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Problems with 2009 Dodge Journey POWER TRAIN

On average, the 2009 Dodge Journey starts to “feel” problems with the POWER TRAIN and its various aspects after 83 536 miles.

Components Affected by POWER TRAIN Issues

We have classified the 80 complaints from 2009 Dodge Journey about POWER TRAIN into the following categories.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 11 TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) 1

Recently reported POWER TRAIN problems on 2009 Dodge Journey

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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle could not shift out of park and the engine failed to start occasionally. the contact had to place the vehicle into neutral or make multiple attempts to restart the engine. in addition, the eps and abs warning indicators illuminated. the contact had to turn off and restart the vehicle to turn off the indicators and get the vehicle to operate normally. the vehicle was driven to atlanta west dodge jeep (1251 thornton rd, lithia springs, ga 30122, (770) 942-1102) where it was diagnosed that a brake sensor needed to be installed. the vehicle was repaired, but the failures recurred. the dealer installed a new starter, transmission sensors, and pcm module, but the failures recurred. the manufacturer was made aware of the failures and did not assist. the failure mileage was 94,000.

Takata recall there's a recall on dodge journeys 2009 and the sxt is having the same exact problem. the pcm is draining batteries and causing my truck to shift hard or shifts to the second gear and won't power past that. very concerned because my wife is pregnant and she often has to press on the control board from work to get the truck crunk. once a week she gets a jump off because the module drains her battery. because our vin doesn't fit the recall numbers it won't get fixed but it's the same problems as the recall.

''tamara recall ''the pcm it's been getting very hot and messing up my computer system. i've bought 3 times and keeps on messing up my computer systems and cannot even transfer power to the alternator. this therefore make the car battery die on me when the car is in motion. it happened 3 times and one was in he middle of no where.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact experienced a failure with the power train control module (pcm) for years. currently, the pcm malfunctioned and the rpms revved to 40 mph without acceleration. the contact had to pull over to the side of the road and turn off the engine. the contact waited before restarting the vehicle. when the vehicle was restarted and reached approximately 40 mph, the rpms would rev up again. the dealer (smolich motors, 1865 ne hwy 20, bend, or 97701, (541) 389-1177) stated that the cooler line was leaking and the transmission pad needed to be resealed. an independent mechanic repaired the vehicle, but the failures continued. the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving various speeds, the vehicle made loud abnormal noises and would not shift out of second gear. in addition, the traction control and check engine warning indicators illuminated. essig motors (2204 se 3rd st, aledo, il 61231, (309) 582-5336) informed the contact that the power train module needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 193,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while the vehicle was stopped at a stop sign, the driveshaft made an abnormal noise. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that the transfer case needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 203,000.

Bought a used 2009 dodge journey in february, have replaced the battery and starter in the last few months. sometimes we can start the car normally, sometimes you have to jump the car off. yesterday, the car would not shift or start, tried the neutral safety switch which enabled me to push the journey but still would not crank. research online shows that many other consumers have or are experiencing the same problem. i feel dodge needs to take responsibility and figure out why these vehicles are malfunctioning. it's costing us money and time we do not have trying to chase down an electrical issue. i even had the pcm checked out and it too was in a good bill of health

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving 70 mph, the gear shifter was inadvertently hit and switched into neutral. the contact mentioned that the failure occurred multiple times. the contact mentioned that the gear shifter was loose. the vehicle was taken to dick scott chrysler dodge jeep ram (684 ann arbor rd w, plymouth, mi 48170, (734) 451-2110) where the contact was informed that there was no failure and was how the vehicle was designed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 70,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. the failure occurred multiple times. the contact had to place the vehicle in neutral in order for it to start. the vehicle was taken to bud's chrysler dodge jeep ram (945 s main st, celina, oh 45822, (419) 586-7000), but the cause of the failure could not be determined. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 80,000.

I've had nothing but problems with my dodge journey my rpm ramp up to 4-5 whenever i attempt to go 40-45mph the check engine light is on. i took it to button dodge and they fixed something that has to do with my transmission. less then a month later it starts doing it again. so can you give me some advice on why. also my locks and windows and turn signal don't work right.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. when starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the check engine indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to greenbrier dodge of chesapeake (1717 s military hwy, chesapeake, va 23320) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 39,000. the vin was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the power steering return hose failed. there were no warning indicators illuminated before or after the failure. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer. the contact diagnosed the vehicle himself and determined that the faulty part was the power steering return hose. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the contact wanted his vehicle included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v273000 (steering) because he believed the failure was relevant to the recall. the vin was not provided. the approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced lack of acceleration and moderate vibration while being operated at 60 mph. also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to dick poe chrysler jeep (6501 montana ave, el paso, tx) where it was diagnosed that the pcm was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that there were no recalls. the failure mileage was approximately 149,000.

The pcm needs to be replaced. i don't know much about cars so i don't know what this means. the dealership did a diagnostic test and i was told i needed to replace the pcm.

Writing in regards to a recall issued for 2009 dodge journeys on date 10/9/2008. the recall is chrysler recall h33 that began on 11/10/2008. this recall addresses the powertrain control model/fuel pump relay. my vehicle is stated to have not qualified for this recall but is currently having the same dysfunction listed in the recall and is not operable. my vehicle has been diagnosed and needs a powertrain control module replacement due to malfunction. the malfunction occurs when the vehicle is powered on, when in motion, and when trying to drive. i spoke with debbie at chrysler today and she informed me that my vehicle did not qualify for the recall h33 replacement of this part as identified by vin, although my vehicle was manufactured within the same dates, make, model and year.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving various speeds, the vehicle began to shake and there were squealing noises and a vibration from the floorboard. the vehicle was towed to champion chrysler jeep dodge in indianapolis, indiana where it was determined that the power train unit needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. in addition, the contact stated that the brakes and electrical system malfunctioned. the vehicle was repaired at least thirty times by various dealers since 2013. the manufacturer was made aware of the failures. the failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Oct 2017 i was driving and all of a sudden the car made a grinding sound that didn't stop we took it to the dealership where we purchased it used. they charged us for parts $2000.00 and fix it . about 4 weeks later the same thing happened i was able to drive it to the dealership again but this time they said the part wasn't available. its now march of 2018 and the part still isnt available and i am paying on a car i don't have. why is this not being recalled ?? i see i am not the only one in this position. i was on a public hwy.....took it to dealership via local street....i was a nervous wreck the oil type substance was pouring out...the dealership told me it is the same part they fixed ,the ptu.

The car power will fluctuate with the rpm going up and down when trying to accelerate. new trhottle body with tps sensor, intake air sensor and gas pedal sensors were replaced and still having the same issue. the engine problem light is on also the electric throttle control system light is on. the vehicle has only 83000 miles. active codes are p0642, p2138, p0335 & p0113. the car is dangerous to drive due to speed fluctuation.

It stalls while in gear and moving automatic transmission. worse when temps are colder outside. currently 99000 miles.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle had several defects and failed to start on several occasions. as a result, the contact had to leave the vehicle unattended for a day and then go back and restart the vehicle. while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate over 35 mph. on several occasions, the air bag, check engine, traction control, esp, and security indicators illuminated off and on. also, on several occasions, the gear shifter failed to shift into neutral. the vehicle was taken to monken dodge chrysler jeep ram nissan (located at 1739 w mccord st, centrailia, il 62801 (618) 545-5100) where it was diagnosed that the failure could not be replicated. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to king city chrysler center (located at broadway st, mt vernon, il 62864 (618) 242-6600) where it was diagnosed that the pcm needed to be replaced. the contact stated that another mechanic suggested to have the pcm rebuilt to save money. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 158,000. the vin was unavailable.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving, the pcm indicator illuminated without warning. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change and it was diagnosed that the pcm chip needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. a dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

My 2009 dodge journey will not shut off when you take the key out. the windows will not go up and down. i brought into a dodge dealership and had the recall on the ignition switch and the wiring harness in the driver door replaced. my car still will not shut off and windows still don't work but now won't go into gear after dealer repaired. i took it to a second dealer and now after 3 week they are saying i need a tipm for $1700. but they don't know if that will fix the problem? plus now the car will not start. my car is in worse shape then when i brought it into the dealership to repair? i called the corporate office and they are not willing to do anything.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving at any speed, the vehicle lost power and shut down without warning. the failure recurred several times. the vehicle restarted after ten minutes in each case. the vehicle was taken to cumberland chrysler dodge jeep ram (931-263-0321, located at 1550 interstate dr, cookeville, tn 38501), but the main cause of the failure was not diagnosed. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was repaired, but the specifics were not disclosed. the failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. when the key was inserted in the ignition switch, the parked vehicle did not start. the vehicle made a clicking sound. the contact had to shift into neutral in order for the vehicle to start. the contact also stated that the failure occurred approximately ten times in the past. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed it as a neutral safety switch failure that needed replacement. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 134,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle independently shifted into reverse. the failure occurred without warning. after applying the emergency brake, the vehicle was able to be stopped. the contact stated that the failure recurred while driving 20 mph. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission had an internal failure and would need to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 112,000.

The engine stalls when driving down the street and / or highway. there have been several complaints online but no one seems to know how to fix it. also, intermittent no start when trying to start the car. no crank. 2009 dodge journey

2009 dodge journey. consumer writes in regards to transmission failure. *ld the consumer stated the transmission failed. the doors would not lock and the tires blew out, as there was no tread on them. *jb

Transmission locks in low gear with no warning has happened at least 5 times

I have had a 2009 dodge journey for only six months , it has a vtect transmission in it and just completely went out with now warning signs or nothing . its hard for me to believe that there is not a recall on these kind of transmissions from what i have been reading ...now i'm out about $10,000 dollars..

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving 25 mph, a loud abnormal noise was heard and smoke emitted from the rear of the vehicle. in addition, the contact independently noticed that the transaxle was leaking fluid. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transfer case and two gears in the transfer case had fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 83,000. updated 12/21/16*lj updated 7/9/18*jb

Left driver door wiring issue causes both front power window controls on driver side not to function when statiinary & driving. intermittent dash warning lights flash & windshield wipers activate without driver initiation while driving. airbag & seat belt dash warning light comes on intermittently while driving. check engine for powretrain control module comes on intermittently while driving.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving various speeds, the vehicle shook and jerked before shutting off. after restarting the engine, the vehicle operated normally. the vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 135,000.

My 2009 dodge journey sxt will completely shut off while driving, not stopped but right in the middle of driving. this has happen 2 times sense getting it back from the dealer in january from taking it in for the recall for this very problem. this is very dangerous and now i am being told to bring it back to the dealership for a diagnostic test to see if it related to the recall and if not related then i will have to pay for the diagnosis lol yea right!! i have never heard of a car dying while driving it. if i am told i have to pay as mich as one penny the only thing i will be paying for is a lawyer.

Let it be noted that after the r03 recall all the following issues started occurring. first incident: driving about 30mph every light on the dashboard except the engine light illuminated, gauges spun around and back and forth, then stopped all together, the rmp's revved up to 5ooo and the accelerator went to the floor with no action as if the car was off. there was a obviuous loss of power, the car was hesitating like it wanted to stall out, and the vehicle once stopped did not start again until being jumped. once started, none of the light were on except, oddly now, the engine light which threw codes po0562 & po700. the battery read 12.2v on the diagnostic while off then 14.4 when the car was started(after being jumped for 1 minute only). 5 minutes into the drive and boom, the demon took over the car again but now the car would not go pst maybe 7mph, again in accelerator power,no shifting, all power still on in the car, but seems low on power. once turned off, it would not start but still had power. again, got jumped, diagnostic, and same codes, alternator fine, battery fine, seems to be getting poor connection. started 2 days later and loud, unstable idle, won't switch gears seems as if its on but running off of stored power. dealer now says only code is po622. symptoms are seeming to be the tipm all over again. again, none of this started until i took it to dodge to have the ro3 recall repaired. the key since also does not register at times, will say "mismatch key" on dashboard, all sensors flash then go away such as (gascap, door ajar, check engine light would ignite with no code, gate, key), wouldn't turn over, frequent :dead battery" then starts without jump few minutes later. overtime the car will act possessed with all lights on is after hitting a bump, again chrysler dealer recall department is stating tipm, dewlap will not check that while diagnosing. help!

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving 30 mph, the vehicle started to smoke. the contact coasted the vehicle over to the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to a dealer the next day, where it was diagnosed that there were a crack in the power unit case that needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 52,379.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while driving at any speed, the vehicle stalled and the engine light illuminated. the contact had to make several attempts to start the vehicle. the vehicle was repaired according to an unknown recall, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a failure with the engine and pcm. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was approximately 146,557.

Car started making whinning noise then gears wouldnt shift, then they would, n when they did they shifted hard making car jump, almost hit a car when i was driving home, as well as a parked car when i tried to park and car jumped real hard again.. definitely not safe car has 92000 miles on it and they say its in warranty 4 lifetime but only by original owner, so i guess im the 3rd owner since i brought from a dealership... please help

For several years, the vehicle has been stalling intermittently; at traffic lights, when slowing to use an exit ramp, when trying to pull over for an ambulance, etc... . also it intermittently increases to a high rpm for about 10 seconds or so, then returns to normal. this can occur at a constant speed on a level road. dealer can not find the issue since no 'trouble' light is on. i see what seems to be a similar issue on an internet search, but have not found any cause. after several trips and several hundred dollars paid to chrysler dealers, nothing has been found and nothing has been suggested. the stalling in traffic is very troublesome as it may cause injury to my family. for this reason, the recommendation to drive it till something breaks is not acceptable as it may be the occupants that 'break'! the last time it happened for me (both the stalling and the revving) is reported below.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle took numerous attempts to start. occasionally, the transmission needed to be pulled in order for the vehicle to start. the dealer diagnosed and repaired the vehicle, but the failure recurred. the vehicle was brought to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ignition switch sensor was faulty. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 95,000. ma 10/2 the consumer stated a sensor was replaced on 9/8/15 the vehicle now starts on the first try. updated 10/08/15*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact noticed that there was an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the engine mounts, but the failure recurred. the contact also stated that the driver side window opened and closed independently. in addition, the other power windows only functioned manually. on another occasion, the vehicle stalled while depressing the accelerator pedal. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the housing was cracked, the drive shaft going into the transmission hub was misaligned and needed to be replaced as well as the transmission. the contact received nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags and electrical system) but the part was not available. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 74,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated that the vehicle had a sudden reduction in speed without warning. the vehicle had to be pulled over, turned off, and restarted to reset the computer each time the failure recurred. the lightning bolt warning light randomly flashed and, as the failure progressed, it remained illuminated. the dealer replaced the pcm and the failure recurred within a week. the contact was unable to get the vehicle to start. the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags and electrical system), but the contact did not receive a notification. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was not available.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. while traveling 35 mph, the transmission failed. the contact stated that smoke appeared under the hood and fluid leaked underneath the vehicle. the contact stated that the transmission was repaired previously under an extended warranty. the vehicle was diagnosed the technician verified an isolated oil leak to the power transfer unit, as the case was cracked. the power transfer unit was replaced. . the failure mileage was 33,166. updated 7/14/15*cn

The transmission when changing to lower speed, clunks. *tr

The fuel gauge stopped working causing low fuel to flash all the time and the check engine light to stay on. transmission tries to shift into another level at approx. speed of 35 to 40 mph causing bucking o resurging motion. *tr

The output seal on the transfer case failed and was leaking on to the exhaust. had it replace and it has failed a second time and the dealer informed me that the seal will only be replaced once and after that the whole transfer case has to be replaced. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the contact stated while traveling at approximately 40 mph, there was a strong vibration and the vehicle was driving roughly. the contact discovered smoke under the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where an independent mechanic diagnosed that the transfer case and/or the driveshaft needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 77,912. updated 11/12/14*lj updated 11/12/114

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge journey. the vehicle failed to start without warning. on a different occasion, the contact mentioned that the vehicle stalled without warning and restarted after the transmission was shifted into park. also, the passenger side heat unit failed. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where the technician initially diagnosed that the win module and the pentium intake was defective. the remedy failed to repair the failure. as a result, the technician determined that the transmission range sensor needed to be replaced. the technician diagnosed that the trans range sensor needed to be replaced. the manufacturer stated that the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v139000 (electrical system). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 91,000.

I purchased the car in january of 2014 from a used car lot (which i will never do again) and it was sold with transmission leaks. i just found this out after taking the car in for a hole in one of the coolant hoses less than a month ago because it wasn't leaking on the ground. i started hearing a grinding, squeaking and ticking sound that my mechanic couldn't figure out. i just had the breaks done so they are essentially brand new. i had to have the tires replaced because they were worn to the thread. going up a hill yesterday, i heard a loud noise and then the car wouldn't move. this left me in the middle of the road blocking traffic with 5 children in the car. turns out there's a cracked transfer case. sounds like there are many others like me out there having similar problems with this particular year make and model and a recall is in order....again!!!! *tr

While driving along the highway, with cruise control on, the vehicle lost power and decelerated. the etc and traction control lights came on the dash. after pulling to the side of the road the vehicle was restarted. after being restarted the vehicle drove normally. this scenario has happened three times at highway speeds and once during acceleration. around the same time of onset with the power loss issue the vehicle will not start intermittently. sometimes it starts after several minutes, sometimes it does not start for several hours. *tr

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