Problems with 2009 Dodge Journey ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

I have a 09 journey, bought a year ago. brakes front and back have had to be replaced and need replacement again. interior lights dim when wipers or other electronic controls are operated. engine makes noise as though the lifters aren't getting oil--had it in shop for that and they can't find anything and it is getting worse. right side front wheel sounds like bearing is having issues too. product is dangerous--brakes and not being taken care of under warranty--dealer, have 26,000 miles on it

Brakes, tires and electrical system. i have to get new tires already and i only have 36,000 miles on the car. i have had to change the brakes front and back 3 times already. i am about to have to change the rotor on all 4 wheels. when i turn the windshield wipers off the head lights flash off and back on. then while driving the dash lights will flash off and on again. *tr

When i bought my car in 2009. i noticed that my brakes squeaked when i stop i took it back to the dealership, i was told that nothing was wrong. keep complaining all the time, then the vibration started and i needed rotors and brakes. the aftermarket brakes doesn't fit had to replace them with the dealership brakes. had to replace a two tire sensors. had to have my rotors resurfaced will need new rotors. recently the engine coolant overheating light came on. the fan stop working its electrical the mechanic can't figure out why it stop. my car sometimes doesn't start, took it to a mechanic. no reason why. when my air is on it takes the car longer to gain speed on the highway. i contacted the dealership where i purchased it and dodge. both were rude and didn't offer any help. i purchased the extended warranty and it didn't cover anything. *tr

On monday, march 8, 2010, my wife, two year old daughter and i suffered a third episode of the following dangerous malfunctions: steering, transmission and drivetrain issues that, without notice, result in an unbearable screeching and grinding noise emanating from underneath the vehicle at speeds between 15 and 30 mph, a pause and hesitation in acceleration between speeds of 15 and 30 m.p.h. that causes the car to jump forward, the immediate loss of accurate steering and a burning smell throughout the car interior we suffered the most recent episode, without notice, while driving through rush hour traffic at 7:45 a.m. we waited two hours for a tow truck to arrive. fortunately, my wife and daughter were only shaken, but not injured. in the last three months, we have had an unsafe rear tire replaced, sunroof parts replaced for constant leaking, a new electronic module installed to prevent the episodes of the entire electronic system malfunctioning causing the loss of car function and door locks and multiple power steering parts replaced. *tr

At 11k miles i had to have front brakes replaced. shortly after that my back brakes had to be replaced and my back rotors were warped. the dealer told me i had exceeded the 12k manufacturer warranty and had to pay for repair. after researching consumer reviews and having read of numerous complaints on brakes / rotors i sent a letter to chrysler along with complaints. i did not receive any letter, not a phone call, just a check for repayment of brake work. since then i have had my censor light come on twice for the tires and up until now, after reading from this website was i unaware this vehicle appears to have problems with tires as well. my vehicle is currently in the shop. i had taken in twice for a noise that was coming from the front passenger side. the first time i was told they could not find anything. the 2nd i was told it was a computer chip that needed adjusting and it would be "fine". it wasn't fine. the noise got worse. my power locks on driver door and my remote key would not work. i took my vehicle in for both the noise and the power locks/key not working. i have been without a vehicle since monday (it is friday) and it is due to having to replace a wiring system and alternator. an alternator? my vehicle has 25k miles!! please help.....there are almost 200 complaints for all the same problems i am having. this is not right. *tr

At 2000 miles on my 2009 dodge journey i started having problems with my front passenger window sticking, and brakes squeaking. also car not shifting when taking off and when you slow down and try to speed back up. i took it in. they told me maybe sap in window and brakes fine. three days later window acting up again. took it in. same reason. cleaned and greased. this is the eight time i've taken it in. they have replaced motors, switches, tracks, seals and now wont roll up or down . the brakes have been an issue since the start. at 21000 miles the dealer tells me i need new pad and rotors. take it to brake shop and they tell me all i need is pad. brakes working fine right now but still squeak every now and then. they have replaced electrical harnesses that may catch on fire. the squeaking noise now has turned into other parts that are having to be replaced. my computer chip has been reset 4 times and cheap plastic mirrors on visors and sunglass holder and light on inside roof. the springs on my back doors have popped out leaving the door stuck open. went to eat with 23000 miles on the car and after leaving the car would not start. called dealer and they called a tow truck and wanted me to pay for that also. my car has been in two different dealerships on 10-15 different occasions for repairs. they still have not got these issues fixed. what can i do? *tr

Bought a 2009 dodge journey sxt w/14,075 miles-used. owned little over month-we have had 4 times where driving at night-suddenly all instrument panel lights comes on-headlights go off-engine keeps running. to 'reset' had to turn off car and restart-one night this happen 2 times in appr.10 miles on i-20. first time in shop-'could not duplicate" for 2 days-also "no bus" light comes on. wife picked up drove 15 miles to groc. parking lot-during drive battery light came on-she got to parking lot. killed engine-tried to restart-nothing-no click-nada! called 800 # inowners manual. towed to nearest dodge-they towed back to original dealer-3 more days-supposedly changed out several elect.parts. still it happened again-at night-back in shop. we finally did a carfax-seems previous owner had in shop for electrical 3-4 times in less than a year when bought brand new. did some research on dodge journey problems search on web-not much on journeys problem but did find '99 durango seem to describe exactly same problems-are they related? *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that she attempted to start the vehicle and heard a clicking sound, but the vehicle would not start. the contact had to turn the steering wheel in order to start the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they replaced the starter. the failure continued. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 48,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. updated 07/06/12 *bf the consumer stated the started was replaced twice. updated 07/12/12

On my 5th set of brakes & rotors on my 2009 dodge journey. the car only has 53000 miles on it. chrysler refuses to admit there is a problem with the braking system on the car. i am now averaging replacing rotors every 10,000 miles. very expensive and most importantly not safe. please investigate this problem as chrysler extended the warranty on the brakes when we received a letter in july of 2011 to 36,000 miles. they know the brake system is too small for the car. there have been other electrical problems as well. i feel this car is a lemon. thank you! *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while parked, the vehicle was not able to start. the contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the part for the recall was not available. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown. parts distribution disconnect.

Tiene problemas para encender aunque tenga buena carga de energa su bateria, por 6 veces a presentado el mismo problema. al tratar de encenderla no enciende el motor, la luces internas tienen poco poder y las externas tienen mucho poder . , el panel de instrumento enciende el indicador de funcionamiento incorrecto (mil), en todo momento en que esta la unidad en movimiento. el distribuidor en puerto rico no sabe que le sucede. *tr

After owning my car (august 2009), i turned the key... it clicked once but, it did not start. i waited a few seconds and tried to start it again. this time, it started. i remember mentioning this when i went to the seminar for new car owners given by the service department at the dealership; but they said, "it was just a glitch". but, since then, it has happened intermittently. however, lately, it happens more frequently, including five times within the past week (monday, june 9 - 13, 2014). specifically, on wednesday 09/11/2014, it happened as usual. however, this time it took about 15 minutes and several tries (turning the key) before the engine finally started. this is unacceptable. i cannot believe this is "just a glitch" as i was told by the dealership's service department personnel approximately five years ago. please respond as i wonder if this is a recall issue? if so, why haven't i been notified (i purchased the extended warranty). recently, a friend who also owns a 2009 dodge journey warned me that his car did the same until one day, it just stopped working period. i sincerely hope you can help me with this issue. thank you. *tr updated 12/19/2014 *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled intermittently without warning. the contact believed that the recall repair for nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. the dealer stated that the part was not available. the manufacturer was made aware of the delay and declined to provide an alternative remedy. the contact was extremely concerned for her family's safety. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 10,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving 70 mph, the headlights and windshield wipers were activated at the same time and caused all the lights on the vehicle to shut off. the failure occurred several times. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was unavailable. updated 10/29/14*lj the consumer stated the driver's side caliper locked up or froze. it destroyed the rotor and caliper. the brakes had under 25,000 miles on the brakes. updated 4/22/2015 *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that when the key was inserted in the ignition switch, it failed to turn. the contact was able to start the engine after multiple attempts. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the part to repair the recall was unavailable. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the approximate failure mileage was 800.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the key failed to turn in the ignition, preventing the vehicle from being started. the failure was recurring. the vehicle was towed on several occasions and taken to a dealer but was unable to duplicate the failure. the contact stated that the computer was reprogrammed but the failure persisted. the contact also stated that there was a clicking sound when attempting to start the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was not available.

I purchased a 2009 dodge journey in august of 2008. i have had repeated problems with rotor and brake wear. the rotors have been replaced twice and all 4 brakes have been replaced twice with the front being replaced 3 times. the first of which occurred just past 12,000 miles. this is when brake and rotor wear warranty ends. i have also had significant problems with the wiring sensor module, resulting in stability control and anti-lock brake light to come one. i also have power ports in the vehicle that do not work as well as a lift gate that does not lock. i currently have 48,000 miles on the vehicle and now have issues with leaking. i am unsure how water is entering the vehicle, possibly thru the air conditioning drainage system. the entire drivers side floor boards are wet as well as the built in cooler behind the drivers seat being completely filled with water within several days of emptying. this occurs when it is not raining or wet outside. i now have mold issues in the vehicle. myself and my children have significant allergies and asthma. this vehicle is unsafe to drive. the electrical problems resulting in air bag failure are defiantly scary. *tr

April 30, 2009 the "ignition node module" went out on my 2009 dodge journey. as of today i do not have my car. i live in louisiana and my car is in ft. walton, florida at a lee chrysler dodge. there was no warning to let me know this was about to happen. me, my wife, and two children were left stranded in florida. the car is at the florida dealership pending being fixed. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle was designed to start without a key being placed in the ignition. while driving at an unknown speed, the contact bumped the key fob and the vehicle automatically turned off. the power steering and brakes failed. the vehicle was restarted and resumed normal operation. the dealer stated that the key fob was very sensitive. they kept the vehicle overnight and found no failures. the contact believes that this is a safety hazard. the failure and current mileages were 36,000.

Do something this has been a safety and inconvenience problem for years it is all over the internet and you have received many complaints

Purchased date 7/3/2008- 4/3/2009- 3,424mi. wiper blades had to be replaced. 4/8/2009- 3452mi.- replaced power inverter connectors because of recall. 6/22/2010-8,661mi.- hood arm came off, hood liner torn. had to be replaced. 6/10/2011-13,082mi. replaced both front door wiring harness because of recall. 5/18/2011-12,636mi.- small oil leak noticed by tech., was not oil leak so did not pursue further. 12/30/2011-15,258mi.- went in for oil change and tech. noticed water leakage under car, said i had left ice in cooler compartment in back of drivers seat and it had melted and overflowed into carpet. i dried it up and on 1/16/2012 -15,382mi.- after alot of rain returned car to dealer , carpet and foam under drivers seat was water soaked again. front and rear door gaskets on drivers side was replaced. carpet was not dried so i had to return it on 1/24/12 to be dried. on 2/10/2012-15, 532mi.- water leaking inside again from rain. tech foundbody seam imcomplete and pinch weld drain blocked. repaired and water tested, said no further leaks detected. carpet was not fully dried so i air dried. on 3/16/2011 -15,835mi.- returned car after raining . water in car again. now it is 3/26/2012 and nothing has been done except water testing. working with dodge corp. and dealer has been very frustrating. meanwhile i am without a vehicle and still payin for it. if there ever was a car called a lemon dodge journey 2009 is king of the lemons. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise when the brake pedal was depressed. the failure occurred on multiple occasions. the contact also stated that the brakes failed to stop the vehicle immediately when the brake pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the brakes and the rotors needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired however, after a short period of time the failure recurred multiple times. additionally, the tires were replaced multiple times due to the continuous failures. the contact received nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags , electrical system) and stated that the parts were unavailable. the dealer was uncertain when the parts would become available to service the vehicle under the recall. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 17,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and made an abnormal noise before stalling. the dealer stated that the digital panel failed. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 1,000. updated 10/24/2014*lj updated 7/14/2015 *js

Tl*the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced trouble starting. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where it was repaired. a few months later, the vehicle still had the same problem. also, the contact stated that the driver side door would not lock unless it was locked manually inside the vehicle. the vehicle had not been inspected at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was unknown. the current mileage was approximately 88,000.

Dodge has never solved the no start problem the dodge journey has had. we and all the other owners are upset that we are spending our money on trying to fix it and dodge isn't. dodge said that they will only do something if a recall is issued by you please help us . not everyone can afford a new car with today's prices. if you look up the internet at all the complaints from owners with same issues thank you

I have a brand new 2009 dodge journey. the steering makes noise, interior lights don't work, hazard lights don't work, locks malfunction, alarm malfunctions and won't turn off...i brought it in to have the steering issue looked at and was told they need to keep it for at least a day to fix it. they refuse, however to give me a rental until they find a diagnosis, which they now tell me will take at least 2 days. so, i'm driving around with a car that has one thing after another breaking on it because i can't afford to go 2 days without a car. i have to work. they don't stand by their product and it's going to cause problems for many consumers. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle pulled to the left and vibrated. there were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. on three separate occasions, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for identical failures. the tires were replaced; however, there was no resolution to the malfunctions. also, the fuel gauge does not operate properly. the vehicle has not been repaired correctly for the failures. the failure mileage was 60 and current mileage was 3,235. updated 10/14/08. *lj the consumer stated there was a problem with the tires. updated 10/16/08. *jb

Car leaks, right rear door lock will not always lock, alarm will not cut off, car makes a funny noise when turning, car quit and finally got it started, pulls to left, doors will lock and will take approx. 2 minutes for it to unlock, misses when pulling. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while the contact was driving approximately 20 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. upon restarting the vehicle the contact was able to continue driving normally. the failure occurred ten different times and on one of the occurrences the vehicle failed to restart. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on four separate occasions. in addition, the vehicle was also taken to an independent mechanic numerous times for the identical failure. the solenoid pigtail wire harness was replaced by the dealer; however after the repair the failure recurred. the contact discovered there were several recalls related to the defect under nhtsa campaign 08v247000 (electrical system:wiring), nhtsa campaign id number 09v082000 (electrical system) and nhtsa campaign id numbers 08v528000 (power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)); however, the vin was ineligible for the recall defects. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle intermittently stalled and failed to start. the contact stated that the repair for nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system) exceeded a reasonable amount of time. the contact made multiple attempts to have the vehicle serviced under the recall. the dealer stated the parts were not available for repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the delay. the failure mileage was 0.

Tried to start the car one day and all it did was try to turn. eventually through blogs i had read about the starting issue and to keep trying to turn it and maybe it would go, it died. we replaced the battery and it ran well for 4 weeks and again did the same thing tonight. all windows, locks, air conditioning, and head lights were working but not enough power to turn over, yes i turned all of it off immediately when i realized what happened. big difference was that last time i could jump it, this time i could not. i had to leave my car in the parking lot at 8:30pm and get a ride for my children and i from family. *tr