Table 1 shows one common visibility related problems of the 2017 Dodge Journey.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wiper problems |
Initially, the component that was failing was the rear wiper blade. The wiper blade would not perform a proper rotation. It wouldn’t move at all when I would turn the switch, but anytime the car was unlocked or locked. The door was open or closed the blade would move. A few days later, one reverse light was out. The rear wiper doesn’t really pose any risks but with my reverse lights, failing and any other lights in the rear could be a safety issue. My partner being an elevator mechanic knows electrical like the back of his hand. , so he did the process of elimination, realized that it was the wiring at the back hatch. The wiring is shot brittle breaking burning. . Which could possibly start a car fire which would put me my child. My boyfriend in danger. . The problem has not been confirmed by a dealer have not taken it to an independent service center. My partner does all of the repair maintenance on my car. I did not get any warning, signs or messages prior to the failure. My partner has fixed the wiring issue at the back hatch, but if it still needs to be inspected, I’m sure if wiring is checked anywhere else in the car it’s gonna be the same issue. The wires are brittle and breaking melting,.
Throttle system gave out in 2018. Had the system replaced. Throttle light is still coming on and will lose pressure. And the rear back windshield wiper will not go all the way down. And heating/cooling system is not working properly in the front part of the SUV. Or in the back.
The front winshield wipers only work on high speed. When you shut off the wipers they stop wherever they want to. This is very dangerous for visibility purposes. High speed wipers are not always needed.
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Journey. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the rear window was shattered as if there was forced entry or an individual had broken the glass. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 50.
Nothing has happened yet rear window wipers don't completely go all the way causing a blindspot when you look out it. Driver cannot see passager side in rear window.