack varying on leak rate.

Metal scraping sound when driving below 20mph and stops when brakes are pushed. Sounds very similar to many online complaints I've read. Recalls issued for similar models with the same year, but not mine. Very frustrating.

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that when driving 30 mph or lower, the vehicle would veer out of lane when atetmpting to accelerate. The failure was experience only when the acceleration was increased. The dealer test drove the vehicle and was able to duplicate the failure but advised the contact that the vehicle was performing normally. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 8,000 and the current mileage was 14,000.

Have taken vehicle to dealer 4 times for grinding sound when braking. Have been told it could not be replicated. Told rotor and pads are good. Looking at previous complaints, realized dealer is playing a game ( after 12000miles) rotors not covered. I presently have 11000 miles. Great business practice by Dodge.

Traveling northbound on 91st Ave. Light changed to yellow. I applied brakes and a horrible grinding sound occured. The steering wheel shook and I was alarmed. I called the dealership requesting inspection. Was told it was normal abs action. I disagreed. They insisted all is fine. Second occurence, had to brake to avoid collision and applied brake, again violent shaking to steering wheel. Upon regular maintenance with dealer they again said it was normal. I have never felt more unsafe. This still occurs today 3/2015. Has become progressivly worse over time. Unknown what components are involved. . . Selected possible parts requiring further investigation. Dealer insists there are no recalls in place for any part of this model year. I have asked them to check NHTSA website. They will not.